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Locating dead fish

I can't find a couple of my saltwater fish in my 75 gallon tank. There are so many nooks and crannies for them to hide in the live rocks. I suspect they died. I wish to locate them, so their dead bodies won't be decomposing and releasing toxins. …
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My cat vomited string and I pulled it

My cat ate a piece of string (not a thick one. A slim one used for sewing). She passed it through her mouth and seeing her struggle I did the stupid thing of pulling on it because I panicked. I pulled very gently, after she eliminated a ball of…
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What is the recommended food and insulin timing for a diabetic cat?

My 13 year old tomcat was recently diagnosed with diabetes, with a blood glucose level of 30 (very high). The vet started him on 1.5 units of Insulin (U-40 syringe) a day. After a week his glucose level remained - even increased to 31. The vet put…
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Are underwater snails strictly bound to 'under' the water?

I recently bought a little aquarium, which I stocked with live plants to create a sort-of-natural environment. I haven't stocked the tank with any fish at the moment, but I have noticed some tiny little snails. They must have been attached to the…
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How can I prevent my dog from chasing his tail obsessively?

There is a dog in my family who chases his tail madly in a circle. Once he grabs it, he continues to spin in circles. This happens whenever he hears thunder or the garbage disposal in the sink is used (it makes a loud noise). It is not the usual…
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Are there spices or other food flavorings that should never be fed to cats or dogs?

House animals always seem to want to have a bite of whatever you're eating. There are obvious things, such as hot peppers, that might not be appropriate for them. But, what about spices or herbs that are used in homemade bread or other foods that…
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Will feeding other fish in the same pond have an impact on my koi in winter?

There are two sturgeons in the pond which need to be fed during winter. As far as I know koi don't need food during frost periods and only a small amount when the pond isn't frozen. I kept feeding the sturgeons on one spot of the pond, unfortunately…
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Female turtle unexpectedly laid eggs, what do I do now?

I have recently rescued a female Indian flapshell turtle. I kept it in my tank for few days. I found 9 eggs in my tank today. Can I expect babies from the eggs? How do I need to care for the eggs?
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Auto feeder: do cats need a bowl for their kibble, or is gathering from floor ok?

TL;DR: I need to portion-feed my cat as he loves food too much. I made a feeding machine that is mounted out of reach, which means the kibble falls down and scatters on the floor, where he has to go around gathering it. Is this OK for a cat, or is…
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What is the optimal age to bring home kittens?

I have done some Google'ing into when is a good time to bring home kittens, and I have read articles where the most common answer is "12 weeks but above 8 and you should be fine". I also read that if you bring home the kittens a little sooner, it…
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What plants or other winter yard items are safe for a rabbit?

During the summer, I feed my rabbit treats I get from my yard including twigs, leaves, and grass. However, during the winter here my trees lose their leaves and the grass is mostly dead. Are there any treats I can gather from my yard or…
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How do I get my cat to stop waking me up at 5:45am?

I have a small, 8lb (around 3.6 kg) female cat whom, in a day, I feed a third of a cup dry food and a can of simple nourish wet food. I split this into a morning and evening meal, but the cat meows incessantly for its morning meal at 5:40am despite…
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How often should a litter box be cleaned?

I have 2 cats, and 2 litter boxes. We do them when they seem full, but I'm wondering, should we do them more often than that? At what intervals, if I have 1 litter box per cat, should I clean their litter boxes?
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How to safe guard against being kicked by a horse?

For the first time of my life I was kicked by a horse. My own horse in fact. She's not an aggressive horse. I was distracted and talking to people over the fence about the horses, pointing out the horses. I came up behind her and tickled the inside…
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How do I get my cat to stop kneading the bed/pillows at night?

We've got a solo cat who we rescued a year ago. He was a street cat (adopted at 5yrs) and took some time adapting to domestic life. He's always been in favor of snuggles but about a week ago, he started kneading on the bed/pillows, waking us both…
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