Animals 2024, September

In fact, breeding guinea pigs at home is not difficult. These animals reach sexual maturity quite early and quickly move on to the reproductive process. But this only happens if there are favorable and comfortable living conditions. If you decide to start breeding these unusual animals, you can be sure of success - they have colossal fertility

Budgerigars, lovebirds, nymphs are flocking birds and they feel best in large companies. Therefore, if you are often absent from home, get a pair of your favorite parrot. Perhaps the bird will stop paying attention to you and it will become worse to speak, but you will be able to observe the process of courtship and breeding of small parrots, which is no less interesting

Butterflies are the most beautiful representatives of insects, invariably causing delight and surprise. Particularly impressive are tropical species, the color of which is brighter and more varied than that of their northern counterparts, and the wingspan sometimes reaches 28 cm

Rabbits are, as everyone knows, not only valuable fur, but also dietary, easily digestible meat. If you decide to mate rabbits on the farm, you need to do this according to certain rules. Instructions Step 1 Mate at the right time of the day

The method of raising rabbits in pits is one of the oldest and most time-tested methods. Until people learned how to build special cage pens, raising rabbits in a hole was the main way of breeding these rodents. Now this method is used infrequently, but under some conditions it is irreplaceable

Feline offspring is a serious matter. Only yard cats can afford to reproduce uncontrollably. The meeting of thoroughbred animals is organized by their owners. Instructions Step 1 For the first date, the cat and the cat must be carefully prepared

A cat club is a public or commercial organization in which breeding work is carried out, mating of animals is monitored and registered, and cat shows are held. If you are concerned about breeding issues, you need to join a cat club and, with your pet, become a participant in selection and genetic programs that an experienced curator-felinologist will select for you

Taking care of turtles in captivity is quite difficult, and it is even more difficult to breed them. However, if you are a fan of these animals, you can try it. Breeding turtles will take some effort on your part. Selection of turtles You will need females and males to breed turtles, make sure you have both sexes

Chinchillas are wonderful velvet creatures, no wonder they have become so popular with pet lovers. Often, inexperienced owners are unable to distinguish between a female chinchilla and a male. The thing is that the sex of the chinchilla is practically not expressed in any way outwardly

Guinea fowls are medium-sized poultry. Many poultry farms around the world are engaged in breeding them, since their meat and eggs are qualitatively superior to other species in terms of properties. It is better to keep the guinea fowl separately from other birds

Cats are very good mothers, caring and gentle. They carefully look after their kittens: they feed them, lick them, raise them. But there are times when cats refuse their maternal responsibilities, and then the responsibility for the life of defenseless babies falls entirely on the shoulders of the owner

Piglets have always been bred on peasant farms. To date, the practice of raising pigs has survived in the villages and villages; in Russia, there are about thirty-two breeds of these animals. It is not difficult to raise piglets, they are unpretentious in care, in a short period of time you can get a large amount of fresh meat and lard, in addition, animals are not picky about their diet

If the cat has lived in your house for a long time and it is not the first time she is pregnant, then you probably know what signs indicate that labor will begin soon. However, an inexperienced breeder may simply not pay attention to the symptoms of an approaching process, and then this event will come as a surprise to him

It is important for a poultry owner to know what their embryo looks like at any stage of its development. Each genus of pets has its own distinctive features in the development of the embryo and the formation of the chick, the knowledge of which will help to keep the farm more productive

The cow is the most common animal in rural backyards. Clean air, grazing areas and good barns allow you to get high-quality milk and meat from these animals. And the presence of markets for agricultural products makes it possible to turn the breeding of cows into a profitable business

The Vietnamese pot-bellied pig is a breed that is gaining more and more popularity in Russia. Feeding and keeping such animals is relatively simple. But many farmers, of course, would like to learn and independently increase the number of such animals on the farm

Grooming and breeding club poodles is not an easy task. In addition to ensuring proper nutrition and optimal physical activity, the dog needs to be tied in time to form a muscle corset. Often the club even sets mating dates and selects a pair on its own

In Japan and China, quails are considered a symbol of wealth and longevity. In Russia, these birds are bred because of the healing properties that their eggs are endowed with. Moreover, quail eggs are a real dietary delicacy that pushes people to breed these birds at home

Many people take a great interest in horses. In the conditions of a modern metropolis, these animals can be found only in parks, circuses or special arenas at equestrian sports schools. Man has long resorted to the help of horses, looked after, kept and bred them

The goose is a fairly common bird that was bred in Russia. It is no coincidence that there are almost twice as many Russian goose breeds as European ones. In breeding, geese compare favorably with other types of poultry. They can be bred even on a garden plot, because little money is spent on geese

Raising chickens is an interesting and profitable activity. If all the rules are observed, the survival rate of day-old chicks is 98-100%. Small broilers gain weight quickly, reaching commercial weight by three months. It is necessary - boxes

Ferret breeding is a complex and demanding process that requires knowledge of the basics of genetics and breeding skills. Khoryats are born prematurely, they need careful care. Instructions Step 1 Study the literature on breeding ferrets, talk to experienced breeders

Determining the sex of the fish is difficult, as in some cases the females look the same as the males. And if you do not know the features that are characteristic of a given breed, then it is completely impossible. But you can still try to distinguish them, especially if it is very important to you

Before mating a cat, the owner must carefully study the intricacies of this process. It is necessary to prepare the pets themselves, the habitat, guess the right time for successful mating. Puberty Knowledge of the intricacies of puberty will help to accurately determine the pet's readiness for mating

Like all puppies, Yorkie babies are handed over to their future owners at the age of two or three months. Buy a dog from a trusted owner and when buying, pay attention to how the puppies and their mother are kept. If the appearance of the puppies and the purity of their maintenance suit you, then you can proceed to the selection of the one that will soon become your favorite

Nowadays, ostrich breeding is one of the most profitable areas of farming. This is due, on the one hand, to the simplicity of growing these birds, and on the other hand, to the demand in the market for ostrich eggs, meat, skin and feathers. Instructions Step 1 You can start breeding ostriches in several ways:

Breeding decorative rabbits is troublesome and requires a lot of effort. In addition, breeders spend significant financial resources to purchase and maintain cages, as well as a rabbit medicine cabinet with all the necessary drugs. It is necessary A spacious cage, a ditch for toilets (preferably two), a feeder, a drinker, hay and sawdust, feed for feeding, salt stone, special twigs for grinding teeth, brushes for combing, toys, a first aid kit

After the onset of puberty, many cat owners begin to think about her first mating and the appearance of offspring. However, due to inexperience in such matters, they worry about the upcoming pregnancy of their pet and about its safe passage

The problem of homeless animals is quite acute, it is no secret that sometimes even those pets with a pedigree are thrown out into the street. Therefore, no less acute is the question of controlling the reproduction of cats and dogs not only living at home, but those who were born on the street

Almost all parrots nest in captivity. But their different types require different conditions. Large ones - gray, cockatoo, macaw - rarely breed chicks in captivity. Rosella, ringed and other medium-sized parrots reproduce well in the aviary, especially if it is installed outdoors

Keeping rabbits is not so difficult; people of any age can do it. But it is necessary to arm yourself with special knowledge and understand that eared animals will need your attention, care, and careful care. It should also be remembered that rabbits are herd animals, they need communication with their own kind

Breeding livestock at home gives villagers the opportunity not only to provide meat to their families, but also to receive a good income. Pigs are rightfully considered to be one of the most unpretentious and fast growing animals. In addition to excellent taste, pork also has many useful properties

A dog's pedigree is a special document that confirms its origin. That is, he gives information about who her parents and grandparents were. The pedigree does not provide data on the qualities or any distinctive characteristics of the dog, it only confirms that the dog is purebred

The Chow Chow breed is one of the oldest in the world. And although myths say that it was descended from bears, research claims that these dogs are representatives of primitive breeds that began their evolution from the wolf. History of the breed The Chow Chow breed belongs to the Spitz group

There are two main types of hives, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Professionals prefer vertical designs, but beginners are encouraged to start with horizontal ones. All types of hives must meet the biological characteristics and requirements of the bee colony

Many people choose aquarium fish, considering only their appearance and completely forgetting that they may not get along with each other, and this happens quite often. Of course, there are a huge number of species of aquarium fish, and it is almost impossible to remember the features of all of them

Buying decorative rats of different sexes, not everyone thinks about the behavior and reproduction of this species of animals. As a result, there are often cases when the "interesting position" of a recently acquired rodent becomes a real surprise for the owner

Chickens of egg breeds differ from other subspecies in light weight, well-developed crest and catkins, thick plumage. It is worth noting that the contours of their bodies are similar to a triangle, in which the top is the head and the base is the tail

With the development of modern breeding, it is not always clear which animal is in front of you. Like a rabbit, but maybe not. After all, the breeds of decorative rabbits today are so diverse that an inexperienced lover does not always manage to distinguish baby rabbits from rare animals of other species

The choice of a dog should be approached responsibly, because it will become your friend who will live side by side with you for ten to fifteen years. After you have decided on the breed, chose a breeder and waited for the puppies to grow up, you are faced with an important task