Q: Do I have to brush my bunny’s teeth to keep them clean? A: No, you do not. If rabbits are fed good-quality hay daily, with the addition of limited amounts of extruded pellets and some greens and veggies, then their teeth should maintain themselves. Rabbit dental problems occur when they are not fed properly,
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In the movie Extinct, Op and Ed are cute, furry doughnut-shaped animals, called ‘flummels’. The brother and sister live on an island in the Galapagos in 1835. While Ed wants to fit in with the community, Op creates havoc, which makes them outsiders. Through all their adventures, they discover a large, mysterious glowing flower, which
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The important thing about koi fish is that they are of the carp family, and looking at them closely, you will notice the familiar whiskers on the sides of their mouths. Koi fish live better in a pond that has adequate filtration and water movement, because a koi needs to have at least 1,000ℓ of
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Q: When do puppies and kittens lose their baby teeth, and how do I deal with it? A: In general, puppies and kittens start to lose their baby teeth, also referred to as milk teeth, from the age of about three months. This varies with each individual animal, and the period ends by the time
From the flick of a tail to a look that could kill – there are basic gestures that cats use to communicate with us. While dogs try to please us with every action they take, cats can’t give a dime about your feelings. They make it quite clear how they feel, and they almost expect
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This article explains the options you have available when having to decide what happens to the remains of a deceased pet. While this information is helpful, please read it at your own discretion if you are a sensitive reader. Sally Roberts recalls a tragic event that claimed the life of their neighbour’s eight-month-old Jack Russell
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That lovely ball of fur with his cute ears can melt any animal lover’s heart. Bunnies have starred in many stories, from Peter Rabbit to Bugs Bunny, and have entertained people both young and old. No wonder people consider rabbits as pets, but it is only in the past 50 or 60 years that they
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Q: What should I keep in mind when choosing a healthy diet for my parrot? A: There are a couple of dos and don’ts when it comes to feeding your parrot a healthy diet. Different breeds of parrot have different dietary needs, and therefore it is important to research or ask a veterinarian. Don’ts The
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Did you know that according to the World Health Organisation about six million people globally die from smoking-related diseases every year? Included in this figure are the 44,000 South Africans who die annually as a result of smoking. Smokers are at risk for a number of serious diseases including heart disease, various lung diseases, chronic
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Looking at translucent animals is totally fascinating and it is almost hard to believe that these animals exist. But they do, from the glass-winged butterfly’s with his see-through wings, to a little frog with a translucent belly. In most cases, the animals use this feature to camouflage themselves. These are the most common translucent animals
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Rose-ringed parakeets are highly intelligent birds who make ideal pets. They are also social birds in that they don’t only bond with one person. They do require daily human interaction and toys that will stimulate them mentally, like solving puzzles in exchange for a treat. Many years ago, the people of India kept these birds
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Q: How can I tell if my rabbit has dental disease, and how can I prevent it? A: One of the most common problems seen by veterinarians in pet rabbits is dental disease. The most valuable key to treatment and management of dental disease is early detection. Therefore, regular check-up visits to the veterinarian is
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