By Marcus | Published:
July 22, 2009
Betta fish are being sold in large flower vases and sometimes with a live plant. There are quite a few good reasons why you shouldn’t put your betta in one. This article will take a look at some of these reasons.
Air
There’s a special organ on top of your bettas head. Called a labyrinth [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 22, 2009
When you decide to buy a betta, you’ll also need to think about where you’ll keep it. If you’re new to the whole process, there are a few things you should know about setting up betta fish tanks. Here are a couple of tips for setting up and buying tanks for betta fish.
Size
Size is [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 22, 2009
It’s possible for your betta to get sick even if he’s provided with the best care. It’s important that owners know symptoms of common illnesses that can affect their bettas. Keep reading to learn all about diagnosing a sick betta fish.
Behavior
Watching their behavior is a good way to tell if you have a sick [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 21, 2009
Where you decide to keep your betta is an important decision. Your options basically boil down to an aquarium or bowl. There are various advantages and disadvantages of using a bowl. Here’s a look at some of them.
Advantages
A bowl because it’s the cheapest option. The largest bowl will generally cost less than the least [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 21, 2009
Many betta owners want to breed their male and female. If you want to breed bettas, there are a few things you need to know beforehand. Here is everything you need to know about how to breed betta fish.
You need to condition the male and female before you introduce them. Two weeks before [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 21, 2009
Many bettas develop fin rot at some point. It is caused by a bacterial infection that causes fin tissue to rot away. You may be wondering what could cause your fish to develop this disease.
Causes
Bettas kept in unsanitary water are at risk of developing many different illnesses in betta fish. One of the main [...]
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By Marcus | Published:
July 20, 2009
New owners can easily cause their betta harm. Therefore, there are a few things you should know about feeding betta fish, especially if you don’t want a sick fish on your hands. Keep reading to learn all about how to feed betta fish.
Overeating
It’s important that you never overfeed bettas. This is especially [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 19, 2009
Importance of a proper diet for different species
Feeding fish a sensible diet that is appropriate to their species is absolutely crucial. Proper feeding maintains a healthy immune system, promotes growth and breeding, improves the appearance of fish and encourages activity. Various species of fish have need of different diets so it is important that you [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
It’s pretty common for dogs to experience a urinary tract infection. Males are affected less often than females. This is because females have a shorter urethra, so bacteria can invade more easily. Keep reading to learn all about urinary tract infections in canines.
Cause
Dogs develop urinary tract infections due to various strains of bacteria. [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
Various inflammatory skin diseases are collectively referred to as dermatitis. Your dog’s overall health can be affected by some of these conditions. Others just affect the look of the coat. Dogs can develop either atopic, contact, or moist dermatitis. Let’s take a look at some of them.
Moist
One of the first types of [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
Canine parvovirus is a highly infectious and deadly disease. The virus can be harbored in feces and infect your dog upon contact. Young puppies are typically the ones affected since older dogs have usually been vaccinated. So, what are some of the symptoms of this disease?
Symptoms
It normally takes about ten days for [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
All dogs that have hair will shed, but some breeds do so more than others. You will have to practice good grooming habits if you want to prevent dog shedding problems. This will help keep your carpet and furniture clean. This article will discuss things you can do to prevent shedding problems.
Brushing
One of the best [...]
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By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
Dogs have an invisible eyelid in the corners of their eyes. Cherry eye is a condition that develops when this eyelid swells and comes out of position. One or both eyes can be affected. So, what exactly causes this condition?
Cause
Many dogs develop this condition because of weak tissue connecting the eyelid to [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 17, 2009
Strokes rarely occur in canines. Strokes occur when enough blood doesn’t flow to the brain. Schemic and hemorrhagic are the two types of strokes that dogs can suffer. Schemic strokes occur when blood flow is impeded for some reason. The hemorrhagic variety occur when a blood vessel breaks.
Causes
Canine strokes can occur for [...]
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By Marcus | Published:
July 16, 2009
There are many different reasons why dogs cough. Some of them are minor, while others can be serious. Your dog can cough if he drinks water too fast, or he can cough due to lung or heart conditions. Allergies and parasites can also cause it. This article will take a look at [...]
Posted in Pets & Animals | Tagged coughing |
By Marcus | Published:
July 15, 2009
Dogs with the coronavirus are infected with a highly contagious virus. Dogs that come into contact with infected feces can develop the disease. Most dogs have a natural immunity to this virus. However, the disease can easily cause problems in puppies that are less than a year old. Many are able to [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 15, 2009
Brucellosis is a disease that affect your dog’s reproductive tract. It can lead to infertility. Also, the disease can cause infection of the sexual organs in male dogs and abortion in female dogs. Keep reading to learn all about brucellosis in dogs.
Transmission
Canine brucellosis is caused by a bacteria called Bruccella canis. [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 11, 2009
A virus that causes an upper respiratory infection is responsible for rhinotracheitis in cats. This virus is highly contagious, but usually only causes mild symptoms in mature cats. However, this disease can be fatal to kittens if they develop pneumonia in cats. This article will discuss rhinotracheitis in cats.
Transmission
As mentioned earlier, the virus that [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 11, 2009
Healthy cats should have bright, clear eyes. However, your cat can develop numerous eye problems. Some of these conditions include retinal atrophy, glaucoma, and conjunctivitis. This article will discuss some of the most common eye diseases.
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is one of the first common eye diseases in cats. This condition is characterized by [...]
By Marcus | Published:
July 10, 2009
Is your cat urinating outside its litter box? Are you fed up of cleaning cat urine off the carpet? Then you need to read on. I am going to let you in on why a cat starts urinating in the house in order for you to fix them.
Before we get into how to stop a [...]