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What is the Migratory Bird Treaty Act?

It's possible to obtain permits from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to participate in activities otherwise prohibited by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918, including taxidermy and falconry. The FWS also issues permits to people who use protected birds for educational purposes or scientific research. An airport may obtain a permit to eliminate geese near the facility for safety reasons.\nThe FWS made several revisions to the original 1918 version of the Act in 2006, including adding 152 protected species, eliminating 12 species and updating the scientific names of several species. ..

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Do elephants cry?

Some animal behaviorists contend that tears in animals are hard-wired responses to loss of comfort and not the result of emotions as humans know them. Others contend that despite the lack of scientific certainty, there is solid research that suggests that elephants and other animals do enjoy rich emotional lives, experiencing empathy, joy and grief.

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How do vets treat dogs with hip dysplasia?

Weight management is an important part of supportive care, notes OFA. Overweight dogs put more strain on their joints, which can increase arthritis pain. Exercise is also important, but it needs to be carefully planned. Dogs with hip dysplasia benefit from controlled exercise that builds muscle around the affected joint and supports general health without putting too much stress on the joints, which can increase inflammation and pain.\nCertain medications can also be helpful. Anti-inflammatory drugs reduce the joint swelling associated with hip dysplasia, according to Canine Journal. Pain medi..

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What is a fuzzy yellow caterpillar with black spikes called?

This type of caterpillar has four black spikes on its back. It is usually found in the forest. Over the winter, these caterpillars develop inside of the cocoon, and at the beginning of summer, they emerge as large brown moths. These caterpillars may cause allergic reactions, as they carry a certain type of venom on their coats that acts as a defense system.

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Are Rottweilers considered vicious dogs?

In another 20-year study conducted by the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Rottweiler was second in a list of the top 10 most dangerous breeds, ranking just behind the pit bull. In that study, Rottweilers were the cause of 37 fatalities.\nThe American Kennel Club standard lists the Rottweiler as a calm, courageous and confident dog. Rottweilers are natural guardians; loyal and protective. Their protective instincts can turn into aggression without proper training and socialization.\nRottweilers possess a strong territorial instinct and prey drive, and they require co..

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What is the life span of the bull shark?

Aggressive and often found in highly populated areas, bull sharks are considered the most dangerous shark species in the world, beating both great white sharks and tiger sharks. They are voracious carnivores, eating almost everything in their paths, including other sharks. Despite the frequency of bull shark attacks, humans aren't considered part of their diets. Most attacks occur out of curiosity or by accident. They are the only shark species that can enter freshwater areas and prefer to live in shallow coastal regions where the water is only 100 feet deep. However, they may be found at..

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How tall is the tallest moose on record?

The average height of a moose is approximately 6.2 feet at the shoulders with a weight around 1,200 pounds. Only males have antlers, and they typically spread 64 inches with a weight of 44 pounds. Although moose are typically large animals, they are rather timid and only become bold during the mating season when the males fight for a female mate using both their hooves and their antlers.

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What breed of dog is Beethoven?

Saint Bernard dogs were originally bred for rescue in the Swiss Alps and Italian Alps. Their size and intelligence makes them good alpine rescue dogs, with the ability to travel through snow for miles, regardless of its depth. The size of the breed is often intimidating, but they are gentle and caring dogs that are great with children. In the movie "Beethoven," the dog's character is much like a real Saint Bernard; large and clumsy but lovable and patient. Saint Bernards are not tolerant to heat, but they do great in cold weather.

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What are some facts about the great gray owl?

Great gray owls measure 24 to 33 inches in length and have a wingspan of 53 to 60 inches. They are gray-colored owls with round faces and large heads that lack ear tufts. Their eyes are small and yellow, and they have black-and-white markings under their faces that look similar to a bow tie. Great gray owls have very thick feathers that make them appear larger-bodied than they actually are.\nGreat gray owls prey chiefly on small mammals. These birds are largely sit-and-wait predators, but they may also fly slowly over an area to search for prey. They have excellent hearing and are able to dete..

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Where can you find a directory of AKC registered dogs?

There is a comprehensive directory of AKC recognized breeds, which, for the year 2015, includes 184 registered dog breeds. As an organization that wants to champion all dogs, the AKC offers a Canine Partners program, which permits any mixed-breed dogs or dogs ineligible for AKC registration to compete in AKC-sanctioned events. Canine Partners dogs are breed-designated "All American" and are eligible for AKC events, such as agility, obedience and tracking.

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