Do you need to stop your dog from barking at our helper every time she comes in to work? The first thing you need to look at, is your dog’s body language when your helper arrives. Do you think your dog is fearful (tail tucked under his body, ears back), or is he barking because
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Do owls fascinate you as well? Here are more owls that you might not have know. Owls are known for their huge, round eyes, which do a very important job – those eyes help an owl to see much better at night to find food. The big pupils allow more light in when it’s dark
There are many benefits of neutering a male cat, but unfortunately neutering a cat will not stop him from spraying, because that is his way of marking his territory to tell any other cat in the area that he lives there. All cats spray but, thankfully, most of them do it outdoors. If he is
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Q: My puppy has had one vaccination, so surely he is now protected? A: False! A puppy or kitten requires a number of booster vaccinations, starting from six weeks in puppies and eight weeks in kittens. The boosters should be given strictly one month apart – please do not wait longer. Your pets are not
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Chinchillas are such cute and fluffy animals, and they make lovely pets. To make sure that he stays a happy chappy, it is necessary to take care of his health, which shouldn’t be too complicated, as they are generally healthy pets. Ideal temperature Chinchillas are generally sensitive to temperatures and therefore it is important to
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Owls are majestic creatures who have fascinated people for centuries. Here are some facts that you might not have known about these amazing birds: Owls can turn their heads around far enough to see behind themselves. Harry Potter’s owl is a snowy owl. Snowy owls can be found in the far north regions around the
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If you are looking to choose a specific breed of cat, and to make a decision if you want to bring home one or two kittens, here are some things to consider to ensure that the cat/s will fit in with your lifestyle and be the pets you are looking for. If you are looking
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Q: How do I know if my dog or cat needs a dental? A: Imagine not brushing your teeth for a year, or five years … and think how bad your mouth will smell and feel. Your pet’s mouth is exactly the same. We (hopefully) brush our teeth twice a day and should still go
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When your dog wags his tail, it doesn’t necessarily mean that he is happy. A common misconception is that a wagging tail means a happy and friendly dog. The tail is one of the most expressive parts of a dog’s body language. The ‘language’ of a wagging tail can be complex, and should always be
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Dolphins are very clever animals, and they are able to solve various problems and puzzles. But their intelligence doesn’t end there. Dolphins can also pass on anything they learn to the rest of their pod, like interesting fishing techniques. The way they communicate with each other is also complex. They use different clicking sounds and
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Cats often get the label of lazy because, when us humans are up and about during the day, we see our cats napping here, there and everywhere. Cats, on average, sleep about 16 to 20 hours per day. Kittens and older cats will generally sleep the longest. Cats in the wild sleep during the day
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Q: Do hamsters need vaccinations as well? A: Hamsters don’t need vaccinations, but a yearly check-up and possibly parasite treatment by your exotic animal veterinarian is recommended. Dr Dorianne Elliott, veterinarian
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