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Eating Habits of Siberian Huskies: Unlike other dogs, Huskies keep an eye on the food intake and they are not greedy when it comes to food. A husky will not eat if he is not hungry even if he has access to food. However, a husky will eat more if he is exercising more. Diet Types There are three main types of diets that Siberian huskies are fed: raw food, commercial dog food including dry and wet varieties, or a combination of the two. Although feeding your husky commercial dry or wet food is less expensive, lasts longer and is easier to store, many husky parents have switched their dog's diet to include more nutritional and healthier raw foods like chicken, beef, lamb, fish, fruits (no grapes, prunes or raisins) and vegetables. If you choose to feed your husky both a processed and raw diet, do not feed him both at the same meal, as they digest differently. When To Feed A consistent feeding schedule is essential for your husky, especially around his exercise schedule. Never feed your husky right before exercising; wait at least two hours so he won't exercise with a full stomach. Do not feed your husky 30 minutes after exercising either, as this time allows his body to cool down. Feeding him too close to his exercise routines subjects him to gastric torsion, which is when a dog's stomach twists and bloats dangerously with gas. Food Boredom Eating the same meal every day can become boring for your husky. If he becomes bored with his meal, there are several things you can do to alter it, such as adding a little bit of cheese or adding a few slices of meat that he normally doesn't get to eat. It's never a good idea to completely change his meal, as this may create digestive issues or he may not like the meal and refuse to eat it. To change his meal completely, do so over a period of two weeks by altering the amounts of his normal food and the food you'd like to change his meal to. Overfeeding Siberian huskies were bred to be working dogs in harsh conditions where food was hard to come by. Huskies' bodies are more efficient at burning calories and using nutrients, and therefore they are used to eating less than other breeds of dogs. Huskies will only eat until they are full, unlike other breeds, such as Labrador retrievers, who will eat until they fall ill. Feed your adult husky about 60 percent of what the label on his food suggests for his weight. Feeding Puppies Puppies are big eaters by nature, and bulldogs are no exception. Until he's about 4 months old, your puppy should eat almost twice as much as an adult. Always defer to the portioning instructions on your food package, since the nutrition content changes from brand to brand. That in mind, though, a puppy under 4 months old should eat three to four cups of food per day, divided into four feedings. Between 4 and 6 months, cut back to three feedings for a total of two and a quarter to three cups of food per day. Amount And Frequency After six months, your dog should be on his adult feeding regimen: one and a half to two cups of food per day, divided into two meals. Bulldogs have a tendency to gorge themselves when free-fed, and eating too much too fast can make them sick. Unlike other dogs that can self-regulate their meals, then, bulldogs must be fed on a routine schedule to keep their digestion healthy and regular. Avoiding Obesity Monitoring your bulldog's weight begins when he is a puppy, because this short, stout breed is prone to joint and bone problems when overweight. Since bulldogs are naturally so pudgy and wrinkly, you may have difficulty eyeballing his weight. Instead, get hands-on—literally—to see if your dog has too much junk in the trunk. When your dog is standing, wrap your hands around his midsection with your thumbs on the spine and your fingers stretching out along his sides. If you can feel his ribs without squeezing too much, he's in good shape. If not, gradually restrict his diet and make your morning walks a little longer. Treats And Behavior Feeding your dog doesn't stop with what goes in his bowl. You have to monitor his treat intake, too, or else his health and behavior can both suffer. Never give your dog a treat without his earning it, or he won't be motivated when you try to train him. Instead, reward him with attention like playing together or going on a walk, both of which help him maintain a healthy weight. When you do give him treats in a training context, remember not to overfeed—always defer to the portioning instructions on the package. Thank you for watching

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The Pomeranian is a breed of dog of the Spitz type that is named for the Pomerania region in north-west Poland and north-east Germany in Central Europe. Classed as a toy dog breed because of its small size, the Pomeranian is descended from larger Spitz-type dogs, specifically the German Spitz.

As a dog owner, there will be a time when you need to learn how to trim a Pugs nails, especially, when they start getting too long. Most pet owners are scared to cut their nails because they think they are going to hurt them. At least that’s what I used to think when I first started clipping Mindy’s nails. However, after some practice and plenty of treats, I finally learned how to do it without causing her any pain. What Happens If My Pug’s Nails Are Too Long? Your dog’s nails shouldn’t be allowed to grow too long, otherwise, they can deal with painful feet when walking. Long toenails will cause push back into the nail bed whenever Fido walks on hard surfaces like hardwood floors, vinyl flooring, or any type of hard surfaces. This can cause excessive pressure on the toe joints and even cause the toe to twist abnormally to the side. This will result in sore toes that can eventually become arthritic if not trimmed properly. Once their nails become too long and sore, it will become harder to trim. Your Pug dog won’t want you touching their paws and may even end up screaming out in pain. to get them to stop. Can Lead to Skeletal Issues The long nails can cause your dog to walk irregularly for long periods of time, which will eventually lead to skeletal problems. If their nails have become too long, you may want to ask your vet or groomer for help. There’s a good possibility that you won’t be able to cut the nails all at once. You’ll need to trim them one day and then wait a week or so before you trim them again. Thank you for watching

Funny and cute Animal Foxes can be friendly and do not pose much of a threat to humans or house pets. While most foxes are solitary creatures and keep to themselves, others, such as urban foxes, have learned to live alongside humans. Foxes make a variety of sounds and also communicate using their tails and other methods. 1. FOXES ARE RELATED TO DOGS. Foxes are members of the Canidae family, which means they're related to wolves, jackals, and dogs. They're medium-sized, weighing anywhere between 2 and 24 pounds, with pointy faces, lithe frames, and bushy tails. 2. FOXES ARE SOLITARY. Unlike their relatives, foxes are not pack animals. When raising their young, they live in small families—called a “leash of foxes” or a “skulk of foxes”—in underground burrows. Otherwise, they hunt and sleep alone. 3. FOXES HAVE A LOT IN COMMON WITH CATS. Like a cat, the fox is most active after the sun goes down. It has vertically oriented pupils so it can see in dim light, and it hunts by stalking and pouncing on its prey. The fox also has sensitive cat-like whiskers and spines on its tongue. It walks on its toes, which accounts for its elegant, feline-like tread. The gray fox even has semi-retractable claws, making it the only member of the dog family that climbs trees. It has been known to sleep in the branches—just like a cat. 4. THERE ARE 12 TRUE FOXES—AND MANY RELATIVES. Although there are 37 animals called foxes, only 12 are considered “true foxes,” meaning they're from the genus Vulpes. Some of these include the red, Arctic, fennec, and kit foxes. True foxes have flattened skulls, triangular snouts, and fluffy tails, but it's common to be confused when seeing one in real life. Research found that while nature lovers can identify most North American mammals, they frequently mix foxes up with other canids, like coyotes. 5. THE RED FOX IS THE MOST COMMON FOX. Geographically, the red fox has the widest range of any of the 280 animals in the order Carnivora. While its natural habitat is a mixed landscape of scrub and woodland, its flexible diet allows it to adapt to many environments. As a result, its range is the entire Northern Hemisphere, from the Arctic Circle to North Africa to Central America to the Asiatic steppes. It's even in Australia, where it's considered an invasive species. 6. FOXES USE THE EARTH’S MAGNETIC FIELD. Like a guided missile, the fox harnesses the Earth's magnetic field to hunt. Other animals, like birds, sharks, and turtles, have this “magnetic sense,” but the fox is the first one we've discovered that uses it to catch prey. According to New Scientist, the fox can see the earth's magnetic field as a “ring of shadow” on its eyes that darkens as it moves toward magnetic north. When the shadow and the sound of prey lines up, it's time to pounce. Check out this video to see a fox in action. 7. FOXES ARE GOOD PARENTS. Fox pups are born blind and don't open their eyes until nine days after birth. During that time, they stay with the vixen (female) in the den while the dog (male) brings them food. They live with their parents until they're 7 months old. Vixens sometimes go to great lengths to protect their pups—once, in England, a fox pup was caught in a wire trap for two weeks but survived because its mother brought it food every day. 8. FOX PUP PLAY CAN GET VIOLENT. Foxes are known to play among themselves, as well as with other animals. But play also establishes social hierarchy, and it starts very young. Animal behaviorist Sandra Alvarez-Betancourt studied thousands of hours of footage taken with an infrared camera of pup activity in the den. She discovered that the struggle for dominance starts as soon as the pups can walk. The play can be brutal—and even fatal. One in five pups never make it out of the den. Thank you for watching

Sheep are a prey species, and their only defense is to flee. Sheep display an intensely gregarious social instinct that allows them to bond closely to other sheep and preferentially to related flock members. ... Separation from the flock can cause stress and panic. Sheep behavior Behavior is one's response to its surroundings and circumstances. A understanding of sheep behavior is essential to making the raising and handling of sheep less stressful for both the sheep and shepherd. It will also dismiss the notion that sheep are a stupid animal. Flocking behavior Sheep are best known for their strong flocking (herding) and following instinct. They will run from what frightens them and band together in large groups for protection. This is the only protection they have from predators. There is safety in numbers. It is harder for a predator to pick a sheep out of a group than to go after a few strays. Flocking instinct varies by breed, with the fine wool breeds being the most gregarious. It is this strong flocking instinct that allows one person to look after so many sheep. Follow the leader When one sheep moves, the rest will follow, even if it does not seem to be a good idea. The flocking and following instinct of sheep is so strong that it caused the death of 400 sheep in 2006 in eastern Turkey. The sheep plunged to their death after one of the sheep tried to cross a 15-meter deep ravine, and the rest of the flock followed. Even from birth, lambs learn to follow the older members of the flock. Ewes encourage their lambs to follow. The dominant members of the flock usually lead, followed by the submissive ones. If there is a ram in the flock, he usually leads. Social Sheep are very social animals. In a grazing situation, they need to see other sheep. In fact, ensuring that sheep always have visual contact with other sheep will prevent excess stress when moving, handling, or housing them. According to animal behaviorists, a group of five sheep is usually necessary for sheep to display their normal flocking behavior. A sheep will become highly-agitated if it is separated from the rest of the flock. In addition to serving as a protection mechanism against predators, this flocking and following instinct enables humans to care for large numbers of sheep. It makes sheep easier to move or drive and enables a guardian dog to provide protection for a large flock. Domestication and thousands of generations of human contact has further strengthened this trait in sheep. Domestication has also favored the non-aggressive, docile nature of sheep, making it easier for people, especially women and children, to care for sheep. Sheep were one of the earliest animals to be domesticated, and they have been thoroughly domesticated. It is doubtful they could survive in the wild, if a predator risk existed. Sheep Senses Senses are the tools that animals use to interact with their environment. Sheep and other animals share five basic senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. As a prey animal, sheep must have excellent senses to ensure their survival. Sight Sheep depend heavily upon their vision. Behavior scientists speculate that the placement and structure of the sheep's eyes are due to nature's designation of sheep as a prey animal. Sheep have a very large pupil that is somewhat rectangular in shape. The eyeball is placed more to the side of the head, which gives sheep a much wider field of vision. With only slight head movement, sheep are able to scan their surroundings. Their field of vision ranges from 191 to 306 degrees, depending upon the amount of wool on their face. On the other hand, sheep have poor depth perception (three dimensional vision), especially if they are moving with their heads up. This is why they will often stop to examine something more closely. Sheep have difficulty picking out small details, such as an open space created by a partially opened gate. They tend to avoid shadows and sharp contrasts between light and dark. They are reluctant to go where they can't see. For many years, it was believed that sheep and other livestock could not perceive color. But, it has since been proven that livestock possess the cones necessary for color vision. Research has shown that livestock can differentiate between colors, though their color perception is not equal to humans. Hearing Sheep have excellent hearing. They can amplify and pinpoint sound with their ears. In fact, sound arrives at each ear at a different time. Sheep are frightened by sudden loud noises, such as yelling or barking. In response to loud noises and other unnatural sounds, sheep become nervous and more difficult to handle. This is due to the release of stress-related hormones. To minimize stress, the handler should speak in a quiet, calm voice. Sheep should not be worked in the presence of barking dogs. Smell Sheep have an excellent sense of smell. Their olfactory system is more highly developed than humans. Sheep know what predators smell like. Smell helps rams locate ewes in heat. It helps ewes locate their lambs. Sheep use the sense of smell to locate water and detect differences in feed and pasture plants. Sheep are more likely to move into the wind than with the wind, so they can use their sense of smell. Touch Since most of their body is covered with wool or coarse hair, only the sheep's lips and mouth (and maybe ears) lend themselves well to feeling behavior. This is why electric wires on a fence need to be placed at nose height of the sheep. The sense of touch is important in the interaction between animals. Lambs seek bodily contact with their mothers. Ewes respond to this touching behavior in many ways (e.g. milk letdown). Groups of animals that have body contact remain calmer. Taste Sheep have the ability to differentiate feedstuffs and taste may play a role in this behavior. There is no evidence to suggest that sheep can balance their own ration when provided with a variety of feedstuffs; however, they may be able to seek out plants that make them feel better. Normal sheep behavior Changes in normal behavior can be an early sign of illness in sheep. The most obvious example of this relates to the sheep's most natural behavioral instinct, their flocking instinct. A sheep or lamb that is isolated from the rest of the flock is likely showing early signs of illness (unless it is lost). Even the last sheep through the gate should be suspected of not feeling well, especially if it is usually one of the first. Appetite Appetite is another strong indicator of health. Healthy sheep display normal eating and cud-chewing behavior. They will chew their cuds for several hours each day. Healthy sheep are eager to eat. They are almost always hungry. They will overeat, if we let them. Sheep bleat in anticipation of being fed and will rapidly approach the feeding area. Lack of appetite is probably the most common symptom exhibited by a sick sheep. At the same time, food is an excellent motivator. Next to a good herding dog, a bucket of grain is usually the best way to gather and move sheep. Supplemental feeding tends to make sheep friendlier and less intimidated by people. Sheep spend about fifteen percent of their time sleeping, but may lie down and rest at other times. Upon rising, they often defecate and stretch. A sheep that is reluctant to get up is probably in pain. A sheep takes a long time to lay down is probably in pain. A sheep that cannot relax is under stress. Teeth grinding is another common sign of pain in sheep. Playful lambs Healthy lambs nurse frequently, one to two times per hour during the first few weeks. A lamb that bleats all the time is probably hungry and not getting enough to eat. A healthy lamb usually stretches when it rises. Conversely, an unhealthy or hungry lambs often stands scrunched up. Healthy lambs sleep 8 to 12 hours per day. At nap time, they seek out their mothers and will sleep as close to her as possible. Healthy lambs are usually very active. Group play is very common. Lambs love to climb. They are naturally curious of their surroundings. This curiosity can lead to barn yard accidents, if there are risks present. As lambs get older, they spend less time with their mothers and more with their peers. They spend more time foraging for food. Play wanes after about four months. Watch out for rams While sheep are generally docile, non-aggressive creatures, this is not necessarily the case with rams (intact males), especially during the breeding season (rut). Rams can be very aggressive and have been known to cause serious injuries, even death, to people. A ram should never be trusted, even if it is friendly or was raised as a pet. It is important to always know where the ram is and to never turn your back on him. Children and elderly should have restricted access to rams, especially during the breeding season. Head butting is both a natural and learned behavior in sheep. Classic head butting among rams is highest during the rutting season which precedes the onset of heat in ewes. It is a way for rams to get into physical shape for the breeding season and to establish (or re-establish) the dominance hierarchy. To discourage butting, you should avoid petting or scratching a ram on the head. Otherwise, the ram may see this as a challenge or aggressive behavior. In general, the ram sees you as part of the flock and wants to dominate you. While there are some strategies for dealing with aggressive rams, culling is usually the best option. Aggressive rams should be harvested for meat, not sold to other sheep producers. Rams, especially ones with horns, should not be kept as pets. The only time ewes may exhibit agressive behavior is after lambing -- to protect their young.

So, why does my husky bark at night? Possible reasons are that it needs to get more exercise, you might have inadvertently rewarded the behavior, something might be scaring it, a problem with its diet or separation anxiety. Howling is a common trait within the Siberian Husky breed, but there are a variety of reasons why each individual husky may howl. Sometimes, howling may be due to anxiety, or it can be a way to express happiness. Other times, it may seem like your Husky is howling simply because they can. In this article, we will explore all the reasons that your husky may be howling, as well as how to get your husky to stop howling (or even how to try and get them to howl, if you’ve lucked out and have a quieter dog). Why Do Huskies Howl? Siberian Huskies are a breed that is thought to be closely related to the dog’s common ancestor with the wolf, so it makes sense that they share this trait with wolves yet today. Why Do Huskies Howl? Siberian Huskies are a breed that is thought to be closely related to the dog’s common ancestor with the wolf, so it makes sense that they share this trait with wolves yet today. 1. Howls can be heard over a long distance. When the ancestor of wolves and dogs was still a wild animal, howling was necessary in order to communicate with their pack over a long distance. Unlike barking, a howl will last longer, takes less effort, and can be heard from further away. Howling is also less likely to echo than a bark, and the howl can be heard more easily through the wind. Because the howl works much better for communication in the wild than barking, wolves and their ancestors developed a strong instinct to howl because it helped to keep them safe. 2. It’s an instinctual response to high-pitched sounds. This ancestral trait is not only an instinctual sound, but it sometimes happens as an instinctual response When Huskies hear other dogs howling, a siren, a baby crying, or another high-pitched sound, they often howl in response. It’s thought that their ancestors would use howling to signal that they were lost or in distress, and when the group howled back, the lost member of the pack could more easily find the group. This is likely a leftover instinctual trait, from when the ancestors of your Husky would howl in response to each other in order to find the pack. 3. Howling is a method of communication. Whether your Husky is communicating that they are anxious, sense a threat, or simply that they are happy, howling is a method of communication. Thank you for watching

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Cat jumped at the Television when husky calmly watching While some cats are not bothered by the small screen, others will watch intently, particularly programmes featuring other animals. Some studies have indicated that cats are able to identify imagery on TV, as we know that they can distinguish between outlines, patterns and textures

Gorillas: 10 Reasons to Visit Human’s Closest Cousin, To visit gorillas in the wild is to wind back the clock of human evolution—to look into the mirror, and magically see a 10 million-year-old version of you staring right back. Their DNA is about 98% similar to our own, making gorilla treks unlike any other animal safari: It’s more like a family reunion, an awe-inspiring glimpse into the behavior of one of our closest relatives. Gorillas—the largest living primate—are broadly divided into mountain and lowland. For travelers who want to see mountain gorillas, of which only around 900 still exist, we recommend Rwanda and Uganda. For an off-the-beaten path encounter with western lowland gorillas, head to the Odzala-Kokoua and Nouabale-Ndoki national parks in the Republic of Congo. Still uncertain if this trip is right for you? Here are 10 reasons why this is one family reunion you won’t want to miss. Gorillas are almost human. Other than chimpanzees and bonobos, no other animal on the planet shares so much DNA with humans. We branched off from gorillas about six to 10 million years ago, and our closeness is evident in uncannily humanlike traits. Gorillas chuckle, and get sad, and are highly susceptible to human diseases, which also means that you will not be allowed to go on the gorilla trek if you display any symptoms of a cold or the flu. Gorillas are not all the same. Mountain gorillas, restricted to the lush volcanic slopes of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, tend to have much longer and shaggier hair, stockier bodies, and shorter arms than their lowland relatives. Gorillas send smell signals. Silverbacks—dominant males—use body odor as a form of communication, “yelling” at rival males by emitting scents in order to maintain territory, suppress others’ mood and performance, intimidate rivals, and advertise status. Gorillas are critically endangered. While mountain gorillas have been holding on in their protected areas despite human encroachment and violence, lowland gorilla populations are suffering dramatically from illegal hunting of their meat and body parts, diseases such as Ebola, and habitat loss due to industrial agriculture. By 2070, the western lowland gorilla population—numbering around 100,000 today—is predicted to decline by more than 80%. Responsible tourism, which is what we practice, is one way to save gorillas in the wild: The money used to pay for permits and fun local guides, security guards, and park wardens—some of whom are former poachers who found a better way to make a living—as well cover medical services, including monitoring and treating the gorillas for injuries and illness, is helping to ensure their survival and longevity. Gorilla trekking also provides jobs for many other people in the community, not just guides and guards. Gorillas don’t all just eat bananas. Mountain gorillas are foliovores. They feed mainly on high protein, low fiber leaves, stems, shoots, flowers, bark and even little fruit. Lowland gorillas have a more diverse diet, consisting of many different types of fruit as well as termites and ants. Gorillas need their space. In order to limit stress and impact on the animals, and also potential disease transfer, viewing wild gorillas involves some important guidelines. You must stay at least 23 feet away from gorillas, and don’t eat, drink, or smoke. Don’t use flash photography, or cell phones. Speak in a soft voice, and avoid antagonizing the gorillas in any way, either by pointing, making sudden gestures or movements or loud noises. To help conserve these magnificent animals—and make a better viewing experience for you—there are also strict limits on the number of trekkers allowed to visit any one family, ranging from four to 12 people, depending on the location. Visits are usually limited to an hour. Gorillas are super social. Their name comes from the Greek Gorillai, a tribe of hairy women mentioned in an account of a voyage around Africa—and indeed, except for males roaming alone, gorillas generally live in large family groups of around 20, consisting of one adult male and multiple adult females (and their offspring). That male-female bond forms the core of social groups and is reinforced by grooming and close proximity: males offer such services as protection against predators, protection against infanticide by other males, and mating opportunities. Females typically emigrate from the groups into which they’re born to avoid inbreeding. Gorillas build nests. Using branches and leaves, all gorillas over age 3 make both day nests for resting and night nests for sleep, with adult males usually nesting on the ground, and females sometimes nesting in trees. Juveniles are more apt to nest in trees (kids, right?). Gorillas are mostly teenage-proof. If you’ve got your learner’s permit or driver’s license, you’re golden. Otherwise, children under age 15 are not allowed on gorilla treks. Generally, people under age 15 are more likely to spread infectious diseases to these sensitive giants, and also more likely to run away frightened when faced with potential aggressive behavior, rather than humbling themselves as you’re meant to. Gorillas have fingerprints. Just like us. They also have unique nose prints. We don’t, so they win the individuality award. Thank you for watching

Funny Doggy playing on the snow slide with his boss How long is it safe for my dog to play in the snow? Short-haired breeds and small dogs shouldn’t play in the snow for a prolonged period without wearing gear to keep them warm. They’re losing body heat much faster than breeds that have their own built-in winter coats. If you’re wondering, ‘Does my dog need a coat in the snow?’ and you have a short-haired breed, small dog or older dog, chances are that you should putcold-weather gear like a coat or sweater on them before going on a walk or playing outside. If you need a heavy coat, gloves, hat and a scarf to go outside, chances are, your dog needs an extra layer. Overall, you should probably limit the time your dog plays in the snow to about 30 minutes but be on the lookout for signs of discomfort like shivering or staying by you and seem like they want to go home. Can my dog get frostbite? Yes, if your dog is outside for a prolonged period in freezing temperatures—and particularly if they get wet—your dog can get frostbite, especially on an exposed belly, paws or his skin. Frostbite is dangerous for dogs and they can lose limbs due to this dangerous skin condition. Some signs of frostbite in dogs are cold skin that’s discolored with a bluish-white hue or joint stiffness and clumsiness. You might want to put dog boots and socks on your pup if they’ll let you to protect their paws so they can spend more time playing in the snow. In general, it may be easiest to make the transition by starting with baby socks or dog socks to get them used to the feeling of something on their paws.

My Doggy is going to Ride in motorcycles Most people do not think about dogs when I mention motorcycles. However, in the area where I live, there are only a few cars. And, those who do not ride horses almost always have bikes. Most of them are small, at least compared to the motorcycles in the U.S. and Europe, and the majority of them have a milk basket tied on the back luggage rack to carry dogs when out hunting, when driving cattle, or when heading into town to see the vet. If you have the right breed, and you go about it correctly, having your dog ride in your motorcycle with you can work. In fact, it is a lot of fun. But, what kind of dog should you look for if you want a riding companion? Types of Dogs That Do Well Riding Motorcycles Small breed Calm Easy to socialize Easy to train Do Dogs Enjoy Motorcycle Rides? No matter how carefully you choose your puppy, and how slowly you introduce him to your motorcycle, you will find that there are dogs out there that do not want to ride. I mainly use my motorcycle for driving on the beach when I want to go to the northern part of the island, and when I have tried to give my Pitbull a ride, she does not like it. She will run alongside, but even when tired, will not accept a ride. (I will stop after a while and let her rest. Maybe she has already figured me out, and knows that I am not going to abandon her at home or drive away and leave her). If we were going on an all-day ride, and I added a sidecar to make her ride more stable, I think she would learn to accept the bike. When we get to the northernmost part of the beach, my Pitbull still has the energy to run home, but my Schnauzer is happy to jump on the bike for the ride home. The Best Dog Breeds for Bikers Bichon Shih Tzu Pug Cavalier Havanese Maltese Yorkie

The Husky is an even-tempered dog, friendly as can be. They’re known to make awful guard dogs due to their outgoing nature, and few have ever met a stranger they didn’t like. Most are not overly hyperactive, having a very mellow and kind personality. They’re even quite cuddly with their humans, a pack-mentality driving them to stick close to their family. Due to their intelligence, Huskies can get rambunctious if not given an outlet for their energy. Be careful, they can get destructive if bored! This can manifest in the form of a disappearing act. Huskies are escape artists and will find ways to burrow out of their confinement if not properly exercised. They’re proficient diggers and will quickly escape, so make sure they stay active with you! Training Huskies are pack dogs, so there are some ground rules to training them. The main one is that you must establish yourself as the alpha dog early. They need to remember while they’ve been adopted into a family that you’re still the boss! A steady, patient training is going to be necessary to bring them into line and starting this young will be important. They respond to a variety of different training styles, but consistency and firmness are key. Whether merely training to commands or using a crate, they’ll listen if you stick with it. It’s recommended to work with at least 15 minutes of obedience training per day when they’re puppies so that your rules stick. Because of their stubborn nature, it remains important to stick to all the rules that you lay down for your furry friend. Huskies, like other sharp-as-a-tack breeds, tend to have selective hearing and will treat rules as flexible if not strictly adhered to. Your companion will be loyal, obedient, and happy as long as you hang on tight and stick to your rules. Lay them down, teach them with patience, and remember to be consistent! Do this and you’ll have a happy pupper that will listen to direction. Single people with active lifestyles and couples with kids old enough to keep up with a large dog are going to love the Husky! These are dogs bred for hard work and focus, so having people to play with and train with are going to make them quite happy. Huskies also enjoy wide-open spaces, so a backyard or rural homestead are highly recommended. Their thick fur is specifically for cooler environments, so working them too hard in the heat will make for a frustrated pup! Huskies were bred to work in the Arctic temperatures, and are genetically predisposed to enjoy the cold. Be sure to keep their living spaces cooler and more comfortable, perhaps even providing a gel-cooled dog bed for them to rest on. Keep in mind that these puppers are howlers, with a wail that can be heard for miles away! Remember that not every dog can be an apartment-dweller, and the Husky might not be right if that’s where you lay your head.

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Getting Kids Interested in Birds and Nature It’s easy to imagine that going for a bird walk would not appeal to screen-obsessed young people, but that isn’t necessarily true. It can be easy —and a whole lot of fun—to engage them in learning about birds and the natural world. Connecting them with the outdoors has many health benefits and helps them learn the importance of looking after our planet. Whether you have bird boxes or feeders set up near a window or not, watching bird feeder cams is a great way to get up close to birds. The Cornell Lab has many bird feeder cams set up across the US; their Sapsucker Woods FeederWatch cam (in New York State) is a fun one to start with. Bird Sleuth lessons are free lesson plans for grades K through 12 which can easily be incorporated into a classroom. In addition to science lesson plans for each grade level, there are educator guides and downloadable worksheets and activities. This is truly a wealth of resources for anyone to use, not just teachers. The Feathered Friends: Bird of the Month resources introduce a variety of species to students while extending their learning about bird ecology and behavior. Games and online activities such as Beast Box and Bird Song Hero are highly engaging, electronic learning opportunities in which users are invited to interact with various components of bird songs. For more ideas on bird-related games, read this review by one of our Talkin’ Birds Ambassadors about four more options. National Audubon has a website full of activities for kids in English and Spanish. Check out Audubon Para Ninos for more Encourage kids to write, whether they’re indoors or out. This activity can easily be adapted to whatever mode of writing they’re studying in school. Some ideas: A description of a bird they’ve seen in the wild or in the zoo; A report on their first bird watching experiences; A nature journal, observing a bird or place in a natural environment; A persuasive writing piece on what their favorite bird is and why; An article assimilating their learning about birds; or An imaginative story about a bird or someone looking for birds. Fill kids’ book collections with books about birds and nature. Give them books you loved as a kid, or check out some of the books from our Book Nest segment, reviewed by children’s author Susan Edwards Richmond. Recommended by kindergarten teacher and Talkin’ Birds Ambassador Christie Wyman, Every Day Birds by Amy Ludwig van DerWater has lovely pictures and a delightful poem about commonly-seen North American birds. For kids aged 2-5, our friend Christa LeGrande-Rolls from Birding Tools recommends the books National Geographic Kids: Little Kids First Big Book of Birds and National Geographic Kids Look & Learn: Birds. A fabulous book to read with young people about birds and conservation is Wildwings by Gill Lewis, which is about the discovery of an Osprey in Scotland and its migration over the course of a year. (A short review of the book can be found here.) #kittens #animals #behaviour #beautiful#training #doggy #pets #doggy #dogs

Cat play and toys incorporates predatory games of "play aggression." Cats' behaviors when playing are similar to hunting behaviors. These activities allow kittens and younger cats to grow and acquire cognitive and motor skills, and to socialize with other cats. Cat play behavior can be either solitary or social. #cats #kittens #animals #behaviour #beautiful#training #doggy #pets #doggy

Calling all self-proclaimed cat people! The Internet can be a fantastic resource to find information about cats written by feline experts. While scientific journals and other medical articles provide a great deal of advice and guidance about your cat, blogs written by cat owners offer both humorous and emotional stories and experiences that bring cat owners from around the world together. This article goes over a list of the top 10 cat blogs that all cat lovers should read. Let’s dig in! One of our top choices for a cat blog is The Catnip Times. This blog was launched by Lauren Mieli in 2012. An avid cat lover, Mieli created this blog initially to examine marketing trends related to cats; however, The Catnip Times developed into a site about cat lifestyle and advocacy. This blog covers a wide array of topics, such as cat behavior, care tips, and even lists advocacy resources focusing on adoption, cat food recall updates, and a list of causes the blog creators support. This blog also reviews cat products and accessories if you are looking for cat scratchers, litter boxes, or cat trees to buy for your favorite feline. The Tuxedo Cat is a very popular cat blog in both the UK and in the USA. The blog is run by Whisky the cat; however, due to Whisky not having opposable thumbs, she has a small handful of human writers that take care of the articles on the blog. The blogs cover a wide range of topics to learn from: behavior, cat breeds, health and nutrition, training, and other helpful information to better your cat’s life. Since this blog focuses on tuxedo cats, they have a wonderful photo gallery of tuxedo cats from cat owners submitted via their Facebook page. Tuxedo cats unite! Thank you

Cats are pretty well adapted for cold weather, but when the temperature dips below freezing they are susceptible to hypothermia and frostbite. During periods of cold weather, cats will go looking for a warm place to hunker down. Do Cats Get Cold? How to Keep Your Cat Warm This Winter Though cats are pretty adaptable animals, they can be susceptible to dangerous health conditions like hypothermia and frostbite if exposed to temps that dip too low. Winter is here and with temperatures dropping, many cat owners are wondering how cold is too cold for their cats to stay comfortable and toasty warm. Whether you have an indoor cat who loves to snuggle or an outdoor cat who is unafraid of chasing prey through the snow, it’s important to know what to do to protect your cat from the cold temps. Daily Paws HOME CATS & KITTENS CAT SAFETY TIPS & ADVICE Pet Parent Playbook Do Cats Get Cold? How to Keep Your Cat Warm This Winter Though cats are pretty adaptable animals, they can be susceptible to dangerous health conditions like hypothermia and frostbite if exposed to temps that dip too low. December 10, 2020 Winter is here and with temperatures dropping, many cat owners are wondering how cold is too cold for their cats to stay comfortable and toasty warm. Whether you have an indoor cat who loves to snuggle or an outdoor cat who is unafraid of chasing prey through the snow, it’s important to know what to do to protect your cat from the cold temps. Daily Paws spoke with veterinarians who revealed warning signs to look out for, the temperature at which most cats get cold (hint: It’s more complicated than you think), and tricks for keeping your cat warm both indoors and out. Do Cats Get Cold Easily? “Most cats handle cold temperatures very well. Cats who are used to spending a lot of time outdoors know when it’s time to come back in,” says Michael Arpino, DVM at Veterinary Wellness Center of Boerum Hill in Brooklyn, N.Y. That said, you should not leave your outdoor cat in the cold overnight, especially in extreme temperatures. “We definitely wouldn’t advise leaving them outside all night without available shelter from the environment and predators. #cats #kittens #animals #behaviour#beautiful #dogs#puppy#pets

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