Essex Bird & Pet Supply

06/15/2026

Dirty food bowls, dusty bedding, and muddy leashes carry more than just everyday grime; they trap bacteria, biofilm, and allergens that can impact your pet's health. 🫶

Keeping a regular cleaning routine is a simple way to support their overall wellness. Save this quick timeline guide for your next cleaning day. 💙

How often do you wash your pup’s favorite toys? Let us know below!

06/14/2026

There's a certain kind of satisfaction that comes with watching calves out on summer pasture for the first time. 🐄☀️

All the early mornings, the calving checks, the weaning stress, the feed adjustments... it all leads to this. Animals that are healthy, curious, and thriving.

June has a way of paying you back for everything you put in during the harder months. 🙌

06/14/2026

Part dog. Part shark. 100% unstoppable. 🦈💦

Dog life jackets aren't just adorable, they're genuinely important for water safety, especially for breeds that aren't strong swimmers or dogs that are new to the water.

If your pup is hitting the pool, lake, or boat this summer, a properly fitted life vest is a must! 🙌

Stop in and we can help you find the right fit before summer gets into full swing.

06/12/2026

How do you know if your pet is at a healthy weight? 🤔

Take a look at the chart to see where your pet lands, and don't be afraid to ask us any questions in store! We can review their current diet and help you find the right food options or portion adjustments to get them exactly where they need to be. 🐕✨

06/11/2026

Sunny days, fresh grass, and a ball within reach. This is living. 🙌

June was practically made for afternoons like this one. Your dog doesn't need much to have the best day ever, and that's honestly one of the best things about them. 🐾

What's your dog's favorite outdoor activity this time of year? Drop it in the comments!

06/10/2026

Heading out on a road trip or adventure with your pup this summer but still want to feed raw? Swing by our store to grab a bag of freeze-dried before you hit the road!

Freeze-dried diets like Steve's Real Food offer the exact same high-quality, raw nutrition as frozen raw, just without the moisture (or hassle or dragging along a heavy cooler with ice!). They are shelf-stable, lightweight, and incredibly easy to pack. Just scoop, hydrate with water, and serve wherever your adventures take you. 🐶🚙

06/10/2026

Big things come in small bites! New Wellness Complete Health+ maxes out every mouthful – packing in protein and vitamins and big, bold flavor.

06/10/2026

June tip for backyard flock keepers 🐔

Longer days mean more light, and more light means hens that are working harder. Hens laying consistently in summer heat have higher calcium and protein demands than most people realize.

Three things to check this month:
✅ Are your layers on a dedicated layer feed rather than scratch or mixed grain?
✅ Is oyster shell available free-choice so hens can self-regulate calcium?
✅ Are you checking water daily? Hens in heat can drink twice their normal intake.

A small adjustment now can make a big difference in egg quality and shell thickness heading into the hottest weeks of summer. 🥚

06/09/2026

https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/300-farm-animals-seized-from-hadley-animal-sanctuary-now-up-for-adoption/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASVW-VjbGNrBJVbLmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHvJD-9rG5l3FDpEtAuFb3iVmGI8NaT7-r32ybldEG0X5xGWhSFBbLMspy7Te_aem_h39y4lhkbx4cGFiE0PxwIQ

The MSPCA-Angell at Nevins Farm is hosting an open house this weekend to help find homes for more than 300 farm animals recovered from a Hadley animal sanctuary after neglect allegations.

06/09/2026

Remembering the pets who left paw prints on our hearts 🐾