Wildlife

Probably the most important consideration for someone who wants to manage the deer on their property is to give them a quality place to live. They need 3 basic things to survive and thrive: (1) Food; (2) Water and (3) Cover. If these three things are not readily available, the deer will not be attracted to the area or if one or more of these critical factors are either absent or in short supply they will go elsewhere in search of what they need. The weeds, shrubs, trees and grass in the habitat not only serve as hiding cover for the deer but since they are ruminant herbivores (plant eating animals) these plants are their only food sources. Sometime Mother Nature does not cooperate and supply all the right climatic conditions to produce all the food needed for optimum reproduction and antler growth.

Land managers and wildlife biologists have known for many years that nutrition is one of the most critical factors that affect not only the reproductive success of deer but also how large the antler grows. A buck can have the best genetics in the world but if he does not get optimum nutrition during the antler growing cycle he will not grow his best set of antlers. This is why both antler growth and reproduction suffer during a drought or following a hard winter. This is the reason why many land managers have become very interested in supplying supplemental nutrition especially to their deer. They know that most years Mother Nature does not supply all the nutrition necessary for maximum productivity of the deer on their property.

A properly designed and implemented supplemental feeding program will make up the gaps in nutrition that often occur when habitat does not supply all the nutrients needed for a healthy and productive deer herd. Purina Mills started doing deer nutrition research almost 50 years ago and we are committed to helping you manage the habitat and the wildlife on your property. Our AntlerMax deer feeds are regionally formulated so they meet the nutritional needs of the deer in your area regardless of where you live. For more information about our products, visit www.wildlife.purinamills.com.  We also stock Outback Protein and Corn Spin Feeders!

Into backyard birding? Discover our line of Wild Delight premium foods and treats for wild birds. Wild Delight® products contain more of what birds crave! All Wild Delight® products contain only the finest ingredients - the best flavors and nutrition you can feed your outdoor pets.

Wild Delight® produces three varieties of food to attract the most desirable outdoor pets. Advanced Formulas have premium ingredients and complete vitamin-mineral fortification including real fruits and nuts. Natural Formulas contain only natural premium ingredients. Wildlife Formulas are specifically designed for backyard wildlife. Discover Wild Delight products for yourself. Visit their web site at www.wilddelight.com, then come by our store and pickup a bag or two.

We also carry a wide variety of Purina Wild Bird Chow products. See the full line at www.wildbirdchow.com.