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How much do German shepherd puppies weigh?

A female of the same age only weighs 15 pounds on average, in comparison. By 4 months of age, the average male puppy weighs over 40 pounds and the female has reached around 35 pounds. By a year, a male may reach the average weight of 76 pounds, and the females 64 pounds. German Shepherds may not reach their full adult size until around 2 1/2 years of age, however.

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How do whales mate?

Whales reach sexual maturity when they are 8 to 10 years old, and females give birth once every few years. The exact gestation time varies based on species; while humpback whale calves take 11 months, sperm whale calves can take up to 15. They are ready to swim from birth and nurse until they are 6 months old. Before the female is ready to mate again, she must rest for another six months after her calf is weaned. However, more social species of whales nurse for longer periods of time. Sperm whales nurse up to two years. Complete weaning can take additional time.\nWhile whales are generally soc..

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What do you call a person who shoes horses?

Farriers who are skilled ironworkers and can create custom shoes are known as blacksmiths. Iron-working skills aren't crucial because most horses take prefabricated shoes. A farrier evaluates the way a horse walks and runs and considers the animal's hoof balance when adjusting or applying shoes. Some specialize in corrective trimming and shoeing of young horses and use compounds and glue-on shoes to correct the angle of the feet and ensure healthy growth. Horses' hooves typically require trimming every six to eight weeks to promote proper balance in the legs and feet.

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How do you adopt a cat locally?

Animal adoption and rehoming organizations typically ask a lot of questions to ensure that the prospective adopters are a match to the particular pet that they wish to adopt. The following shows one way of adopting a cat locally.Search databasesVisit websites that feature databases of animals available for adoption, such as Petfinder and the ASPCA.Use the search toolThe search tool on Petfinder is prominently displayed on the homepage. Enter the particular city or ZIP code and select the cat breed, age and gender, and then click on the Search button. On the ASPCA website, navigate to the searc..

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How do ladybugs fly?

Called the elytra, the shell of the ladybug is quite tough, which lends the beetle extra protection from predators. Pawnation explains that the elytra are connected by hinges to the pronotum, which lies directly behind the beetle's head. When the ladybug takes flight, the hinges move to raise the elytra, allowing the see-through wings to dramatically unfold. When the ladybug lands, the flight wings fold perfectly back into place, and the shell closes once more.\nThe ladybug is a very adept flier. During flight, the wings flap at a rate of up to 85 times per second, which allows the beetle..

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How do tree frogs move around?

Tree frogs’ feet have specially adapted to climbing and jumping in trees. Their uniquely shaped toes usually feature sticky pads consisting of minuscule hexagon-shaped nanopillars that help them stick to uneven and even slippery surfaces. For some tree frogs, such as the red-eyed tree frog, these pads function like suction cups and allow them to climb practically any surface easily.\nTypically, tree frogs’ front and back legs are the same length to accommodate climbing, leaping and landing. Most tree frogs move swiftly, jump far and are capable of quite acrobatic movements. However, there ..

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How do you keep skunks away?

An effective repellent to keep skunks away from vegetable gardens is a solution of water and hot pepper. Skunks are also naturally repelled by cucumbers and squash because of their prickly leaves. If these types of plants are planted around other vegetable plants, skunks are less likely to forage for food in that area. A skunk can be ousted from its den by spraying the den with a mixture of boiled onion, jalapeño pepper, cayenne pepper and water. The smell of ammonia is also effective in repelling skunks.\nChanges in daily habits can also help to keep skunks away. For example, garbage cans ne..

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How do giant pandas care for their young?

Pandas nurse their cubs for 8 or 9 months, sometimes up to a year, but the cub remains with its mother for 2 to 3 years. This makes pandas very slow to breed, and their short periods of ovulation further complicate this problem so that some pandas only raise five to eight cubs over the course of their lives.A mother panda must forage for long periods of time in order to produce the milk her cub needs. Pandas already spend a huge percentage of their time grazing for food, so this added workload and responsibility can be very difficult for the animals.Panda pregnancies last 95 to 160 days and re..

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Are there any dogs with webbed feet?

Also known as a "hog dog" in Louisiana, it is a mix of greyhound, Spanish mastiff and various Native American dogs. It was bred to drive cattle and feral hogs.The Catahoula leopard dog has a beautiful spotted coat, but can be solid, patched or brindle in a variety of shades. Its eyes can be amber, brown, green or blue, and some have two different colors within the same eye.These independent and hard-working dogs require a lot of exercise. They are calm, loving and great companions. They should not be kept outside, because they do poorly when isolated and like to be around people. Since the Cat..

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What areas on the map are deer hunting zones in Minnesota?

Some private lands are open to the public for hunting deer through the Department of Agriculture's Walk-In Access Program, which allows hunting in private lands that are already under existing conservation programs. The 2015 deer hunt season in Minnesota begins on Sept. 19, 2015 and ends on Dec. 13, 2015, with dates for special hunts for youth, archers, firearms and muzzleloaders. Aside from a hunting license, hunters need to register all deer harvests.

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