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What to Do About a Parrot’s Poor Digestion?
Parrot illness is inevitable, and gut disease is common, so learning to handle it is worthwhile. Our team introduces treatment for parrot digestive issues.
What to Do When Your Cat Suddenly Loses Energy
A suddenly listless cat may be lonely and depressed, or sick. Give it attention and outings for mood, and treat any illness behind the low energy.
Why Are My Turtle’s Eyes Sunken?
Sunken eyes in turtles are usually from poor nutrition or serious dehydration. Malnutrition comes from illness/parasites or an unbalanced diet; dehydration from dry-keeping without soaking, bacterial infection, or hibernation. Treat the underlying cause, replenish nutrients (fish/shrimp, vitamins) and water, and see a vet if it doesn't improve.
Is My Chinchilla Dead If It Has Gone Stiff?
A chinchilla that suddenly goes stiff and motionless worries many owners, but stiffness is not always death. The common causes are low blood sugar, heatstroke, cold (entering a dormant state), and injury. Most are reversible with warmth, glucose water, cooling, or veterinary care—so check before assuming the worst.
Turkish Angora
The Turkish Angora, named for Turkey's capital Ankara, is one of the oldest long-haired breeds, dating to the 16th century. Elegant with silky, medium-length coat and almond eyes, it is agile, independent, and famously fond of water. Once nearly supplanted by the Persian, it was revived in the US from 1963 and is now carefully bred to preserve its pure bloodline.
Sphynx
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Korat
The Korat cat, also called the Korat or Si-Sawat, originates from the Khorat Plateau in northwest Thailand and is an ancient breed. Introduced to the US in 1959 and recognized by American cat lovers in 1965, and by Britain 10 years later. Its coat, like the Russian Blue and Chartreux, is solid blue with no shading or pattern, with a silvery sheen, and it has a unique heart-shaped face.
Tonkinese
The Tonkinese, also known as the Vietnamese cat, is not from Vietnam but a purebred short-haired breed produced by crossing the Siamese with the Burmese, first appearing in North America in the 1930s. With pointed coloring softer than the Siamese and a short, silky coat like the Burmese, the Tonkinese is famously affectionate, active, and people-oriented.
Birman
The Birman, also called the sacred cat of Burma, is a medium-sized cat with the Latin name Birman. Although now distributed worldwide, legend says they once lived only in Myanmar and were kept by temple monks; because they guarded the hall, they are considered temple guardian cats.
Ocicat
The Ocicat, despite being mistaken for a wild cat, is a wholly domestic breed developed in the United States from Abyssinian, Siamese, and American Shorthair ancestors. After a winding path to recognition, a decade of bloodline management won it acceptance. With its spotted, wild-looking coat and friendly, active nature, the Ocicat is a striking yet affectionate companion.