If you’re part of the meat-eating population of humankind, you might think that chickens make a darn good meal. However, whatever our diets may be composed of, many of us know that chickens make fabulous pets too. Of course, it takes someone with an open mind to see beneath the feathers and squawking; chicken affection […]
“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 made for a larger fish and thus are squeezed inside of its tiny body. To maximize your goldfish’s quality and quantity of life, pay particular attention to […]
Dog food is not poisonous to cats and nibbling on it occasionally won’t hurt them. However, cats have different nutritional needs than dogs so they should not be on a diet formulated for dogs. Cats in the wild get all the nutrients they need from raw meat. Since it is ill-advised to feed domesticated cats […]
Cats are predators by instinct. And each cat is different, with different personalities, likes, and dislikes. But the one thing cats like (especially if they’re indoor cats and the quarry is sparse) is the hunt… for bugs! Not Hunger Driven Surprisingly, a cat’s hunt is driven by instinct and not hunger. A cat would have […]
Because we love our dogs so much, we overlook their more disagreeable habits. Their propensity for sniffing out and ingesting foul objects does not seem to make us adore them any less! One of the more harmful substances which many dogs find tasty is kitty litter—especially after the kitty has littered! Why Do Dogs Eat […]
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 fix cloudy water after you’ve eliminated the cause. Fishbowl Fever Even though a fishbowl is very cute it is hardly the appropriate home for a goldfish. Besides […]
Being too skinny is not a problem that most of us have as humans and neither do our dogs! If you have an underweight or malnourished dog, the reason is usually because he either was or is ailing or you rescued him from a bad situation. In any case, a sick dog’s chances for recovery […]
Deer are the foragers of forest and farm and I’m constantly reminded of this as I’m driving to work past farms and over back roads. I usually have to stop for deer crossing the road or slow down as I approach the feeding deer by the roadside. As I drive by I notice them dining […]
Commercial diets for goldfish are commonly in the form of flakes or pellets. While commercial food is acceptable goldfish enthusiasts understandably want to spice up the diet a bit. Because goldfish have sensitive digestive systems adding some healthy, fibrous foods to their diets can help minimize the chances of getting dropsy. Wild Goldfish Eat Wild […]