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15 Fun Facts About Animals Including One That Walks on Water
From insects to elephants, animals have unique abilities and can do amazing things. But did you know these fun things about animals? A horse’s leg joints are not fully fused (grown) until around the age of 3 1/2 years. A horse’s hoof grows at a rate of about 0.4 inches per month. A robin’s egg […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Waterfowl
Which Breeds Make the Best Pets Look at the colors and descriptions. Which appeal to you? For ducks, the larger breeds (Pekin, Rouen, Blue Swedish, Buff, Cayuga) are normally the calmest. Remember that the Mallard and Muscovy can fly. Get several different breeds for a variety of colors and shapes. For geese, there are no […]
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Games For Puppies That Teach Good Behavior
Good behavior is largely determined by your puppy’s self-control. When asked, a good pup sits even if he’d rather jump, resists when he wants to take, and releases when he wants to hold on. Try to do everything you can to notice and encourage that kind of control. One way to do this is to […]
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Did You Know This About Rabbits?
They are Prey animals. Outdoor rabbits face many dangers from predators. They could be attacked by cats (both domestic and wild), dogs, coyotes, wolves, and birds of prey such as eagles, hawks and falcons. Even raccoons attack rabbits. Rabbits are low on the food chain in the wild. They also can die simply from the […]
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Which Small Rodent is a Good Pet for You?
If you are looking for a pet, small rodents might be for you. This article takes a look at several of them and their care requirements. Syrian or Golden Hamsters They live on average about 2-3 years and adults are about 6 inches in length. They are solitary animals that should be kept one to […]
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The 3 Types of Hair on Your Dog and What it Tells You
All mammals have some sort of hair covering some, much, or virtually all their bodies. The hair on some animals, particularly those traditionally trapped for their pelage, is known as fur, but it’s all the same no matter the name. Hair is made of the protein keratin and dead epidermal or skin cells and it […]
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A Lighthearted Look at How to Choose a Veterinarian
For the past two decades, World Veterinary Day has fallen on the last Saturday in April and is a day to honor the men and women who treat those precious non-human household members. But what if you don’t have a family veterinarian? How should you choose one? Obviously, a vet should demonstrate an exhaustive knowledge […]
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A 13 Step Guide to Bathing a Cat
Try bathing a cat. When that cute, cuddly fur ball hits the water and transforms into a murderous biting-clawing demon, you’ll be astonished how quickly that great morning mood is replaced by the desire for self-preservation. Since bathing a cat is not without risks, here’s a 13-step guide to prepare for that Man vs. Beast […]
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Why Cats Purr – It’s Not What You Think
It is commonly believed that cats purr when they are content. However, cats also purr when they are severely injured, frightened, or giving birth. So, if cats were purring solely out of happiness they would not purr when injured, especially as the generation of the purr requires energy, and an injured animal will generally not […]
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How to Prepare Sheep for Healthy Lambing and Kidding
What’s happening during the last 4 to 6 weeks of pregnancy? Seventy (70) percent of fetal growth occurs during the last 4 to 6 weeks of pregnancy. Most of the female’s mammary (udder) growth is occurring during this period. At the same time, rumen capacity is decreasing. The result is the need for increased nutrition, […]
