The ostrich is the biggest bird in the world and one ostrich egg can weigh up to 1.5kg. There are many cool things about this bird – here are the seven of them. 1. No-fly zone An ostrich has huge wings with exquisite feathers – so beautiful that people use their feathers for various purposes.
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Did you know that cats also go through a ‘teenage’ phase like dogs do? This is the time when they start to become sexually mature, at around five to six months. Siamese and other Oriental cats can start this process earlier – anything from four months. With sexual maturity comes a surge of testosterone to
Q: Do smaller birds, like budgies, also pluck their feathers when they are stressed out? What are the signs of a stressed-out budgie? A: It is unusual for budgies to pluck their feathers from stress. Feather loss in a budgie is typically due to a physical problem, such as an infection or a parasite. Budgies
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Q: Do you have any tips for a beginner budgie owner? What should I keep in mind? A: Buy the largest cage you can afford but still one that has narrow bars. Try to source a hand-reared baby budgie from a reputable breeder, rather than buying an adult. Young, tame birds will adjust to their
Do you also wonder if you can give your cats and dogs extra treats on special days? And if there is anything healthy with low kilojoules that I can give them? Humans like to have a treat (whether it be chocolate, sweets or a cookie) now and again and this usually will not cause weight
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PetExpo is back after two years of lockdowns, and this year, the organisers promise an event not to be missed. There will be over 400 dogs, more than 100 cats, and a variety of small pets to be seen. You will also have the opportunity to stock up on your pet’s requirements, purchase cute gifts,
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You’re so excited to go to the expo where there will be more than 400 dogs, up to 100 cats and a variety of other small pets to see. You know there will be some awesome shows and amazing exhibition stands to explore. But, if you’re not careful, you might miss interesting exhibits or even
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Q: Why do cats love being elevated high up? A: Instead of seeing our cats as the fluffy companions who wake us in the early hours for food, take a moment to consider their wild heritage and what they would have to adapt to in a situation in the wild. Being high up would provide
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Carbohydrates are a critical component of an animal’s diet. These are used by the body as energy sources and are mainly found in grains and starchy vegetables, such as potatoes. There are many opinions about whether dogs are carnivores and should be fed just meat, or if they are omnivores. Without weighing in on this
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A friend of our’s vet diagnosed their dog with a compulsive behavioural disorder for chasing his tail non-stop. The questions is: Why do dogs develop this disorder? Animals only continue to perform a behaviour over and over if it makes them feel good. We humans do exactly the same thing. If you do something and
Do whatever you can to prevent a bee from stinging your cat. But life happens and if your cat gets stung in her mouth, there is a very high risk of severe swelling, which can result in difficulty breathing. Also, if she gets stung by multiple bees, she may develop a fatal anaphylactic reaction, so
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Q: Why do cats prowl at night, and sleep all day long? A: The cat’s wild ancestors are largely nocturnal, tending to hunt more during the night than during the day. Although domestication has resulted in our cats shifting towards a more diurnal lifestyle, many cats still retain their wilder habits. This may be more
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