Caring for a Cockapoo

 

Experienced in home restoration and roofing, Barry Grummer serves as a home improvement contractor and as president of KR&R, based in New York City. Outside of his work life, Barry Grummer is a dog owner and enjoys spending his free time with his pet cockapoo.

A mix of the cocker spaniel and poodle breeds, the cockapoo’s origins date back to the mid-20th century. These are friendly dogs who are loyal because of their cocker spaniel heritage--but they also tend to shed less hair due to their poodle genes. For new owners of this hybrid breed, here are two basic care tips.

Pay close attention to your pet’s diet. While it may be tempting, don’t feed a cockapoo table scraps or leftovers from dinner. The best way to keep a cockapoo healthy is to feed it quality dry food, as it has the appropriate amount of vitamins and minerals that the dog needs.

Be sure the cockapoo gets enough exercise as well. Try to walk the dog at least twice a day, or if you have outside space, let the dog out for approximately two hours on a daily basis. This helps the animal get fresh air and acclimate to different spaces as well as burning energy in a healthy manner--all of which are beneficial to the dog’s overall well-being.

Green Roofs on Buildings Across The US

Barry Grummer worked in a variety of contracting and construction positions before taking a job as a mechanical assistant in the company he would later co-own. Currently the president of KR&R, a restoration and roofing business in New York City, Barry Grummer keeps up to date on his interests in contemporary home improvements, such as green roofs.

Green roofs are an environmentally friendly way for homeowners to make the most of their property. When properly constructed, they can reduce energy bills and the need for costly drainage systems, and provide a beautiful escape from daily life.

Though they may sometimes be overlooked by people on the ground, a number of well-known buildings in North America sport green roofs that soar high above the streets.

One of the most famous architectural structures, the Empire State Building, has four green roofs that total almost 1,000 square feet of green space. The park, which is almost 1,500 feet above street-level, was created in 2011.

The California Academy of Science in San Francisco focuses on sustainability in its courses. It lives its teachings through the unique, hilly landscape on its roof, that is home to a variety of wildlife.

In Chicago, the green roof that makes up Millennium Park spans just over 24 acres. Developed in 2004, the park provides a beautiful outdoor environment to visitors, and is home to many architectural and sculptural artworks.