The Birman is a social, fun-loving cat who wants to be an involved member of the family. Kid and animal friendly, the Birman loves company and attention and fits in well with all different types of families. The Birman has a distinct look; his pointed coat comes in six colors and two patterns, but he should always have four white feet and blue eyes.
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People love their dogs, but being a pet parent is not all cuddles and games of fetch. It comes with lots of responsibility. To avoid falling into any bad habits, new and experienced dog owners alike should freshen up on etiquette. Are you guilty of making any of these common mistakes? Picking the Wrong Dog (Or Getting a Dog Before You're Ready) Getting a dog on impulse is pretty easy to do....
Barrel racing is a common gymkhana or o-mok-see event, which are other popular ways of saying a low stakes competitive rodeo event. In barrel racing, you ride a horse in a cloverleaf pattern around three barrels that are set in the middle of a ring in a triangular formation. It looks a bit confusing if you are seeing it for the first time as a spectator, but it is really quite easy to understand and fun to watch....
Jenna Stregowski is a veterinary technician and hospital manager with over 20 years of experience. Jenna has contributed content to The Spruce Pets You can contact Jenna by emailing [email protected]. Highlights Registered veterinary technician with more than 20 years of experience working in veterinary medicine Over a decade of experience writing about pet care Contributed to The Spruce Pets for 10+ years Articles have appeared in Advanstar/Firstline Magazine, and on dvm360....
Most pet owners know that chocolate can be fatally toxic to their beloved pooch. In fact, even a small amount of chocolatey goodness has the potential to poison your pet. But with the increasing popularity of candy covered in white chocolate, from Hershey's kisses to Reese's peanut butter cups, some pet owners might wonder if it's possible that white chocolate can be Fido-friendly....
Horses need companions. They are herd animals and feel safer if they have their own kind to live with. In the wild, horses live in small herds or bands. There are leaders and followers and each horse has a place on the social ladder within the herd. Horses that are kept with other horses are less bored and less likely to indulge in destructive habits like stall walking, wood chewing, and other abnormal repetitive behaviors....
Animals play a special role in our day to day lives and many of us often wonder what our own pets do while we are away during the day. Whether we are at work, school, running errands, or going out to dinner, our pets usually have to stay home. The animated comedy movie, "The Secret Life of Pets" by Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures, focuses on what our pets might do while we aren't watching and features several different kinds of pets, including some exotic pets....
Cats can have all different kinds of personalities. Some are outgoing, dominant, cuddly, or attention-seeking, while others are nervous, shy, and sometimes even scared of people. For cats who are scared of people, daily visitors to their home can cause extreme stress, but thankfully, this is something that can be overcome....
Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. Our Top Picks Best Overall: Aqueon Pro Submersible 100W Heater at Amazon "Has durable, non-corrosive construction and even heat distribution....
Ludwigia repens is found in the tropical waters of North and Central America. It's is a stunning red aquarium plant that grows quickly when it has enough light. It's a favorite plant and a welcome addition to any aquarium environment if utilized properly. Red Leaf Ludwigia: Basics Common Name: Red Leaf Ludwigia, Red repens Native to: U....
Live plants were the norm back in the days when I set up my first aquarium. We've come a long way since then. The fish keeper of today can opt for very attractive plastic and silk plants that come close to passing for the real thing. So what is the best choice for aquarium plants, real or artificial?...
In recent years, outbreaks of Salmonella infections (salmonellosis) in humans have been traced back to the handling of pet hedgehogs. In June 2013 alone, 26 people were reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as having infections of Salmonella typhimurium that were traced back to pet African pygmy hedgehogs....
The first time you see the adorably shaggy Otterhound, you might mistake him for a doodle or mixed breed of some sort, but the Otterhound possibly dates back to medieval times in English, where they were prized for their otter-hunting skills. The large and lovable Otterhound is full of energy and always ready for fun....
Canine influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that occurs in dogs. Also called dog flu, this respiratory illness is caused by the influenza A virus. Although rarely fatal, the highly contagious nature of the dog flu has made outbreaks of the illness very concerning for boarding kennels, veterinary offices, and other facilities where dogs go....
Before you plan on bringing a puppy home, make plans for introducing the new puppy to dogs that already live there. Adult dogs often welcome a new canine buddy, but it's important to try to choose pups that are compatible. It's important to remember that a resident dog naturally protects its turf. Your puppy may either feel uncertain in strange surroundings or act like a clueless clown who hisses off the mature canines....
It is not uncommon for cats to throw up the occasional hairball. However, if your cat were to ever vomit blood, also called hematemesis, your cat could be suffering from something that requires immediate veterinary medical attention. Hematemesis can have two very different appearances. If the blood is coming from the esophagus, stomach, or upper part of the small intestines, it may appear as bright red streaks....
Clicker training is a great way to train your dog. Not only can you capture behaviors with the clicker, but it can be used to shape your dog's behavior as well. Shaping a behavior means training a dog to do something in small stages rather than all at once. This technique is most useful when training complicated commands that may be difficult for your dog to understand at first....
How do you convince your parents to buy you a horse or pony? You first have to decide if it is really worth it and this isn't just an idea, like coloring your hair pink, that you'll get tired of when the novelty wears off. Your parents will probably remember the time you begged for a hamster, and then after a few weeks, it sat ignored on your bookshelf with a smelly cage....
