Q: Why do some cats hate water, and others don’t? A: The Turkish Van is a breed of cat who famously enjoys water, to the point where they may even swim if given the chance. Other breeds who enjoy water include Bengals and Maine Coons. But not every individual within these breeds will be the
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Deciding that you want a new pet is a decision that shouldn’t be made lightly. It’s more than just choosing the breed and finding the perfect match for the family – it means getting the buy-in from all the family members, and understanding the lifelong responsibilities and the financial implications that go with having a
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The jerboa is a very cute, but strange looking rodent. His hind legs are four times longer than his front legs. Let’s find out what else is interesting about him. 1. Animal fusion When you see a jerboa jumping around in the desert in a zigzag pattern, you might think that you are looking at
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That cute little puppy you brought home will eventually grow into a beautiful dog you will love and adore to bits. But, before then, he will go through a few phases, and you need to be there to guide him and teach him what is acceptable and what is unacceptable behaviours. Hormones in adolescence As
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Q: It seems that my dog has much more gas lately. Is this cause for concern? A: Flatulence is a normal biological function, but an increase in amount or frequency could be due to a few things. If you have changed his diet lately, then that could be the cause. Dietary fibre in pet food
There are so many stories about wolves, from folklore and fables, to good and bad ‘real life’ stories to be told. Let’s find out what the cool things about the wolf are. 1. Family ties Wolves are the largest members of the canid family, the same family our domestic dogs belong to. Other members include
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Q: How do I know my dog is constipated, and what can I do about it? A: Straining unproductively to defecate or straining with the passing of small amounts of mucous, gooey, or even blood-tinged stool is usually a sign that a dog is constipated, but it could also be a sign of large intestinal
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Your dog’s breath doesn’t have to smell as if something crawled in between his teeth and died there. He too can have fresh breath when he greets you. All you need to do, is follow a few steps, which will go a long way to keeping him healthy. How to brush your puppy’s teeth
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People all over the world know what giraffes look like and they are loved by almost everybody. What’s not to like about a giraffe? Let’s find out what makes them cool. Tall beauty The giraffe is the tallest land mammal in the world, with legs reaching up to 1.8m in height. The giraffe also has
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Q: Do rabbits show specific signs of aging and do older rabbits need specific care? A: Aging pets require different care, but how do you know at which age you need to start a different care routine? And how do you tell a rabbit’s age if, for example, he is a rescue? The average lifespan
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We have all had moments of absolute awe and amazement when watching talented pets do extraordinary things. Just scrolling down a social media feed will prove that people love their pets and love to share their talents and skills. Instant fame Some pets simply become famous for being absolutely adorable, such as the beautiful Pomeranian
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Pet theft is on the rise and has been taking place more and more all over the world for many reasons. Finding that your pet has been stolen is devastating and heart-breaking. There are a few things that you can to do try to prevent this from happening to your dog. Reasons Before we discuss
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