Comments (1)

By pet-admin, February 26, 2008 1:23 am

We got question from gail

1.5 year old shitzu is whimpering and last night acted very strange
running around and hiding under bed. He is usually very relaxed. He
doesnt seem to be in pain when I touch him anywhere? But definitely not
himself today, whimpering as if he is in pain??

anyone can help?

Comments (0)

By pet-admin, February 24, 2008 11:37 pm

Cherry Shrimp are quickly becoming the most popular invertebrate in the freshwater aquarium hobby. This dwarf shrimp displays an amazing bright red color, and are quite adapted to living in the home aquarium. The Cherry Shrimp is quite easy to breed and will do so prolifically if cared for properly.

Cherry Shrimp are rather undemanding when it comes to water parameters. Most home aquariums that are well established will be suitable homes. Cherry Shrimp require a pH between 6.5-8.0 a water temperature between 65-85 degrees F, and are undemanding when it comes to water hardness.

To induce breeding all that is needed is a well cared for male and well cared for female. The males are smaller and less colorful, while the females are larger and display deeper, more vivid coloring. The females once mature will also display a yellow “saddle” on the forward part of their upper back. This “saddle: is the yellow eggs maturing in the females ovaries.
Continue reading 'Breeding Cherry Shrimp'»

Comments (0)

By pet-admin, February 24, 2008 11:19 pm

Nothing is more frustrating than a pet with diarrhea or constant vomiting – I know, I have experienced these messy problems for one long month. I adopted two kittens from a large chain pet store. No more than 15 minutes into our journey home, adorable little Lulu had diarrhea. I thought it was related to the car ride, but after a few days of scooping wet, runny poop from both kittens I knew this was a health issue.

I took the kittens to the vet, and even though they may have been given shots, my vet suggested they were too young and not properly immunized. I told him about their diarrhea – they had very healthy appetites and were drinking water. My vet gave them their shots, prescribed medication and home we went.
Continue reading 'Cooking for Sick Pets'»