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What should I feed my pit bull puppy?

Because they are large-breed dogs, pit bulls need to have carefully balanced diets so that skeletal diseases do not result. High levels of quality protein ensure that pit bull puppies grow strong bones and develop a robust immune system, while smallish amounts of fat keep pups from growing too fast and developing skeletal abnormalities. Pit bulls, like all dogs, do not easily digest carbohydrates, so it is best to keep the intake of this portion of the diet to a minimum.

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What are the mating habits of angler fish?

Angler fish inhabit the ocean's midnight zone at depths of 3,000 feet. Little to no light penetrates this deep into the ocean. Many animals in this habitat, including angler fish, produce bioluminescence. Female angler fish have a bulbous, luminescent antenna that attracts prey. The enormous jaws and stomach of a female angler fish allow her to swallow prey nearly twice her size.\nThe male angler fish is much smaller than the female. Upon reaching maturity, his digestive system degenerates and he finds a female upon which to attach. His skin, jaws and eyes dissolve and fuse to the female ..

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How do you describe lions?

Most prides have a territory that boast approximately 100 square miles. Within the territory, lionesses are responsible for hunting down prey, which include wildebeests, antelopes, zebras and other large animals.

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What is being done to save the eastern cougar?

Once ranging over 21 states, reported sightings of the eastern cougar subspecies since the 1930s turned out to be either South American subspecies released or escaped from captivity, or wild western cougars that had migrated to the Midwest. An extensive 2011 review conducted by the USFWS concluded that none of the states native to the eastern cougar believed it existed and that the cougar most likely has been extinct since the 1930s. The last known eastern cougar was trapped in Maine in 1938. The large cat was driven to extinction by hunting because the cougar was a threat to livestock and ani..

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Can dogs have popcorn?

Popcorn on its own is a simple grain, and poses no threat to a dog's overall health. It is the butter, oils and seasonings that are commonly added to popcorn that have the potential to cause harm. Excessive consumption of oils and fats is linked to declining heart health in dogs. It also leads to unhealthy weight gain. It is important to note that even plain, oil-free popcorn can lead to weight gain in dogs if too much is eaten. A few kernels on occasion is the safest amount to avoid any health concerns. Also keep in mind that unpopped kernels are extremely hard. If fed to a dog, kernels ..

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Are whales mammals?

Like all other mammals, whales give birth to live young and feed them with self-produced milk. They are warm-blooded, producing their own heat from consumed food. Some hair usually grows around whales' blowholes, but the rest of their bodies is typically smooth skin. Beneath a whale's skin resides a layer of fat called blubber that acts as an energy reserve and as insulation. Unlike fish, whales do not have gills; instead, they have lungs. They must surface occasionally to inhale through their blowholes.

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How long do puppies need mothers milk?

If a puppy is rejected by or loses its mother, it can be hand nursed using a commercially-made, canine milk replacement formula. Using cow's milk or another type of milk replacement is not recommended, as it can cause diarrhea. A veterinarian should be consulted to learn the proper technique for bottle-feeding puppies, and they should be fed every few hours for the first several weeks.\nA puppy being properly fed should gain approximately 10 to 15 percent of its birth weight daily. During the first several weeks, it is common for a puppy to double or triple its birth weight. A puppy that ..

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What are some of the most intelligent animals?

The octopus is often an underrated sea creature. It is able to communicate using colors and patterns and can mimic others. Octopus are also able to learn navigational abilities. Elephants are very social animals, in addition to being loving and compassionate.\nAnts are among the most intelligent insects. They can remember tricky routes on their long journeys and are very altruistic. Dolphins are creative, know how to protect themselves near sharp rocks and have intelligent interactions with humans.

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What are some ways to tell how old a dog is?

At 4 weeks, a puppy will have what are called "milk teeth" that will start pushing up through the gums. At 5 months, a puppy will start to get its permanent canine teeth. Between 5 and 7 months, the puppy will get all of the rest of its permanent teeth. Starting at age 1, the dog will get ridges and grooves on the four front incisor teeth. At age 3 or 4, the ridges of the dog's teeth will be rubbed down almost halfway, and by 7 years, the ridges of the dog's teeth will be completely smooth.For owners, it can be difficult to ascertain how old a puppy or adult dog is based on its teeth..

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How do lobsters breathe?

Water enters the lobster’s body through openings on the underside of its body. The water is forced through the branchial chambers by a structure called the gill baler, or bailer. The current of water, which normally flows towards the lobster’s head, can be reversed to clear debris out of the gills and branchial chambers. The flow of water also carries away urine, which contains biochemical signals about the individual’s gender, reproductive state and molting stage.\nThe gills of the lobster are very sensitive to environmental diseases, such as excretory calcinosis, which causes minerals ..

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