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What is aphanizomenon flos-aquae?

According to WebMD, the uses for blue-green algae include reducing allergy symptoms, treating arsenic poisoning, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, twitching eyelids, fatigue, diabetes, hepatitis C, high cholesterol, malnutrition, menopausal symptoms, precancerous mouth sores, premenstrual syndrome, anxiety, depression, heart disease, wounds and digestion problems. In addition, it has been used as a dietary supplement for exercise performance, weight loss, dietary protein, vitamin B12 and iron.\nAccording to Wikipedia, aphanizomenon flos-aquae is a freshwater species of cyanobacteria. I..

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What is a good home remedy for dog ear mites?

Add a cup of oil to a bowl. Crush a couple of garlic cloves, and add them to the oil. Cover the bowl, and allow the cloves to marinate in the oil overnight. Strain the oil to remove the cloves. Place several drops of oil in the dog's ears. Massage the ears after application. Treat dogs with oil for a month to completely kill ear mites. Before using oil, flush out the ears with cooled green tea. Green tea is an antiseptic and helps get rid of mite debris.

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Why is my dog drinking a lot of water?

WebMD outlines the factors that can contribute to dehydration, which include heat, high activity levels during play, illness and infection. Physical signs of dehydration include lethargy, thick rope-like saliva, and dry gums and tongue. Dehydration can be life-threatening, so seek veterinary attention if you suspect serious dehydration. If your dog is not vomiting and you suspect dehydration, give your dog small amounts of water (a teaspoon for little dogs and 1-2 tablespoons for larger dogs) with a spoon every 10 minutes for a few hours.\nAccording to WebMD, illnesses that can cause excessive..

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Where can you find free audio of wild bird sounds?

ENature.com contains a large collection of nature sounds, including the calls and cries of 550 wild bird species found in North America. All audio on the site is free to visitors to listen to. Visitors who wish to use the audio for their own projects must negotiate a licensing agreement with eNature staff.\nThe Macaulay Library, based at Cornell University, has an even larger collection of nature sounds available, but any downloads must be ordered from the university. Simply listening to the audio tracks is free. The library covers almost 75 percent of all known bird species.

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How tall is a raptor dinosaur?

Velociraptor is believed to have had feathers, which were likely used in mating rituals or to regulate body temperature. A long skull with 26-28 serrated teeth allowed Velociraptor to catch nimble prey. Its curved claws were similar to talons, and Velociraptor's sickle-shaped retractable claw on each hind foot assisted in the capturing and killing of prey.

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What causes constipation in dogs?

A dog is constipated when it has difficulty having a bowel movement. Constipation is a common health concern among dog owners that appears as straining to pass stool, a mucus discharge when the pet tries to go or dry, hard stools that are often smaller than normal.A dog is considered constipated when it has not had a bowel movement in more than 2 days or if it strains to go. Dogs who suffer from constipation should see their vet.Other, less common causes for constipation include dehydration, a hernia, blocked anal glands or an enlarged prostate gland in male dogs. Pets who self-groom may suffe..

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What are some interesting monkey facts for kids?

Monkeys inhabit the jungles of Africa, Asia and South America. They are divided into two groups: Old World monkeys that live in Africa and Asia, and New World monkeys that live in South America. Howler monkeys are an example of New World monkeys found in Central and South America. A baboon is an example of an Old World monkey.\nMonkeys hunt and live in groups. Groups of monkeys are called troops, tribes or missions. Apes are not classified as monkeys.\nMonkeys share a lot of human characteristics. They can feel love, fear, compassion as well as anger or hate. They also hold hands as way of sho..

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What are some facts on toy Yorkie Poo dogs?

The yorkipoo is a toy breed and weighs between 5 and 12 pounds. Because of their small size, they are good pets for apartment living or for seniors with less active lifestyles but may not be suitable for families with small children. This type of dog has a pleasant temperament and is lively, energetic and good-natured. The yorkipoo is also known for being one of the few breeds of dog that are hypoallergenic.\nYorkipoos were originally bred in the United States to be trainable lap dogs. Because it inconsistently takes on various traits from both the Yorkshire terrier and the poodle, there has n..

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Is there a company that breeds cockapoo puppies in Scotland?

The puppies are sold at eight weeks and are kept in the breeder’s home from birth until then. They are left alone for the first two weeks after birth, then they are handled until they are sold to get them socialized. Glendream Kennel’s cockapoos are sold all over the United Kingdom to homes only. They are not exported or sold for the purpose of breeding.

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What phylum do birds belong to?

Chordata embryos all contain a notochord, some form of a hollow nerve cord, pharangeal slits and a postanal tail. Mammals, bony and cartilaginous fish, reptiles and amphibians are all considered Chordata.\nBirds are distinguishable from other Chordata by the presence of feathers; however, most bird species also have scaly feet, light bones for flying, and particularly good vision. Experts believe birds, rather than reptiles, are the descendants of dinosaurs.

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