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How long do cows live?

Calves weigh approximately 60 pounds at birth and weigh as much as 1,000 pounds at maturity. In order for cows to produce milk, they must first give birth. Male cows are referred to as bulls. Cows have 32 teeth and chew up to 50 times per minute. They typically consume up to 40 pounds of food per day and spend approximately eight hours a day chewing and eating cud. Cows also can detect scents up to eight miles away and have excellent vision.

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What houseplants are safe for pets?

There are thousands of nontoxic plants that animals can be around. African violets are a common houseplant and does very well indoors with good sunlight. The deep purple flowers give a great splash of color to a home. The violets that can be found outside in some yards are also safe for pets to be around. Violets can actually be candied and eaten even by humans.Despite their exotic appearance, orchids are nontoxic to both cats and dogs. These plants are often inside plants because they need to be kept warmer than plants that can be placed outdoors. They also need good sun, which means windows ..

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What are some good ways to stop your dog from digging in the yard?

Keeping a dog in a sheltered, shaded area with a water source can often stop the urge to dig.\nBreeds such as terriers are natural hunters and will instinctively dig. Adequate exercise with walks of 30 to 40 minutes at least twice a day will help relieve boredom and work off the excess energy that contributes to digging.\nGive a dog interesting toys such as Kongs filled with treats. These toys are designed to keep a dog busy. Play games such as fetch or Frisbee in order to re-direct your dog’s focus so that it is on you and not on the yard.

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Is a white Persian cat common?

White Persians have many different coats, from hard and slick to the eye-catching halo fluff. Those with thick cottony coats are challenging to keep clean and require daily grooming to prevent mats and tangles. Persian cats overall are undemanding and serene, yet playful and curious. Persians come in many color combinations, including tabby, bicolor, solid, shaded, calico and Himalayan, with color points similar to those of a Siamese.

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What do you call a fish's breathing organ?

Gills work much the same way as lungs; both have small blood vessels that the gases filter through. However, because water contains less oxygen than air, fish have a harder time extracting oxygen from it. Fish actually breathe the O2 dissolved in water, not the oxygen that is bound to hydrogen in a water molecule, according to the How Stuff Works website. By volume, air has about 20 times more oxygen than water, which is why some fish, mammals, breathe oxygen from the surface air rather than trying to extract it from the water.

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How many eggs does a mute swan lay?

At 6 months, cygnets begin to fly and are considered juveniles. Approximately three cygnets in the clutch survive to become juveniles. The most common causes of death are starvation, collisions with structures, such as bridges, and diseases, such as lead poisoning. Despite their name, mute swans do communicate with grunts, snorts and hisses, especially when disturbed or threatened.

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How is the drug Rimadyl used by veterinarians?

Rimadyl, whose generic name is carprofen, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, explains petMD. It reduces the body's production of certain enzymes that cause pain and swelling. Rimadyl is only available by prescription. It comes in oral caplets or chewables in doses of 25 milligrams, 75 milligrams and 100 milligrams, and it is also available as an injectable.\nGastrointestinal issues may arise in dogs who take Rimadyl, cautions petMD. Dogs taking this medication may experience abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea and black, tarry stools. They may develop ulc..

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What are some distinctive characteristics of sea turtles?

As of 2015, there are seven living species of sea turtles, and each one has its own distinctive features. Despite the name, green turtles often have colorful patterned shells of brown, orange and red. The loggerhead turtle boasts a larger head than other species and a distinctive red and brown shell with spiky, uneven edges. Leatherback turtles are named after their hard, leathery ridged backs. They are the largest of all sea turtle species and one of the largest reptiles on Earth.

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How much does the largest pig weigh?

Big Bill resided in Jackson, Tenn., until a broken leg meant he had to be put down before his exhibition at the Chicago World Fair.\nAccording to National Geographic, the giant forest hog is considered to be the largest species of pig, reaching up to 600 pounds. Occasionally, individual domesticated pigs, such as Big Bill, grow larger.

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What does a snake hole look like?

The absence of spider webs and debris around a tree's hole or rock crevice is an indicator of snake activity. A snake brushes away debris as it enters and exits from its den. Snakes seek shelter to lay eggs and avoid predation, and they favor tight spaces. Snakes don't dig, but they do burrow below the frost line to survive in the winter.

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