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What do you do if your animal has been poisoned?

If you know what the pet has ingested, save a sample of the material along with any packaging. With the package in hand, call your veterinarian or poison control hotline at once. Don't wait to see if the pet gets sick; its chances of survival are greater if it receives prompt emergency care. The doctor or poison control agent can instruct you on what measures to take based on the poison involved, Pet Poison Helpline explains.\nIn 2014, the most frequently reported cause of poisoning in dogs was chocolate, states Pet Poison Helpline. Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine, which cause..

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What is a merle Chihuahua?

In Chihuahuas, merle is strongly associated with a host of health problems. It is linked to deafness and abnormalities of the eye, skull and reproductive system. Several countries, including all 83 countries that use the FCI European standards, ban merle Chihuahuas from being registered in an effort to prevent further breeding. As of 2014, the American Kennel Club accepts any coat or pattern in show-quality Chihuahuas, including merle.

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Can owls turn their heads 360 degrees?

Owls have fixed eye sockets, which means they can’t move their eyeballs. In order to see their surroundings, they instead rotate their heads up to 270 degrees in either direction. Owls do not have two pivot sockets in their neck like humans do. Since they only have one neck socket and small bones that make up the neck and spine, they are able to move their heads in such a wide range of motion to compensate for this lack.

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What is the difference between rock lobster and Maine lobster?

Lobsters live in the waters along coasts because they prefer shallow water. Once they grow in size, they may venture out towards deeper water, but even then, most lobsters will stay within a 10 to 15 mile radius of the coast. The growth process for lobsters takes approximately 5 to 7 years. Lobsters must molt around 20 times throughout these years in order to expand their shells and grow. There is a taste difference in newer versus older lobsters. The newer lobsters tend to have a sweet and tender taste that some people prefer.The North American lobster will mate as soon as the female as molte..

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How much does a whale eat in a day?

Blue whales have no teeth. They filter their food out of the water using long, thin plates of keratin known as baleen plates. Blue whales eat krill and copepods, which are very small crustaceans. The dwarf sperm whale feeds on much larger prey, including the giant squid, the colossal squid, octopuses and some fish. It may also take in other prey accidentally when feeding. Dwarf sperm whales hunt their prey using echolocation.

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What are snowshoe Siamese kittens?

Snowshoe cats get their name from their white "boots" that make the paws look as if they have been dipped in snow. Snowshoes are medium-sized cats that are muscular and athletic. They have bright blue eyes and are extremely intelligent, also being noted for their friendly and affectionate personalities. The voice of a Snowshoe Siamese is much softer than that of a regular Siamese.

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What do squirrels hate?

Sprinkle hot pepper flakes, white or black pepper, hot sauce, chili powder or garlic amid plants and in other areas to repel squirrels. Hot pepper products also work well for deterring squirrels away from bird feeders, because the birds are not sensitive to the capsaicin.\nTo deter squirrels with cider vinegar, place apple cider vinegar-soaked cloths around the area. Mothballs are particularly useful for deterring squirrels away from inside the home. Various stores sell squirrel deterrents that produce a scent similar to the urine of squirrel predators. For appropriate outdoor areas, planting ..

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What is the difference between an ox and a cow?

A cow and an ox are both the same species of animal, but may be different breeds. Primarily, cows are kept for food and reproduction, while oxen are trained for use as work animals. There are many other differences between them.The cowCows are female cattle that are over 2.5 years of age or have had at least one calf. Before meeting these requirements, they are called "heifers." These animals are kept for their milk and meat, but may also be used as work animals. However, their primary purpose is for food. Cows tend to be smaller than working oxen. The most popular breed of dairy cow in the Un..

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Do giraffes ever lie down?

Giraffes lie down by folding their legs under their bodies. When they lie down, they often keep their necks and heads erect. Sometimes they continue browsing and ruminating while in this position.\nThis period of rest never lasts for more than 5 minutes as giraffes have many predators throughout the African habitats, including large cats. Giraffes that travel in groups take turns allowing some members to rest while others keep a watch out for predators.

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Why do dogs rub their behinds on carpet?

Anal sac problems including inflammation, blockage and abscesses can be painful to the dog and cause it to scoot on its bottom to try to alleviate its discomfort. The dog may also chew or lick the area, and the area may become swollen. A vet can express the sacs or give antibiotics to treat an infection in the anal sacs. Hot compresses may also help.\nWhen feces becomes matted around the dog's bottom, it is known as fecal contamination, which can be very uncomfortable for the dog. The dog scoots on its bottom to try to free the area of feces. If this is the case, trimming the dirty hair a..

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