Sometimes a breed is just built for a particular name, like the Bulldog, whose most popular male moniker is Tank. Other top picks for the breed: Diesel, Winston, Dozer and the very popular choice of Max. For females, Bella is once again the top option, trailed by Lola, Daisy, Lucy and Stella.
Monday, August 20, 2012
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Guppy Boldness Studied
Guppy Boldness Studied
Interesting article about the study of the guppy and the boldness of the species.
Boldness increases chances of finding food and mates, but it also exposes intrepid individuals to the risk of being caught by predators.”
Interesting article about the study of the guppy and the boldness of the species.
Boldness increases chances of finding food and mates, but it also exposes intrepid individuals to the risk of being caught by predators.”
Thursday, August 16, 2012
How Many Fish Should Be In My Tank
Fish keepers have heard the rule of thumb for stocking their aquarium. But how many fish is really too many?
Tropical fish, like any other animal, will grow at different rates, consume different amounts of food, behave with their tankmates differently and also display different levels of aggression. Depending on their metabolic processes, fish will even release a different amount of waste. The worst rule in the book is the one-fish-per-3-gallon rule.
As for stocking a freshwater aquarium, always stay conservative with how many fish you have in the tank. A light or moderately stocked aquarium will be easier to maintain and manage over one that is heavily stocked. Also, lightly stocked tropical fish aquariums fare much better in emergencies, (such as power outages) than one that is filled to the brim with livestock. This will also reduce the frequency of water changes. The general rule of a partial water change every two weeks tends to become almost every week to keep a heavily stocked aquarium healthy.
Instead of looking for a golden rule when stocking your aquarium, look for fish species that are compatible or have been compatible in other people’s experience. Look for tropical fish species that do not grow too large and are recommended for your aquarium’s size in gallons. Aquascape your aquarium to provide plenty of hiding places and retreats in the event that one fish is more aggressive than you predicted. If the tropical fish you have added seem to be getting along well and you’re not having a problem with excessive nutrients in the water you can look at adding more fish that are compatible with your current species.
Once you have established some harmony in the aquarium you can begin to research other tropical fish that may work well in your aquarium.
Tropical fish, like any other animal, will grow at different rates, consume different amounts of food, behave with their tankmates differently and also display different levels of aggression. Depending on their metabolic processes, fish will even release a different amount of waste. The worst rule in the book is the one-fish-per-3-gallon rule.
As for stocking a freshwater aquarium, always stay conservative with how many fish you have in the tank. A light or moderately stocked aquarium will be easier to maintain and manage over one that is heavily stocked. Also, lightly stocked tropical fish aquariums fare much better in emergencies, (such as power outages) than one that is filled to the brim with livestock. This will also reduce the frequency of water changes. The general rule of a partial water change every two weeks tends to become almost every week to keep a heavily stocked aquarium healthy.
Instead of looking for a golden rule when stocking your aquarium, look for fish species that are compatible or have been compatible in other people’s experience. Look for tropical fish species that do not grow too large and are recommended for your aquarium’s size in gallons. Aquascape your aquarium to provide plenty of hiding places and retreats in the event that one fish is more aggressive than you predicted. If the tropical fish you have added seem to be getting along well and you’re not having a problem with excessive nutrients in the water you can look at adding more fish that are compatible with your current species.
Once you have established some harmony in the aquarium you can begin to research other tropical fish that may work well in your aquarium.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Dog Lessons For People
- Enjoy the simpleness of a walk
- Run and play daily
- Be loyal, faithful, and quick to forgive
- Always drink plenty of water
- Sometimes it is best to sit close and listen
- Follow your instincts
- Keep digging until you find what you want
- Accept all of life's treats with gratitude
- Love unconditionally
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Natural Balance Donates Food Through Facebook Campaign
Natural Balance Pet Foods (naturalbalanceinc.com) has launched a Facebook campaign to donate food to a dog rescue group. Natural Balance will donate one pound of food to Angels in Fur for each new Like on the Natural Balance Facebook page through Aug. 31. Natural Balance will donate up to 5,000 pounds of food.
Angels in Fur is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and restoring dogs to loving homes
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Go Fragrance Free on August 10th
The Environmental Protection Association (EPA) states that fragranced products like air fresheners, fabric refreshers and traditional cleaning products contribute to poor indoors air quality, which can lead to health issues, especially for pets with their faster metabolisms and respiratory systems, and close proximity to the ground.
Fragrance Free Day helps raise awareness about the dangers of fragrances in personal care and household products by giving people the chance to go “fragrance free” for one day. That means no perfumes, colognes, scented lotions or harsh cleaning products with added fragrances for one full day!
On Fragrance Free Day (August 10th), SeaYu will be hosting a live Twitter chat from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST using hashtag #fragrancefreeday. Participants can get all their questions and concerns about fragranced products answered by a panel of experts including:
-Quincy Yu, Founder of SeaYu and green living expert
-Dr. Patrick Mahaney, Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
-Dr. Stephan Ziman, organic chemist
Monday, August 6, 2012
Dog Sitting!
For those of us who love dogs, it is possible to have too much of a good thing. Especially when the time comes to watch someone else's dogs.
Right now, we have four dogs at our home. And, since two of them don't always get along with each other, we've had to make sure we keep an eye on all of them to avoid any potential fights. That means removing food bowls, as well as toys, so that there are less things to fight over.
While dog sitting for someone can be a good deed, and in keeping the dogs from having to go to a boarding location, it does add stress on all the dogs involved. It throws off their normal routines, while adding a dimension of uncertainty. The uncertainty of if this is now a permanent change, of possible new habits, of new, if only temporary, routines.
But as much as I love all the furry friends in the home, having to feed, walk, and clean up after twice the number of pups I'm used to does take it's toll....and I'll be happy to get back to my normal routine soon as well!
Right now, we have four dogs at our home. And, since two of them don't always get along with each other, we've had to make sure we keep an eye on all of them to avoid any potential fights. That means removing food bowls, as well as toys, so that there are less things to fight over.
While dog sitting for someone can be a good deed, and in keeping the dogs from having to go to a boarding location, it does add stress on all the dogs involved. It throws off their normal routines, while adding a dimension of uncertainty. The uncertainty of if this is now a permanent change, of possible new habits, of new, if only temporary, routines.
But as much as I love all the furry friends in the home, having to feed, walk, and clean up after twice the number of pups I'm used to does take it's toll....and I'll be happy to get back to my normal routine soon as well!
Thursday, August 2, 2012
A Puppy’s Rescue from Death Row and his Owner’s Journey for Truth
LITTLE BOY BLUE
A Puppy’s Rescue
from Death Row and his Owner’s Journey for Truth
By Kim Kavin
Foreword
by Jim Gorant
Blue
had arrived in the Northeast with at least a dozen other dogs in an RV that is
just one among countless transports whose sponsors are dedicating their efforts
to saving dogs by any means possible. Blue was happy and friendly, but he
seemed to have endured some unusual, albeit unknown, ordeal. The dog's manner
prompted Kavin to trace his history all the way back to a long row of cages
where Blue had been tagged to be put down in just three more days.
brutal
ongoing reality inside some of this country's taxpayer-funded shelters. But Little Boy Blue also tells an inspiring
story of the grass-roots rescue network that has exploded across the nation in
recent years. Readers will come to know and love a very special dog who now
brings smiles to the faces of everyone he meets. From a single click of Kavin's
computer mouse, Blue's journey of a lifetime began. This is the story of Little
Boy Blue, told with candor and love.
Read the first two
chapters of Little Boy Blue http://littleboybluethebook.wordpress.com/free-first-two-chapters/
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Fun Facts About Dogs
1. There are a total of roughly around four hundred million dogs and hundreds of
different dog breeds in the world.
2. Dogs can perform many tasks to assist humans. They can guard, hunt, do farm work, and aid people with disabilities. They can help the blind. They can also be trained to compete in breed shows which display their amazing agility. There are obedience contests, sled pulling, and racing that are meant for dogs.
3. The domestication of dogs, which naturally live in the wild, happened around 15,000 years ago.
4. Dogs have the same digestive systems as wolves and foxes - their counterparts in the wild. Thus, you are making it hard for them to digest pellet-based, plant-based, and processed dog foods. Dogs are meant to subsist on raw meat and bones.
5. Domestic dogs may eat plant-based foods, but it is not necessarily good for them. Foods that are plant-based will tax their pancreas and shorten their life spans.
6. Dogs have a spectacular sense of smell. They can differentiate odors in concentrations of around 100 million times lower than what humans can!
7. The hearing of dogs is also much more superior to that of humans. They can hear sounds at four times the distance!
8. According to the number of registered ownership, the most popular dog breed in the world is the Labrador. They are usually used as guide dogs and as police dogs. Labradors are extremely intelligent, obedient, gentle, and tireless.
9. Dogs live up to ten to fourteen years. They live longer if they are fed with unprocessed and uncooked meat and bones.
10. Dog breeders call young dogs less than one year of age as "puppies," a group of dog offspring as "litter," male dogs as "dogs," and female dogs as "bitches."
11. Dogs tend to pant a lot because they don't have any sweat glands on their body. Their sweat glands are only at their paws!
12. Dogs have a total of three eyelids. The third lid is called a nictitating membrane or haw; it keeps their eyes protected and fully lubricated.
2. Dogs can perform many tasks to assist humans. They can guard, hunt, do farm work, and aid people with disabilities. They can help the blind. They can also be trained to compete in breed shows which display their amazing agility. There are obedience contests, sled pulling, and racing that are meant for dogs.
3. The domestication of dogs, which naturally live in the wild, happened around 15,000 years ago.
4. Dogs have the same digestive systems as wolves and foxes - their counterparts in the wild. Thus, you are making it hard for them to digest pellet-based, plant-based, and processed dog foods. Dogs are meant to subsist on raw meat and bones.
5. Domestic dogs may eat plant-based foods, but it is not necessarily good for them. Foods that are plant-based will tax their pancreas and shorten their life spans.
6. Dogs have a spectacular sense of smell. They can differentiate odors in concentrations of around 100 million times lower than what humans can!
7. The hearing of dogs is also much more superior to that of humans. They can hear sounds at four times the distance!
8. According to the number of registered ownership, the most popular dog breed in the world is the Labrador. They are usually used as guide dogs and as police dogs. Labradors are extremely intelligent, obedient, gentle, and tireless.
9. Dogs live up to ten to fourteen years. They live longer if they are fed with unprocessed and uncooked meat and bones.
10. Dog breeders call young dogs less than one year of age as "puppies," a group of dog offspring as "litter," male dogs as "dogs," and female dogs as "bitches."
11. Dogs tend to pant a lot because they don't have any sweat glands on their body. Their sweat glands are only at their paws!
12. Dogs have a total of three eyelids. The third lid is called a nictitating membrane or haw; it keeps their eyes protected and fully lubricated.
Pet Article courtesy of http://pet-articles.blogspot.com.
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