Animals 2024, September
If you want your dog to be always neat and elegant, you will have to work as a hairdresser. Wire-haired dogs (eg, Airedale, Giant Schnauzer, Fox Terrier, Irish Terrier, Schnauzer) must be trimmed or otherwise trimmed (pulling out dead hair) twice a year, in the fall and spring
The French lapdog (Bichon Frize) is a rather rare breed of dog in Russia. Today, looking at this cute, curly creature, it is very difficult to believe that in the Middle Ages this breed was considered a hunting breed and was used by farmers to exterminate rats
Recently, the American Cocker Spaniel has been increasingly seen as a pet. This breed of dog has many advantages in keeping in an apartment. They are small, easy to learn, smell free with proper care, get along well with children and are very playful
The American Cocker Spaniel is one of the most beautiful hunting breeds. A special stand in movement, an elegant exterior and luxurious wool make him a real king in the show ring. The American Cocker Spaniel is a relatively young breed
Dog owners are constantly faced with the problem of ticks and know how to deal with them. But those who have a four-legged friend for the first time may not always notice the sucking parasite in time, and a tick bite for a dog can be fatal. Therefore, those who have a puppy should know everything about ticks
Pekingese are one of the oldest breeds bred specifically for the joy of Chinese emperors. But this does not mean at all that indoor decorative dogs of this breed are just smart and funny toys. The characteristic anatomical features of the Pekingese involve constant and painstaking care of their eyes, claws and hair
The pygmy marmoset is a miniature and funny monkey. It is ideal for home keeping, as it is unpretentious in food, does not have an unpleasant smell and leads a daytime lifestyle without causing any worries at night. She is considered the smallest primate on the planet
Dogs are unique animals. According to ancient chronicles and historical research, it was they who were the first animals that were tamed by man. In the modern world, dogs are not only pets, they catch criminals, save people in case of fires, find them under rubble and even treat serious diseases
Shorthair cats are good because their coat does not require special care. Short hair does not form tangles, so it does not need to be combed frequently. It is enough to comb out a cat with short hair once or twice a week with a special brush-comb with frequent teeth
Only at first glance it seems that it is easy to choose a kitten: which one you like, take it. In fact, this is a crucial moment, especially if in the future the animal will participate in exhibitions or bring offspring. Instructions Step 1 So, first you need to decide for what purpose the kitten is being bought
Many people choose short-haired dogs because they are easier to care for. Indeed, there is no need to comb long hair daily, to make sure that it does not get tangled. Dogs of these breeds are easier to bathe, they have less hair and dirt. But nevertheless, such dogs also require care
As the famous couplet says: “What is emptiness? This is a house where there is no cat. " Have you decided to have a kitten? Before you bring home a warm fluffy lump, decide what personality traits your ideal pet should have. How to make the right choice and purchase the most suitable animal for you?
To date, felinologists have counted about 260 breeds of domestic cats, and we are talking only about officially registered ones. And which representatives of the feline are among the most beautiful and graceful? Instructions Step 1 The Burmese cat came to European countries from the far East
Felines are excellent hunters. They have their own tactics: first, the cat tries to be invisible, minimizing the distance to the target as much as possible, being invisible, and then suddenly runs out of cover. But this is too short a description, then it is worth considering the process of cat hunting in more detail
Owners of cats and cats often note that their pets sleep too much. They find it strange, they think their pet is sick, but the fact that cats sleep most of the day is not strange at all. Wondering why cats love to sleep? Indeed, cats sleep almost two-thirds of the day, and only the remaining third are awake
It has long been noticed that cats love valerian and catnip, which act like a drug on them. Cats may behave differently after sniffing catnip, but this behavior is most likely unusual. How does catnip affect cats? The plant Nepeta cataria, popularly called catnip, contains a substance called nepetalactone that attracts felines
Animals see the objects around them due to the fact that the light that passes into the eye irritates the retina. These irritations are transmitted along the fibers of the optic nerve directly to the brain, which translates them into an image
Cats don't see the world exactly the way humans see it. In low light conditions, felines can see their surroundings better than people. However, in good lighting conditions, the cat's eye distinguishes details much worse than the human eye. A cat's eyes are relatively close to each other, so each eye sees approximately the same picture
In summer, to save themselves from the heat, people put on lighter clothes and spend a lot of time near water bodies. It is much more difficult for our pets, and the owners must take care of the cats so that they can handle the heat more easily
Together with all family members, you have carefully considered and decided to get a cat: you have chosen the breed, color, sex, planned the lifestyle and future of the pet. Until the pet crosses the threshold of your home, you need to take care of the care items that are vital for the cat in advance
Kittens are notable for their special charm - they are playful, trusting and sociable. However, small pets need more than just affection. From the first days of life in a new house, the animal must be brought up, properly fed and taken care of
A lot of controversy is the question of washing domestic cats. Some people think that a cat needs to be washed every 2-3 months, others prefer not to do it at all. After all, cats are very clean animals and may well take care of themselves. Instructions Step 1 These animals do not smell, they are able to thoroughly lick and clean themselves
Animals prepare for the cold season in different ways. Someone makes supplies for the winter, someone warms up with winter fur, and some simply decide to sleep through a difficult time of the year. Including hedgehogs. Why do hedgehogs hibernate The hedgehog belongs to the order of insectivores
The stern bison is beautiful and mighty, striking in its size and power. Once upon a time, large herds of these animals roamed freely in the Caucasus Mountains, harming no one … Bison lived calmly, slowly moving from place to place, eating juicy grass
Probably, unattractive dogs simply do not exist, because for each owner his beloved dog is the most beautiful, intelligent and wonderful. The way it is. But there are dog breeds from which you cannot take your eyes off, they are so unusual and amazing
Today, walking with bare paws is fraught with not only a cut from a shard of glass for a dog, reagents on the roads corrode the skin of the pads with much more serious consequences. The delicate paws of decorative dogs are especially affected
The announcement "I'll give a dog for free …" often makes you forget about discretion. Especially when it comes to the breed that you have dreamed of for a long time. But do not rush to run and pick up the dog on the same day. It does not hurt to find out about all the pitfalls of such a free or at a very reduced purchase price, so as not to spend much more money later, but the main thing is not to lose a lot of nerves and moral strength
Having made a four-legged friend, you need to take care not only about caring for your pet, but also about its safety, in particular about safe walking. Among the ammunition necessary for a dog, a collar occupies an important place. You need to buy a collar for a dog before you start walking
More recently, the Scottish Shepherd can be found in every yard. Favorite kids, red and black shaggy long-faced dogs were rightfully considered the best family dog. But suddenly, literally overnight, they disappeared somewhere. And today it is not so easy to buy a collie puppy
During the life of a cat and a dog, funny adventures were replaced by one another. And, I must say, they did not always go smoothly for both sides. After all, the cat was not some kind of there, but of Siberian blood, and the bare-bellied puppy was a purebred representative of the Scottish aristocrats - the collie
A month has passed since that "black" day, when the threshold of the house where the cat lived was crossed by a red hairy creature, according to all documents belonging to the overseas breed of Scottish Shepherd Dogs. But the days of the first grinding are over
In living together with four-legged pets, upbringing occupies a considerable place. And even if you are not going to be on guard duty with your friend, teaching the dog commands will allow you to understand it better and make life much easier
Having got a dog, a person, in addition to a sea of positive and devoted friendship, also receives a considerable share of responsibility for a four-legged pet. In modern society, a dog should not cause inconvenience to others. To have a controlled friend, you need to teach your dog commands, the most important of which are call commands and directions
It is advisable to start training any pet at puppyhood. It was during this period that the foundations of the relationship with the dog were laid. You can teach the dog commands on your own, but at the first experience it is better to start work under the supervision of a dog handler
A dog is a friend of man. That seems to say it all. But how little three words are to express all that the devotion of a dog means to people. A dog plays different roles in human life, from a nanny of young toddlers and a weeping vest to a tireless companion and breadwinner on a hunt
The world of dog breeding is so huge and diverse that, while communicating on the same topic, people may not understand each other correctly. For example, such an expression among animal lovers - "a dog for himself", in the understanding of breeders and ordinary owners, may have a different meaning
Attending dog shows in a purely utilitarian sense is necessary to get a “drawdown” grade. However, if you wish, you can enter the ring even at puppyhood. Ordinary owners, not familiar with the intricacies of dog breeding, do not always understand what it is for and how to schedule dog shows
A dog show is a significant event in the life of a thoroughbred pet, it is after receiving a positive assessment from an expert that your pet will be able to fully participate in procreation. If you do not have contact with the breeder in order to properly prepare for the show, you will have to learn a lot about it
Often, owners of purebred dogs are confronted with the strange insistence of the breeder of their pet, who literally begs to bring the dog to the show. On this basis, conflicts even arise, perhaps the desire of the dog handler will be understandable if you know why you need to show the dog at the exhibition at all
Having a four-legged friend of a certain breed is the dream of many animal lovers. But not everyone can afford to buy a dog today. The price for a puppy sometimes makes you give up on your dream, but under some conditions you can even get a purebred dog for free