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Can You Overfeed a Goldfish?
"Goldfish" is a fancy name for the common carp. Because the goldfish is bred for looks not functionality, it has a very delicate internal system. Its organs are... More
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Why Do Snakes Hiss?
A snake's hiss is a mode of defense snakes use in order to evoke fear into their attackers. And, may I add, this hissing tactic usually works well... More
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How Smart Are Pigs?
Ever since pigs have been domesticated for food, they have unfairly been the object of disdain and abuse from humans. Perhaps this is because most humans would have... More
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What’s the Right Pet Fish for Me?
Fish make fabulous pets, especially for those who want to have an animal companion in the home. They're good for people with allergies or those who don't want... More
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Why Does Goldfish Water Turn Cloudy?
There are a few reasons why your goldfish are not swimming around in the optimal water condition. First, figure out what the underlying problem is. You can only... More
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How Do Sea Monkeys Come to Life?
The "Sea Monkey" was actually a copyrighted brand name for a product invented by Harold von Braunhut in 1957. Surprisingly, these seemingly simple-looking creatures took years to develop... More
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Why Does a Rat Grind Its Teeth?
A rat is a deceptively intelligent and sensitive creature. Grinding its teeth is indeed a behavioral adaptation but also an indication of how it is feeling. Also known... More
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Are Rats Affectionate Pets?
Rats, through the centuries, have been vilified by humans. Maybe they gained their notorious reputation because of the bubonic plagues which spread through Europe, via ridesharing fleas. In... More
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How Do I Prevent Birds From Hitting My Window?
You don't have to be an ornithophile to feel awful when a bird has taken a kamikaze dive at your window. All of us have been in this... More
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What’s the Best Diet for Pet Rats?
Rats have survived for millions of years partially due to their flexible diets. They can pretty much survive on anything that could be even loosely considered food. Still,... More
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