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Making life easier for an arthritic dog
We're currently bringing our 9 year old white schnauzer cross to the vet for treatment for arthritis. It primarily affects his rear left leg at the moment, but we're told it may affect his other joints- we're working on reducing his weight, he's on…
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Are maggots appropriate food for a turtle?
I've got my turtle some dog food to use as an occasional treat for it. I've only gave it once and it didn't even eat from it then. I then covered and left it.
After some time I noticed some white worms inside, even though I've covered it.
I know…
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How can I stop food mixture from dissociating in water?
I've been trying a new way of feeding my turtle by mixing a variety of vegetables with chicken and/or prawns. I do so by mincing everything then combining them and crushing them together. I then form them into balls.
The problem is that they…
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How do you groom an Angora Rabbit?
I know for an Angora rabbit you have to keep up with their grooming, and one of the things you can do is keep their fur short. My sister has tried to trim her two rabbits, but finds that she can never do so very neatly. Is there any tried and true…
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What is the basic proper aquarium setup for a turtle?
I'm setting up an aquarium for a turtle and have a few inquiries about how to prepare it properly. I want to have not only the proper setup, but also have precautions to avoid the turtle flipping over on its back, or getting itself stuck…
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How can I stop my cat from dragging things into her litter box and food?
We've had Tiny for four years. She is a pretty typical cat, except possibly for her pouch that swings from her belly when she walks. Pretty sure that's not related to this problem.
Ever since we got her, she has insisted on dragging whatever she can…
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What is the basic care needed for a siren?
I have the opportunity to get a siren or two, but like always, I want to make sure that I'm prepared to care for them before I get them.
I know they're very closely related to axolotls, with the difference being that sirens don't have hind legs, but…
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Is tap water safe for reptiles?
Is it okay to give my reptile a bowl of tap water to drink from and bathe/swim in? Or is there something wrong with tap water that I should avoid?
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Is there any way to reduce a cat's shedding?
My long-haired cat sheds a lot, so I was wondering if there was any way to reduce how much he sheds. I brush him almost daily, and that seems to help keep the shed hair from getting everywhere, but is there any way to slow the shedding process in…
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Should I put my cat into a cattery while I go away on holiday?
I'm planning to go away on holiday for a couple of weeks. Should I look at putting my cat (10 year old regular moggie) into a cattery for the period, or should I look at getting a neighbour to come in each day?
I'm trying (and so far failing) to…
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Should I let my dog roll in the grass?
My dog loves to roll in the grass, however, I heard it brings issues, mostly in the form of bugs, fleas, dirt, scratching or even allergies.
Are any of them true? Should I let my dog roll in the grass at all?
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Why can't my rabbit lift it's head?
Thursday started normally:
6:00 AM each of 5 upstairs bunnies getting personal grooming.
9:00 AM everyone in for nap time.
10:00 AM Lyra (3 years old) is very sick, can not lift her head, call to find which rabbit vet is available.
10:30 AM…
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What is the best way to introduce cats to newborns?
My wife and I are expecting twins in the fall. We have two cats (5 years and 8 years). One is friendly (if a little shy) around strangers while the other will hiss and growl at people he doesn't know (but is generally not otherwise aggressive and…
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Should I be worried about my kittens suckling on my neck?
I have two 14 day old kittens. My cat died after she gave birth, so I have been feeding, cleaning and doing everything else for them since they were born. Now they are suckling and clawing on my neck, fingers, shirt, etc. Is there an alternative I…
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Leave kitten in small room for 3 days while traveling?
There's a weeks-old kitten that's running around the busy street I live in. My concern is that he'll start playing in the middle of the street and a car will run him over in the next few days if he doesn't see me.
I want to adopt him/her, but I'll…
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