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Keeping a Pet Frog
by Jacob P. February 2nd, 2012 | Amphibians
When pet care websites, such as petco.com, place frogs under the reptiles category, it grinds my gears. I know it is trivial, but they are amphibians. This would probably not happen if amphibians were more popular pets, but they are not currently part of the "in crowd.'' I do not know anyone who owns or has owned a pet amphibian. People think they are gross or hard to care for, but it is actually quite the contrary. Keeping a frog can be quite fun.
Freebies for Dog Owners
by Lori S. January 19th, 2012 | Dogs
What can you get for free these days? Not much. Thankfully, there are still freebies available for pet owners, especially dog owners. You just have to look for them. From dog food to T-shirts, those who love canines can score some pretty cool items by investigating such places as local stores and Internet sites.
For example, my local Ace Hardware store offers free samples of dog food. I score one package of each type of food when I go shopping there. I have also gotten dozens of free dog food samples from promotions on the Internet. A few years ago,
For example, my local Ace Hardware store offers free samples of dog food. I score one package of each type of food when I go shopping there. I have also gotten dozens of free dog food samples from promotions on the Internet. A few years ago,
Betta Fish Illnesses
by Mackenzie M. December 22nd, 2011 | Animal Health, Fish
Betta fish have a relatively long life span for a pet fish, ranging from two to three years. However, health problems with betta fish can, and do occur. Surprisingly, just like any other pet, there are many diseases that betta fish are prone to; some that are treatable, and others that are far more serious.
Below are listed some of the ailments that betta fish can develop. With all of these conditions, as soon as you discover them in your betta fish, it is important to keep the Betta isolated so it does not contaminate any of the other fish
Below are listed some of the ailments that betta fish can develop. With all of these conditions, as soon as you discover them in your betta fish, it is important to keep the Betta isolated so it does not contaminate any of the other fish
Are Raw Eggs Dangerous for Pets?
by Lori Teller DVM DABVP CVJ December 21st, 2011 | Ask the Vet
I've read that eating raw eggs can make animals' fur shiny -- but can they get salmonella from them?
Animals can definitely get Salmonella from raw eggs. There risk is less than that of humans, but it is still a problem. They can develop severe diarrhea and GI upset when infected and may require IV fluids and antibiotics to recover.
Further risk occurs to humans also. Not only can humans get Salmonella from raw eggs when handling the eggs themselves, but the Salmonella will also be present in the pet's food bowls. There have been cases of young children coming into
Animals can definitely get Salmonella from raw eggs. There risk is less than that of humans, but it is still a problem. They can develop severe diarrhea and GI upset when infected and may require IV fluids and antibiotics to recover.
Further risk occurs to humans also. Not only can humans get Salmonella from raw eggs when handling the eggs themselves, but the Salmonella will also be present in the pet's food bowls. There have been cases of young children coming into
Perfect Plant for Your Fish
by Mackenzie M. November 24th, 2011 | Fish
Whether you are getting sick of feeding your fish on a daily basis, or simply want to spruce up your large aquarium, live plants can be a great addition to your fish tank. For Betta fish especially, it can be quite convenient to stick a plant in the tank that it can munch periodically. Not only do plants help with the feeding of numerous species of fish, they also have numerous other positive health effects on the tank as a whole.
They purify the water of ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite, and also act as a part of the filtration system.
They purify the water of ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite, and also act as a part of the filtration system.
