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By Andrew Markison If you’ve ever watched as a cat “flipped” over fresh catnip perhaps you’ve been struck with the question; “what causes Catnip to affect cats that way?” Catnip is indeed an unusual phenomenon among … Read More
By John Silveira I am a Farrier and I have been kicked by horses. All I can say is it’s no laughing matter and I’ve been very lucky to come out of it with no permanent … Read More
By Terry Edwards Having a pet bird certainly provides a great deal of enjoyment in our daily lives. Listening to them chirp and sing is a lot of fun for those who love birds. Along with … Read More
By Ric Wiley I am convinced my cat is allergic to me. If I was spending money on him, that was OK. If I was feeding him, that was OK, if I was making him comfy … Read More
By Thomas Allen Cats usually revert to instinctive behaviors when they are put in situations that trigger uneasiness. Biting and scratching is often a cat’s natural reaction to anxiety. How to stop your cat from biting … Read More
By Ben Harper The Ragdoll cat breed has an unusual history. According to one story, aliens brought this cat here; a cat that gets its name from the way it goes limp like a Ragdoll when … Read More
By Riley Hendersen In the care and keeping of horses, it is necessary to have a variety of standard horse supplies at the ready in order to responsibly fulfill our duties as horse owners or caregivers. … Read More
By Arthur Royal So you have a cat that loves to scratch. Well, there is nothing wrong with that as it is natural for cats to love to scratch furniture and other objects. So what do … Read More
By Joseph Armstrong Although your four-legged family member may not grasp the concept of birthday parties, he or she will definitely appreciate the celebration. Dogs love the extra attention, activities, and treats. Plus, it is a … Read More
I didn’t even notice it, until yesterday morning .. but since the “move” to the new server last month, the translation plugin icons at the top of the right sidebar was bringing in 403 Error Messages … Read More
By Bonnie Koenig Like people, cats need water even more than food. Even a 10% loss of water can cause serious illness in a cat. So how much water is enough? And how do we persuade … Read More
By Riley Hendersen As any pet is cared for within the home, the care for horses is very much the same; ensuring the proper medical, physical, and nutritional care for a horse is part of the … Read More
By Amy P Preparing for a trip can be a very stressful time. Especially when you have decided to take the family dog along. Here are just some of the things to consider before taking that … Read More
By Wade Robins We may have made our pets dependent of a comfortable life, in which the master takes them out for casual walks and feeds them on command, after having cuddled them behind their giddy … Read More
By Ong Hui Woo Want to be able to tell the sex of your Goldfish? At one glance, they all look the same right? Wrong! If you want to breed goldfishes, you better not have all … Read More
By Robin Darch So you are thinking of adding a cat to your family? Have you thought about which breed of cat is right for you? Each breed of cat is different. In this article I … Read More
Saving just one dog won’t change the world… but it surely will change the world for that one dog. Leia, 136253 Leia is a Princess of a kitty! With The WHS since January 30 when she … Read More
By Gary Bolton
Family: Characidae
Species: Paracheirodon axelrodi
Size: 4.5cm (1 three quarter inch)
Diet: Omnivorous
Tank levels: All
Habitat: Slow-flowing waters in Venezuela, Brazil, and Colombia
Remarks: For best colours (and breeding conditions), provide soft acidic water. This tetra is distinguished from other similar fishes like, Paracheirodon innesi and P. simulans, by the extent of the red band.
Comments: A striking, electric […]
By Carolyn McFann Having a horse is fun, but a major responsibility, so be thorough on your research of barns to board it at. It pays to choose a place that is close to where you … Read More
By Gary Bolton
Family: Characidae
Species: Paracheirodon axelrodi
Size: 4.5cm (1 three quarter inch)
Diet: Omnivorous
Tank levels: All
Habitat: Slow-flowing waters in Venezuela, Brazil, and Colombia
Remarks: For best colours (and breeding conditions), provide soft acidic water. This tetra is distinguished from other similar fishes like, Paracheirodon innesi and P. simulans, by the extent of the red band.
Comments: A striking, electric […]
By Riley Hendersen There is no one breed of horses that are called miniature-this is just a term that is used to describe a horse that meets certain height requirements. Most breeds are measured in hands-where one hand equals four inches. However, mini…
By Tonia Jordan Often people look for a pet that is out of the ordinary. Sometimes a normal cat or dog just won’t do! Though, it is always wise to know what you’re getting into. Here, … Read More
By Lance Winslow Exotic Pets are great but they can cause severe problems to eco-systems if not kept in check. This is because introducing an exotic pet into the wild near your home could cause it … Read More
By Jessi Clark-White We all know how special interest groups can blow things out of proportion – like the nonexistent “Exotic Pet Crisis.” If you listened to some animal rights groups, you’d think keeping exotic pets … Read More
By Michael Russell Cats are not native to North America. From their humble beginnings into domestication in Egypt around or about 5000BC, cats have slowly moved from continent to continent. In Europe, they were not very … Read More
By Staci Jansen Approaching a horse correctly is the first step to gaining it’s trust. Walk slowly from the side toward the shoulder, never approach a horse head on. Don’t look directly at the horse for … Read More
Random Links In My Bloglines Welcome to .. :. PetLvr Random Links I’ve just got too many good links in my BLOGLINES that are going to waste .. and other people should be able to read … Read More
By George Godoy A common mistake ferret owners make is assuming their ferret is naturally inclined to use a litter box like a cat does. This is not true. Ferrets are separated from their mothers at … Read More
By Robin Darch We love our pets don’t we? Choosing the right family pet is a serious project. The pet you choose will be part of the family for years to come and will likely always … Read More
By John Silveira When looking at horses’ feet it’s typically understood the hoof is quite hard. It’s not generally understood that in spite of the hardness the hoof can change shape and drift. The worst cases … Read More
By Gary Bolton
Family: Characidae
Species: Paracheirodon innesi
Size: 2.5cm (1 inch)
Diet: Omnivorous
Tank levels: All
Habitat: The natural riverine habitat is Amazonia, but most Neon Tetras are now commercially bred
Remarks: The Neon Tetra is hardy and peaceful but difficult to breed.
Comments: The slim body of this fish has the same unmistakable electric blue-green stripe as the Cardinal Tetra. Here, […]