Characteristics Breed History Care Health Problems Appearance Diet and Nutrition Where to Adopt or Buy Breed Overview Further Research Frequently Asked Questions As its name suggests, the Havana Brown cat is a brown-hued cat, but despite the name, the breed does not trace its origins to Havana. Instead, the Havana Brown was created in England in the 1950s. So how did this breed come to be named for the lively Cuban city?...
Have you taken your bridle apart for a good cleaning? Putting your bridle back together isn’t complicated. These instructions are for putting together an English bridle, but many western bridles are similar. Start by doing up the buckles that hold the reins in the center. Western reins may not have a buckle, so just set them to the side for now. Then, follow the steps below for properly putting your bridle back together....
Start With Sit Send the Dog Out Call the Dog Back Use a Release Command Problems and Proofing Behavior Fetch is a fun game to play with any dog. It involves throwing a ball or another toy and having your dog chase it then bring it back to you. Many people think this game is something dogs do naturally. However, most dogs need to learn how to do it, or at least some part of it....
What Is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment & Prevention Prognosis Inflammatory bowel disease is a syndrome of chronic inflammation and irritation in a cat’s gastrointestinal tract, which includes the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and colon (large intestine). The most common symptom is chronic vomiting, but in some cats, chronic diarrhea, or both vomiting and diarrhea, occur. It can also cause weight loss, lack of appetite, and lethargy....
Ludwigia repens is found in the tropical waters of North and Central America. It is a stunning red aquarium plant that grows quickly when it receives sufficient light. Ludwigia is a favorite plant and welcome addition to any aquarium environment if utilized properly. Ludwigia repens Statistics Common Name: red leaf ludwigia, red repens, or the creeping primrose willowNative to: US and MexicoHeight: 12–20 inchesWidth: Two to three inches, based on leaf growthGrowth Rate: FastPlacement: Middle to BackgroundLighting Needs: Medium to very high lighting (two to four watts per gallon)Temperature: 75–79 FahrenheitHardness: Does best in soft, slightly acidic waterDifficulty: Easy...
What Are Seizures? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Seizures are not uncommon in dogs. Up to one out of every 20 dogs will experience a seizure during its lifetime. Seizures, which are sometimes called convulsions or fits, are caused by a sudden, temporary disruption in normal brain function. This disruption can lead to a wide range of symptoms, including odd behaviors, muscle spasms or rigidity, disorientation, loss of consciousness, weakness, or loss of bowel and bladder control....
Pot-bellied pigs come in a variety of colors and sizes but no matter what shape or weight your pig is you should get him neutered and her spayed. What Are Neutering and Spaying? Boys get neutered and girls get spayed. Both terms mean to remove the gonads or reproductive organs. Common terms for spaying or neutering are “fixing” or “sterilizing.” When a pot-bellied pig gets neutered your exotics vet will remove the testicles (a castration), the reproductive parts on a male animal....
They might look like miniature couches, but these cute little sofas are actually made for dogs! Dog sofa beds are one of the latest trends in pet gear, as they offer your furry friend their very own piece of furniture to lounge on (and help to keep pets off your couch). When researching the best dog sofa beds we evaluated products for their materials, step-up heights, and aesthetics, with picks that offer a perfect size for any breed of dog....
Characteristics Breed History Training and Care Health Problems Diet and Nutrition Where to Adopt or Buy Breed Overview Further Research Frequently Asked Questions The treeing walker coonhound is a medium-large hound dog breed native to the United States that has a short, low-maintenance coat and long, floppy ears. This hound dog generally makes a loving and loyal companion, and, when it gets enough daily physical activity, it can be quite mellow in the house....
Fishing enthusiasts may wonder if the maggots they use as bait would be suitable to feed their aquarium fish. The answer is yes! Maggots should not be the primary food for your aquarium fish, but they make an excellent supplement. Maggot Types Fishermen will purchase different types of maggots based on the time of year, water conditions, and type of fish for which they are fishing. When using maggots to feed aquarium fish, the primary consideration is the size of the maggot....
What Are Whipworms? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Is It Contagious to Humans? Whipworms are intestinal parasites that are relatively common in dogs. The medical term for a whipworm infestation is “trichuriasis.” There are a variety of Trichuris species that affect different host species. The Trichuris vulpis parasite is often transmitted to dogs after they ingest infected food or other matter. Whipworms are small worms, reaching a maximum size of 2 to 3 inches....
Not only are dogs jumping on you generally annoying, but it can also be dangerous for people who aren’t as steady on their feet. It can make people very mad at your dog. Since dogs don’t use the same language we do, they cannot communicate with us in the same way. So we have to look at their actions and behaviors as their method of communication. Dogs Jump to Say Hello If you have ever seen two dogs when they meet, they greet each other face to face, unless there is a massive size disparity....
Syrian Hamster Dwarf Hamster Chinese Hamster Mongolian Gerbil Fancy Mouse Common Rat Guinea Pig Chinchilla African Dormouse Common Degu There is a range of small rodents commonly kept as pets. Some are fairly easy to tame and enjoy human interaction while others are more timid. Several tend to be more active at night, which might not fit with some people’s lifestyles. Still, they are fairly low-maintenance pets if you provide them with the appropriate housing, exercise, and diet....
Natural Habitat Light Placement Fluorescent Bulbs Mercury Vapor Bulbs Compact Fluorescent Bulbs Heat Bulbs Ceramic Heat Bulbs Incandescent Heat Bulbs Halogen Heat Bulbs Temperature Gauges As far as lizards go, bearded dragons are one of the most loved species by keepers and enthusiasts. They are relatively easy to keep, but for the lizard to live long in captivity, the lighting and heating must be maintained closely. You will want to make sure that a beardie’s enclosure has a source of UVA rays, UVB rays (simulating the sun’s helpful rays), heating, and temperature gauges to monitor the heat level....
Characteristics Breed History Training and Care Health Problems Diet and Nutrition Where to Adopt or Buy Breed Overview Further Research The Bouvier des Flandres is a large herding breed from Belgium with a sturdy body to pair with its wiry fur, floppy ears, bearded face, and fluffy appearance. This confident, powerful dog is an expert at putting its size and intelligence to work. The breed’s beard is one of its most recognizable features....
Horses generally digest food and absorb nutrients efficiently—but not all the time. Some have trouble maintaining an appropriate body condition score. These are known as “hard keepers.” Other horses may need to gain weight after an illness or after being acquired from an environment that didn’t supply adequate nutrition. Here, learn how to recognize a skinny horse, understand reasons horses may have a lower body condition, and stock the best foods for rapid but safe weight gain....
A wither tracing of your horse’s wither and back area can help you with saddle fitting. Here’s how to make a wither tracing that you can take with you to buy a saddle. While a tracing won’t ensure that a saddle will fit, it does help you make the first decision: is the saddle worth taking home and trying on the horse. You can take several tracings down the horse’s back and match those with the saddle too....
Characteristics Breed History Training and Care Health Problems Diet and Nutrition Where to Adopt or Buy Breed Overview Further Research The Tornjak, also known as the Bosnian-Herzegovinian and Croatian Shepherd Dog, is a large guardian dog breed with a square body outline, deep chest, long tail, and thick double coat. This well-proportioned and agile breed typically has particolored fur with a white base and black or tan markings. The tail is abundantly covered in hair, which creates a feathery look known as a plume tail....
A common argument against cats is that they aren’t affectionate. While some felines couldn’t care less about their owners, others love social interaction with their favorite humans. There are plenty of affectionate cat breeds that, despite often having high social needs, show tons of love and attention to their owners. Here are 10 affectionate cat breeds for those who want a day-and-night cuddler. Breed Characteristics Affectionate cats have some traits in common....
Seeds in moderation are very good to offer your parrot. And some parrots need more seeds than others. But to keep a bird on an all-seed diet is ultimately going to sacrifice their health. Seeds contain fat. This fat is the fuel that provides the energy needed to turn into a plant. Sprouting the seed burns this fat and transforms the seed from one type of fuel into yet another. Once the seed sprouts, the fat is burned off and the life-giving nutrients begin to develop....
