Here is an excuse, if you ever needed one, to hit the shops and spend some money – you can buy items that your puppy really needs. Arm yourself with a shopping list and stick to it. All the cute items in the shops are designed to play with your emotions, and before you know
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In wild cat species who can roar, the epihyal bone, which forms part of the voice box, is replaced by a ligament that can be stretched. The more the ligament stretches, the deeper the sound of the roar that is generated when air passes over the vocal cords. Studies found that big cats’ deep roar
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Getting a new hamster can be very exciting, especially if you have done your homework. So, here are five tips that you have to keep in mind if you want a happy hamster. When picking up your hamster, take it slow and give his body extra support by holding him with both hands. You don’t
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Q: What should an owner do if his dog is stung by a bee or wasp and has an allergic reaction? A: Dogs will respond differently to stings, depending on the type and amount of poison injected by the insect, the number of stings, as well as the sting location and the size of the
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Introducing a new cat into a home with other cats can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to mean the start of World War 3 either. By taking it easy and step-by-step, you can successfully introduce them to each other. Keep the peace Allow the cats in the home to become accustomed to the presence
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Building a stronger bond with your dog is as easy as playing a few games with him. The more active the games, the more kilojoules the two of you will burn, meaning that staying fit is child’s play. Rules Before participating in any games, both you and your dog need to understand that all games
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Seahorses are known to court their chosen one for several days, and they put much energy into this process. During the period of courtship, they will engage in what appears to be a sort of ‘love dance’. They swim side by side, mirroring each other’s movements; they swim snout to snout, hold tails and change
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Q: What are the possible effects that worms can have on my pets? A: Worms are just horrible and not easy to get rid of – this is why you have to treat your pets against worms. Tapeworms lead to your pet suffering deprivation of the important vitamins and minerals that he needs to stay
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Q: For some reason my dog catches pigeons (and not other birds). Should I do something to stop him from doing it? Is it bad for him? A: Pigeons are the easier birds to catch, which is probably why your dog goes for them and not the other birds. Birds, along with other reptiles and
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Some dogs have a natural drive to dig holes, but it can be annoying if you’re trying to cultivate a beautiful garden. He might dig to bury his toys, or because he is bored or anxious, but it could also be a natural thing for his breed to do. In some instances, a dog might
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Choosing the ideal diet for your furry friend can easily become overwhelming. Questions frequently asked by dog owners include: What does the ingredients in my dog’s food mean? Can my puppy and adult dog eat the same food? Can my dog benefit from a prescription diet? Is it better to feed tinned (wet) food or
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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 to the dentist for a scale and polish once or twice a year to
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