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How much do Maltese weigh?

The other two main breed standards currently in use for the Maltese are the UK Kennel Club standard and the FCI, a group based out of Belgium that is known in English as the World Canine Organization. As reported by DogWorld SA, the UK standard does not list any weight at all for the breed. The FCI, on the other hand, lists a higher show-quality weight than the American Standard, anywhere between 6.6 and 8.8 pounds.

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Why is a male deer called a buck and a male elk called a bull?

Buck refers to a male deer, and "buc" may have been used as a word for male goat. The word deer comes from the middle English word "der" according to American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language. Der referred to any member of the deer family, but around the year 1500, the word was narrowed down to what is now known as deer. Shakespeare used the word deer in one of his plays in 1605, so it is possible by that point the word meant the animal deer specifically rather than generally.\nWords tended to become more specific as time passed. Elk had a similar fate, as it is derived from a Proto..

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What is a male elephant called?

Elephants are social creatures who live in groups. The elephant family is headed by a cow; the lead cow is the oldest female. Female elephants tend to spend their lives in the same family. Bulls can join the family, but they do not stay for life; they can mingle with different families. During times of strife, such as the dry season, elephant families join other groups to form a clan.

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How long does it take mebendazole to work?

Mebendazole is a medication used to treat parasitic infections causes by pinworms, hookworm, roundworms and whipworms. To treat infections of hookworms, whipworms, or roundworms, patients take initially two doses daily for three days, notes MedicineNet. Each dose is a 100-milligram pill. In about 3 weeks time, this same dosage may be repeated.For a pinworm infection, the treatment involves taking one dose of this same pill for one day. The treatment is repeated again 2 weeks later, states Colombia Health. If, after these two treatments, the infection is still present, then the same treatment i..

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What are some good characteristics of a Bloodhound and Lab mix?

Labloodhounds are quite large, often over 100 pounds in weight. They have ears that hang down and extra loose skin, especially on their heads and necks. They have an excellent sense of smell. They may be difficult to train, and should not be allowed to run loose because they are likely to follow their noses and not be seen again. They may be black or brown in color.

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What are four ways to throw a birthday party for your dog?

Serve a liver cake or dog treat-flavored snow cones to dog guests while human guests eat typical party food. Games can include Frisbee, tug-of-war and catching a ball. Provide dogs with plenty of water, and give bags of dog treats as goody bags. Use sturdy, separate bowls to keep dogs from being aggressive.\nWhen hosting a dog birthday party, keep the number of dogs to a minimum to avoid conflict and confusion. Including no more than 10 dogs is a good rule of thumb. Send dog-shaped invitations, and ask guests about any dog dietary restrictions. Ask that small children who fear dogs remain at h..

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Is there an online symptom checker for cats?

Many symptoms in cats can point to multiple diagnoses. In order to be sure what is affecting the cat and plan a successful course of treatment, it's usually necessary to take the cat to a vet to receive a full check up. When visiting the veterinarian, be prepared to provide a full medical history of the cat in order to receive the most accurate diagnosis.

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What are the names of some famous horse riders?

John Whitaker is one of England's premier show jumpers and is known internationally for winning Olympic medals as well as European and World titles. Anky Vun Grunsven is a famous rider known for her dressage work and has also won several international championships. Paul Schockemohle is most famous for his show jumping work in the 1970s and 1980s.

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What do you do in the event of a bee sting?

An oral antihistamine can also alleviate itching and swelling, and an over-the-counter oral analgesic, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, can soothe any pain from the sting, notes WebMD. If the patient has not had a tetanus booster within the past 10 years, he should get one in the next few days.\nIf the patient incurs multiple bee stings, receives stings in the mouth or nose, has a known allergy to bee stings, or experiences wheezing, breathing difficulties or lowered blood pressure, he requires emergency medical treatment, according to MedicineNet. This may include the administration of epi..

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What is a sand wasp?

The wasps dig nests for their eggs in the ground of sandy areas, often along rivers. The females frequently stock the tunnels with the house flies or deer flies they catch; a single larvae may consume up to two dozen flies while developing. Though they are capable of stinging, sand wasps are not aggressive and generally only sting humans when disturbed.

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