Animals Backyard Habitat

Information About Animals and Backyard Habitat

Knowing earthworms

Posted by yunus On July - 20 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

earthwormsA worm was known in antiquity as plowing or gut of the earth because excavated galleries, returning to the porous ground and providing oxygenation and water permeability.

But it was in California during the decade of the 50s, home of the first intensive breeding of earthworms. Since then they have continued to undertake research in order to get more and more worms and more rustic degradative capacity. Currently the main types used in the intensive worm are three existing eight thousand species: Eisenia foetida; Lombricus rubellus; Red Hybrid.

By their external appearance is very difficult to distinguish. However, differences in regard to their technique of operation are remarkable. Lombricus rubellus and Eisenia foetida require greenhouses equipped with heating, lighting and surfaces artificially limited, while Red Hybrid, it is possible to exploit it in an open field without permanent accommodation or greenhouses. Knowing earthworms Read the rest of this entry »

Unusual Pets

Posted by yunus On July - 18 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

unusual petsNot all are poisonous or aggressive animals, by contrast, is very docile and domestic. Reptiles have advantages and disadvantages over conventional pets. For example, its small size and low maintenance. Something you should take into account when buying one of these animals, is perfectly entitled to do so in places for this purpose and are not animals that were caught or smuggled, so you will be working to curb the illegal traffic of these species.

It is becoming more common to see these animals adopted as pets. The most common are the lizards and snakes. Reptiles cause different reactions in people. Some find it pleasant and friendly, and others will produce fear or revulsion.

To have one, you should first consult your parents and buy the things necessary to bring you the right environment in which they live. This place must have a green environment, and what you can do with twigs, leaves, plants, water. The temperature must be well controlled, especially in the winter. This can be done in a warm atmosphere or by heating. Read the rest of this entry »

Iguanas “picky or too sensitive?

Posted by yunus On July - 14 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

iguanasThe proper feeding of the iguana will make a pet happy and healthy.

This reptile’s diet should be varied and rich in protein, vitamins and nutrients. The feeding an iguana is not as simple as it seems, with things as simple as they can cause significant damage.

For example you can not give a large piece of food, but you cut it into small pieces to facilitate the animal can digest easily.

The temperature must be warm. You should not put in the dish hot or cold as it could cause lack of appetite.

Iguanas are animals that eat grass, although there are certain vegetables that they should not eat spinach, cauliflower, celery or broccoli, as well as carrots, bananas, grapes, lettuce, rhubarb and onions contain a substance called tannin which is very harmful to animal health.
Do not you owe in addition to lettuce, because it does not add any substantial nutrient your body also makes you lose your appetite. Iguanas “picky or too sensitive? Read the rest of this entry »

The Vietnamese pig, the most exotic pet

Posted by yunus On July - 12 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

Vietnamese pigVietnamese pigs are exotic animals that may have as a pet. This is a breed of domestic pigs in recent years have become fashionable as pets.

It was George Clooney, the famous American actor, who set the fashion of Vietnamese pigs as pets around the world. Clooney lived with his pet “Max” for 18 years until he died in 2006.

Vietnamese pigs currently living in many American homes and have been introduced in Europe. Some say the Vietnamese pigs are “the pet of the future.”

What can you expect from a Vietnamese pig as a pet?

These cute creatures are very intelligent, playful, loving, clean and easy to educate. They are friends of all domestic animals and can become loyal pets like dogs. However, it is necessary to socialize them from small to get used to human touch. The Vietnamese pig, the most exotic pet Read the rest of this entry »

How sick ferrets

Posted by yunus On July - 10 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

ferret sickLike dogs and cats, ferrets can become ill. The two most common diseases are canine distemper and human influenza.

On the one hand, canine distemper is preventable through routine vaccination, it is for your veterinarian to establish a clear timetable with appropriate vaccines to prevent this deadly disease.

In the case of human influenza vaccinations there, but good hygiene can prevent your ferret from getting flu. This disease can be transmitted from the ferret owner and vice versa. Wash hands before handling your pet or stay retired as he has this condition, in many cases it is sufficient to prevent it.

The MVZ Miguel Angel de la Torre graduated with honors from the UNAM, his work has been recognized in national television channels and the TBS in Japan, also participated in radio and periodicals. He has coauthored articles for the magazine and lecture series of AMMVEPE and lecturer at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Graduate School of Cuautitlan, UNAM where he has also been the chair of Wildlife. How sick ferrets

Currently operates the only hatchery in Mexico ferrets certified genetic lines in the U.S. and is a consultant veterinarian from one of the best breeders of ferrets in the North American Ferret Association of that nation.

Detecting Stress and Disease in Reptiles

Posted by yunus On July - 6 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

reptiles

Many factors affect the health of a reptile. Internally must be healthy, with their systems working properly. Although never be fully wormed, your immune system must be able to control the colonies of bacteria, parasites and germs to not play too much and begin to affect the normal functioning of the body.
The skin of a healthy animal looks good corresponding to each species. For most reptiles, this means that look “filled”, without too many folds in the skin that could be evidence of dehydration. The color should be full and bright. A healthy animal usually behaves according to its kind, attentive around, thermoregulated during the day, eats, drinks water and defecate regularly (according to the cycle of each individual). Read the rest of this entry »

Choosing a hedgehog

Posted by yunus On July - 4 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

hedgehogKnown as African Pygmies, are actually a mixture of two species of sea urchins. The Four Fingers or White Panza (Atelerix albiventris) and Algerian hedgehogs (Atelerix algirus) as well as those of Pruner (Atelerix frontalis / Atelerix Pruneri) tend to be well behaved, and very rarely, if ever, come to bite its owner.

The four fingers or white belly, face more often have a white or clear, while Pruner has a darker side or mask. The most obvious difference is the number of toes on the hind legs. The Pruner urchins and those of Algeria have five toes, while the white belly are also known as “four finger” for obvious reasons (but only on its hind legs)

Egyptian urchins or long ears (the size of the ears are the most obvious differentiating factor) are reputed to have a more aggressive personality and often bite.

The best age to buy a hedgehog is shortly to have been weaned (after the 6-8 weeks of age). Hedgehogs are completely independent at this age, and adapt to the new owners much more easily while they are young. This does not mean that an older hedgehog can not get used to and be friendly to you. Only required a little more time and patience! Choosing a hedgehog

Hedgehogs have historically been considered solitary creatures that usually do not get along with other sea urchins, and only approach each other to reproduce. Although this view is changing, with many breeders who maintain at least female groups together, and in some cases, groups of males. If you have more of a hedgehog with, be sure to provide enough space. Hedgehogs seem very happy when they have them individually, except when they have been partners in other urchins.

How to Handle a Hedgehog

Posted by yunus On July - 2 - 2010 ADD COMMENTS

hedgehogMost of the hedgehogs do not like (at least initially) caress their spines. Hold your hedgehog gently, and allowed to unscrew in your hands. Let it scan your hands and arms, and eventually begin to feel comfortable when you realize you’re not dangerous. You reach a point where you can pet the hedgehog along the back, some enjoy the scratching among the thorns, but this level of trust takes time to achieve.

Something you should do before raising any hedgehog, is to let you smell their hands before lifting. That way, you learn that is sure to be raised.

The recommended way to build a hedgehog is with hands on either side of him, then gently on your hands and lift his hands to form a cup. Never lift a hedgehog in any way mean that your fingers could be in the middle of their spines if you decide to Roller. Being in the middle of a hedgehog ball is an extremely painful experience. How to Handle a Hedgehog

Most hedgehogs will learn to get on your hands as you know. Once in your hands, you can go to your friend to your leg (I recommend placing a towel

Tips to Care Animal

Posted by alfian On June - 18 - 2010 1 COMMENT

Feeding Birds

1. The animals are usually very wild and also very friendly (domestic) animals are best friends We take the man has that animals are beings need a lot of sweet, Honey, love and affection. indispensable.
2. HOW TO CARE FOR ANIMALS. There are many methods of caring for an animal We did not know that our friends the animals, is a being anything more, for we must remember is that its so important to form power, what is your with us and your Cleaning species among others. The methods of caring for the animals are two: the domestic and wild
3. TYPES OF ANIMALS UNDER YOUR CARE. DOMESTIC WILD (zoos) These are animals that can These are animals that are being looked after by the man in Aggressive, they can not live in the home and are not aggressive. Example: man’s house, mostly living dog, duck, chicken, etc.. in the forests and others in zoos ex: giraffe, tiger, elephant, etc.
4. Keep dishes YOUR FOOD Feeding animal pets with a balanced diet domestic clean. Know which is the proper feeding your pet a treat of their domestic animal, and that from time to time do not eat it all
5. What do you eat domestic animals? Corn eaters, meat eaters, eaters panca flour and wheat and some human food alfalfa.
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