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What color are giraffes?

All subspecies of the giraffe have brown splotches over a lighter tan coat. Some subspecies have defined patterns, such as oak leaf shapes on the Masai giraffe or very small, thin beige lines between splotches on the reticulated giraffe. Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the world, reaching 14 to 18 feet in height. Giraffe babies are born 6 feet tall and grow up to 1 inch per day.

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What are some features of grasshoppers?

Over 10,000 species of grasshoppers inhabit every continent but Antarctica and require a habitat full of grass and plants to eat. They prefer tropical and temperate climates. They are active during the day but are also found feeding at night. Grasshoppers do not build nests and are typically solitary creatures, although species that migrate tend to do so in groups of millions. When grasshoppers do come together, it is only to mate, and they communicate with each other through sight, sound, scent and touch.\nAll grasshoppers are born from eggs and go through a five- to six-step metamorphosis in..

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How much do cockapoos weigh?

The teacup toy cockapoo is generally about 6 pounds, the toy cockapoo is about 12 pounds, the miniature cockapoo tends to be between 13 and 18 pounds, and the standard cockapoo is about 19 pounds.\nA cockapoo is a hybrid or "designer dog" that is a mix between a cocker spaniel and a poodle. Usually a toy or miniature poodle is used as the parent dog.\nCoakapoos tend to be very friendly dogs that get along with people and other pets. They are also intelligent, making them easy to train.

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How large is the world's largest chicken?

The Jersey Giant breed was originally created as a replacement for the turkey. Despite the enormous size of the breed, the Jersey Giant is characterized by its docility and lack of aggressiveness. The Jersey Giant lays large brown eggs and does well in cold temperatures. The plumage of the Jersey Giant can be black, blue or white.

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What is the smallest kind of turtle?

The speckled padloper tortoise is native to the arid region of western Cape Province in South Africa. The tortoise has four claws on its back feet. The honeycombed shells of males are light brown with dark speckles, while females have darker shells with fewer spots. Commonly seen along narrow trails and pathways, the turtle forages for food along rocky crevices, which provide protection from cold temperatures and rain.

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Where do fruit bats live?

Fruit bats like areas that provide plenty of fruit for them to eat. They live in forest regions with fruit trees nearby and in locations that have fruit available throughout the year. Fruit bats like to sleep high up in the trees where it is dark during the day, and they are safely hidden away from any predators. They also like to live near water so that they have a nearby source for drinking.

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Are lamb bones ok for dogs?

There are a number of reasons why dogs should not be allowed to chew on bones. Dogs can break their teeth and injure their mouth when chewing on bones, as explained by PetMD. Bones can also get stuck in the dog's throat or get looped around the lower jaw. Additionally, bones can get lodged in the esophagus, stomach or intestines of a dog. This often leads to bloody stool, emergency surgery and a lot of expense as bones cannot be fully digested after being swallowed.

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Can dogs take Tylenol?

Some of the complications associated with the wrong dosage of Tylenol in dogs include liver damage and red blood cell damage. An overdose of Tylenol can cause a dog's red blood cells to stop carrying oxygen. It can also damage a dog's kidneys. Always have a dog evaluated by a veterinarian for blood work before using Tylenol or other over-the-counter pain medications.

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How do you stop a dog from barking at night?

Remove the stimulusIf your dog is barking repeatedly at the same object or person, try removing it from his line of sight if possible. For example, close the curtains to block his view of passersby. Associate the stimulus with rewardsIf it is not possible to remove the stimulus from your dog's view, try moving it closer to him gradually, and reward him when it is in sight. The trick is to get him to associate the stimulus with good things, so he does not feel threatened by it.Ignore your dog's barkingIt is possible your dog is barking as a way to get your attention. Do not give it t..

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How do you cure parvo?

Parvo is a highly contagious disease most common to canines. This disease attacks rapidly reproducing cells and white blood cells. The most severely attacked cells are those within the intestinal tract. Young animals that contract parvovirus and survive its effects often have lifelong cardiac problems due to damage to the heart muscles. Parvo is transmitted between animals through the contact of the infected animal's feces and is capable of living on surfaces for months. For this reason, sanitation of soiled areas is required to rid areas of the virus. Blood-tinged diarrhea, vomiting, let..

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