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How long do Russian hamsters live?

Russian hamsters are social and friendly once they are familiar with human handlers, but will bite when handled roughly. While they are good starter pets for older children, they are not suitable for children under 8. They need food made specifically for hamsters and the cage must be cleaned frequently. The bedding must be of a type and amount that allows burrowing. The cage should be kept away from direct sunlight, drafts and other pets.

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What is a Snowshoe Siamese?

Reaching about 10 to 12 pounds with a firm, muscular body tone, the Snowshoe bears a wedge-shaped head and walnut-shaped blue eyes. The short, soft coat may display any of the traditional Siamese colors. They are often mitted or bicolor in pattern. Showshoes are easily identified by the white inverted V at the nose and four white boots. Their outgoing, affectionate personalities and tendency to get along with other cats makes them popular among feline lovers.

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What is the name of a baby bull?

Both sexes of cattle share the same names when they are very young. Once weaned, they are referred to as "weaners" or "feeders." At a year old, they are called "yearlings." Female cattle are differentiated at this point as "heifers" (if they have not borne a calf) or "cows" (once they have given birth). Castrated males are steers at first, but later may be referred to as bullocks or oxen, depending on the regional dialect.

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Can you keep a mystery snail with fish?

Mystery snails are prized by aquarium enthusiasts because they are low-maintenance and come in a variety of colored shells which may grow up to two inches. Known for their ability to keep tanks clean, mystery snails move across the surface of the tank to remove rotting vegetation and green algae. Vegetables and commercial flake and pellet foods are also readily accepted by this bottom-dweller.

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What is a Congo tetra?

Congo tetras are a community fish, meaning they prefer to live in schools of three or more. They are small, reaching a maximum length of approximately 2 inches. Congo tetras are omnivorous fish and prefer lower light levels in their habitat. They reproduce through egg laying. Males must be separated from females after breeding to prevent the males from eating the eggs.

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What are some animal rescue organizations in Dayton, Ohio?

The Montgomery County Animal Resource Center is the largest companion animal shelter in the greater Dayton region. The organization monitors canine cruelty and dog fighting investigations and offers a reward of $5,000 for reporting dog fighting. Stray dogs that are found without their licenses are held for 3 days then put up for adoption.\nThe Humane Society of Greater Dayton is a "no-kill" animal welfare agency. The group investigates animal neglect and cruelty situations and also offers temporary shelter under its "safe haven" program for animals of families fleeing domestic-violence situati..

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What do you call a group of camels?

Every gram of fat in the camel's hump provides one gram of water. Camels rarely sweat and retain most of the water they drink. Camels can go without water for weeks or months. A thirsty camel drinks approximately 30 gallons of water to replenish itself. Camels can close their nostrils to keep sand out, and long bushy eyebrows and eyelashes protect their eyes.

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What is a group of quail called?

Quail prefer open ground and forage under shrubs for food. Quail are omnivorous but primarily eat seeds, grasses, flowers and fruit. The Gambel's quail resides in the desert Southwest. The scaled quail, the California quail and the mountain quail prefer the woodlands and foothill forests of California and the Northwest. The Montezuma quail resides in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and central Mexico. The bobwhite quail resides primarily in the Northeast, and the partridge makes its home in the Southeast.

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Why does a chinchilla make a weird noise at night?

Chinchillas are also crespucular, which means that they arre most active and dusk and dawn. Expect them to be most vocal at this time well. Common sounds are chirping and a bark similar to a squirrel’s. Usually alerts, chirps are warnings between individuals, while barks are warnings to a whole group. When scolded, chinchillas may make a high pitched whimper, and, like other mammals, they signal their moods using sounds and coos to signal comfort. Because chinchillas can live up to 20 years, owners have plenty of time to get to know what sounds they make and what they mean.\nSome chinchillas..

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How large can a rat grow?

Since they are well fed, pet rats often appear pudgier with visible rolls and contours. The bodies of most wild rats tend to be more streamlined, as rats living in the wild get more exercise while hunting for food and food may be scarce. While wild rats may visibly appear to be bigger, this is typically due to their tendency to puff their fur in response to the perceived threat of humans.

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