The species of mites that causes dog mange is not the same as the species that can cause human scabies. That does not mean that the mites will stay on your dog and not cause problems on your skin. They can and they will transfer to you if you and your dog have frequent contact [...]
A guinea pig is a very likable pet. However this cute and cuddly pet can only enjoy a happy and healthy life if it has the correct home. A guinea pig also known as a cavy needs a large and safe area to live, run and play. If you do not provide a cage for [...]
Alligator Snapping Turtle
Taxonomic Classification of Alligator Snapping Turtle Macrochelys temminckii (Troost, 1835):
Kingdom- Animalia
Phylum- Chordata
Class- Reptilia
Order- Testudines
Family- Chelydridae
Genus- Macrochelys
Species- M. temminckii
Habitat:
Lives in river, lakes, streams or other freshwater bodies
Largest freshwater turtle in North America
Also found in Southern US, Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi river
Can stay under water for three hours and rarely bask in the sun
Females [...]
“How dangerous can a terrapin bite be”? Someone, bitten by an aggressive terrapin only a couple of days back, asked me. I comforted him by saying, “Don’t worry; just take medicines and proper care.”
Small juvenile terrapins look cute but once they grow older, their appearance starts taking a prehistoric look, enough to scare off most [...]
Flea Killers has become an increasingly difficult task for pet flea control when you are in an infestation stage. These parasites are considered dangerous to both pet and human health as their deadly bites could take at least two to three weeks to heal. The parasites discharge a substance via its saliva which contains an [...]
An ever increasingly popular, but unique dog breed, is the Shiba Inu (pronounced: She-ba E-nu). With an independent nature, agile grace and irresistible looks, the demand grows to know more about this charismatic breed.
Shiba Inu Facts – History
Shiba’s are small dogs that originated from Japan.
They are thought to be the oldest breed of dog in [...]
There are non-prescription, natural options for treating stones or an infection in bladder of dogs. If your dog has ever suffered from the painful symptoms of bladder blockage, needing to go all the time and struggling or feeling pain during urination, then it has certainly been an issue for you. Though the condition can be [...]
Fish oil for dogs are as important to them as they are for us, helping to improve a range of health conditions and preventing the more serious ones from occurring.
Fish oil for dogs is among the most commonly used supplement in all of veterinary medicine, to the point that they are not even recognized as [...]
The market offer s lot of options when it comes to feeding your dog. Dry, canned and even raw dog food is all available in store shelves. However, since homemade raw dog food can still be the best option for your dog because of its benefits many dog owners still opt to go with this.
Making [...]
As a cat ages, it is more susceptible to kidney disease. Chronic renal failure (CRF) is more common in cats over 15 years old. Since the disease is life threatening, early detection can stabilize the condition and provide for a good quality of life.
If the animal is experiencing weight loss, excessive thirst and urination, loss [...]