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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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Do you want to have a pet that will not spoil the furniture at home, make no sounds at all, even if you forgot to feed it, and will practically not smell? In this case, the giant African snail "Achatina fulika" will suit you. Do not be afraid, it will not grow the size of your apartment, its growth is very easy for a person to control
Poisoning with solanine, a vegetable poison, can cause serious problems for dairy animals. Therefore, adding raw potatoes to their feed should be wise and careful. People who keep dairy goats and cows are unanimous in the opinion: you can feed animals with raw potatoes
Having decided to have an exotic pet, take a closer look at Achatina. These giant snails are unpretentious. There is no need to remove the tray behind them, you do not need to walk them. But watching the snails is very interesting. All that is required for a comfortable stay of Achatina in the house:
The death of a pet is perceived very hard, sometimes no easier than the death of a relative. Therefore, it is very important to say goodbye to your pet with dignity, to bury it according to all the rules. At the same time, it is necessary not to violate sanitary standards, which prohibit burying the bodies of animals in cities
Many hamster owners are often shocked when they see one pet eat another. What he sees usually makes him want to get rid of the animal as soon as possible, although this behavior is often easily explained. The manifestation of cannibalism in hamsters is not common, but such incidents do occur
Has your beloved hamster safely escaped from home? If he has lived with you for a long time and is used to his hands, voice and his nickname, he may himself return to the house in a day or even a few hours of wandering around the apartment. But what if this did not happen?
Hamsters are very mobile animals. Besides, they are smart enough. Some people very quickly learn to open the cage door with their paw or get out of the aquarium. Finding a hamster in an apartment is not difficult if you take into account some of the behavioral features of this pet
In the villages, many people keep livestock. This allows you to always have your own milk and meat. Many people have goats, which are much easier to keep than larger livestock. However, not everyone knows about their distinctive physiological characteristics
If you have a new pet, and you do not know how to feed it properly, some secrets of guinea pig nutrition will allow you to enjoy communicating with these amazing and cute animals longer. Amazing cute animals - guinea pigs! They bring a lot of joy and are not whimsical at all
Guinea pigs can easily catch colds in the spring and fall. The first sign of the disease is the appearance of a cold. If the disease in guinea pigs is not cured in time, a complication can occur, up to pulmonary edema, which in the future very often leads to death
Having decided to get a rat, you need to prepare in advance a place for her to eat and sleep. These animals are very clean, so you don't have to worry about the unpleasant smell. Instructions Step 1 To organize the space, purchase a cage and place it where there are no drafts and bright sun
Some of the most famous vocalists who can live calmly and for a long time at home are goldfinches. They easily adapt to captivity, are friendly, and if the male goldfinch is healthy, well fed and in a good mood, he will delight you with his serenades
Chinchillas are funny animals with a cheerful disposition and a very pretty appearance. Thanks to these qualities, they have become one of the most popular pets. Chinchillas are collective animals, so it is better to start a couple of rodents at once
When starting a ferret, you should not count on its uncomplaining servility - this is far from the case. You will have to seek the location. But it is worth it, because your life will be significantly transformed with the appearance in it of such a fussy, overly curious, incredibly cunning and quick-witted animal
The Dzungarian hamster is a popular pet. It does not require special care, so people who spend most of the day outside the house can get such a small animal. However, the Dzungariks have a drawback - they do not live long. How old is a hamster?
Ferrets are animals with a specific odor, which many can hardly bear. The smell of males is more pungent than that of females. A radical way to get rid of the unpleasant odor of this pet is neutering. There are also deodorants for ferrets, which are available in a wide range on the shelves of zoological stores
There are many different breeds of hamsters in the world, but such breeds as Syrian hamsters, Dzungarian hamsters, Campbell and Roborovskiy have gained great popularity. When choosing a rodent for your child, rely on their characteristics. All hamsters are nocturnal animals, they are active in the evening and at night
Aquatic turtles are increasingly being kept in modern homes. The most common are the red-eared and marsh species. They are beautiful and pleasing to the eye with their leisurely movement in the aquarium. To provide the aquatic turtle with the necessary conditions for life, you need to know about the features of its feeding
A hedgehog requires a kind of care that differs from the usual maintenance of other animals. The hedgehog is a nocturnal animal, and you should keep this in mind before adopting such a pet. Get ready for small feet that can disturb your sleep
Buying a hamster is wonderful. You bought a baby you liked at a pet store, brought him home, began to equip a home for him and store food. It's good if you know exactly what breed your new little friend is, but what if no one told you this information when buying?