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Red-eared turtles breed in captivity only if the rules for their maintenance are followed and favorable conditions for mating are created. Turtles are anxious about the choice of a partner, it is desirable that several males and females be placed in the aviary
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If you keep a reptile, amphibian or predatory invertebrate that feeds on insects at home, it is better for you to breed live food yourself, since there may be supply disruptions in any stores, and in winter it is unrealistic to find insects in nature
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The aquarium is a transparent container for the constant keeping of fish. The water in the aquarium plays a huge role for the organisms and plants living in it. Try to monitor the purity of the water and adhere to the recommendations. It is necessary Aquarium, water and attached instructions
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If a kitten appears in your house, you need to closely monitor it and take care of its health. In order for the immunity of a four-legged friend to be strong and able to withstand various diseases, the pet must be given preventive vaccinations
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Captive breeding is a sign of good maintenance, so if you decide to breed red-eared turtles, you need to create suitable conditions for this. Breeding turtles requires several healthy adult males and females. The sex of males is determined at a length of about 9-10 cm (at the age of 2-5 years), the sex of females at a length of 15-17 cm (which corresponds to an age of 3-8 years)
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Cats are, by nature, excellent carnivores. They get great pleasure when they sit in ambush for several hours, then catch their prey, play with it, and then eat it. But sometimes it turns out that people, taking a cute cat into the house with the hope that he will catch rodents, are disappointed
Food for animals and poultry is becoming more and more expensive. Because of this, many people stop keeping chickens in the winter, considering them unprofitable. But if you compose the food yourself and follow some rules, then your birds will be flying all winter
Unfortunately, dogs, our pets, live much shorter lives than humans, and their death brings real grief to the family. The lifespan of your four-legged friend depends not only on what breed he is, but also on the conditions in which he is kept, what he eats, how often he walks
In almost all mammals, teeth change as they grow older. Moreover, dogs are no exception to this rule. Newborn puppies have no teeth at all, then temporary or so-called milk teeth begin to erupt, which are then replaced by permanent teeth. Instructions Step 1 Baby teeth begin to erupt in puppies at about a month or plus / minus one week
Mice and shrews are some of the most defenseless creatures in the animal kingdom. But paradoxically, their most fierce enemy is not predators, but frosts. In winter, small animals can freeze to death if they do not prepare properly in time. Instructions Step 1 The main protection from the winter cold for field mice is, oddly enough, snow
It is not just a person's prerogative to receive injections with a medicine. Animals are also often prescribed medications in injections. And if it is quite simple to inject a medicine into a cat or dog intramuscularly, then the owners of small pets, in particular, rats, find themselves in a difficult situation
Eye diseases are quite common in animals. They arise as a result of the action of various chemical, mechanical and physical injuries. Or develop with parasitic, infectious and non-infectious diseases. Timely detection of the disease makes it possible to contact a veterinarian who will diagnose and prescribe the correct treatment
Decorative mice are increasingly found in apartments as pets. They are funny animals. They are active, play well, move. Many mice have their own character. You can take them in your hands … There are many types of decorative mice, but the care for all is about the same
Breeding butterflies at home has recently become not only affordable, but even very fashionable. You can buy larvae in many pet stores, they will also give instructions on what to do with these larvae. It is possible that everything will work out for you, and your modest apartment will turn into a luxurious garden, along which graceful multi-colored butterflies flutter
Vaccination of dogs is a necessary procedure that can ensure your pet's health, as well as without which it is impossible to travel on a train or plane. All vaccinations carried out by the doctor must be recorded in a special vaccination passport, which proves that a dog cannot be a distributor of a number of diseases - rabies of carnivores, distemper, parovirus enteritis and others
The otter is a very valuable commercial fur animal. Catching her is a joy for any hunter. However, it is not so easy to catch this smart nimble animal. The main way to hunt otters is trap fishing. It is necessary - trap No. 4-5
The ermine is an excellent hunter of mice, water rats, and reptiles. However, he himself is the object of amateur and commercial hunting of man because of his valuable beautiful fur. For the same reason, they do not shoot him, but use various methods of catching
Whether you have decided to choose a ferret as a pet or are just thinking about it, one of the main questions for you will be the question of domestication. In order for the animal to socialize well, it is recommended to take a young ferret at the age of two months
The wolf is by nature an amazing hunter. Perfectly developed muscles, very strong jaws - all this allows him to survive. Not only is the wolf able to get its own food alone, thanks to the ability to unite in packs and act together, wolves can hunt very large prey
The image of an elephant, a frightened mouse, is often used in animation. This fact is not questioned, although, if you think about it, it seems strange that a land giant would set its tail between its legs at the sight of a tiny rodent. Are elephants really afraid of mice?
Nowadays, it is almost impossible to see crickets in modern homes. But in the peasant huts of the 18th-19th centuries, these insects were permanent "tenants", quietly creaking behind the stove and thus giving comfort to the house. Cricket - "
Finding the owner of a dog is not easy, it is best to look for him in hot pursuit. The dog will find his way home himself, the main thing is to help him a little with this. Your task is to find possible clues in time. Instructions Step 1 If the dog is lost, you need to look for the owner near the place where the dog was found
If you have a four-legged friend and need to write a story about him, share his habits and skills. In the story, you can not only describe the appearance of your pet, but also emphasize his loyalty and friendliness, intelligence and abilities
Not every person will dare to help a homeless animal. But if such a desire arose at the sight of a kitten or watchdog, it is worth optimizing the process of domestication or the device in good hands. Take a closer look at the foundling
Many owners of domestic hamsters take offense at pets - it seems that there is enough food, and there are no affection, and there are no external stimuli - and the hamster bites, and it is quite painful. Why does the animal behave this way and can it be re-educated?