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What does the egg turtle mainly eat?
Egg turtles mainly eat small fish, shrimp, insects and various soft-bodied animals, as well as some aquatic plants. In captivity, feed commercial pellets as the staple along with fresh animal and plant foods such as small fish, shrimp and fruits or vegetables, keeping the diet balanced and varied to prevent pickiness.
A Summary of Reasons a Cat Won’t Eat
A cat not eating is complex, hairballs, illness, indigestion, or disliked food can all cause it. Observe your cat to find the cause, if unsure, see a vet. Our pet care specialists list common reasons to help you judge.
My hamster has a hard scabbed spot with hair loss and a deep-red wound—is it scratching, a skin disease, or a bug?
Hair loss and red scabs in hamsters are usually from skin disease, possibly bacterial pyoderma or parasites with secondary bacterial infection. Clean with iodine or hydrogen peroxide, remove the scab and apply an antibacterial spray or ointment twice daily, ideally with a collar to stop scratching. Improve hygiene and nutrition; if no improvement, get a skin exam at the vet.
What does a donut turtle like to eat?
The donut turtle is omnivorous, eating mollusks, crustaceans, fish, and algae in nature. In captivity, use specialized turtle pellets as staple, plus fresh animal and plant feed like small fish, shrimp, earthworms, apple, carrot, and broccoli. Manage the diet well, balancing pellets, vegetables, and meat for balanced nutrition.
What does a macaroni mouse eat?
The macaroni mouse mainly eats grains and also some vegetables, fruit, and seeds. It is a hamster variety, and all hamsters have similar diets. Many hamster foods are made from grains; besides hamster food, feed vegetables, fruit, and seeds like cabbage, carrot, apple, strawberry, sunflower seeds, and sesame to keep nutrition balanced. Avoid too much watery produce or high-calorie food.
Why does a rabbit bite its own fur?
A rabbit chewing its own fur may have pica or a skin problem. An unbalanced diet lacking trace elements can cause fur-chewing or object-chewing. Skin disease with itching can also cause it. Also, a doe near birth may bite fur. Judge the cause from the situation and help accordingly.
How do I properly care for a hill myna?
To care for a hill myna: provide a quiet, warm, well-ventilated habitat with a roomy cage and some wooden toys and stones. Feed high-quality seeds, fruit, vegetables, and bird food for balanced nutrition. Clean droppings daily, change fresh food, and regularly wash and disinfect the cage to reduce bacteria. Mynas need attention and social interaction — spend time playing and training daily.
What do baby golden hamsters (Syrian hamsters) eat?
Before one month old, golden hamster pups mainly drink mother's milk; without it, use hamster-specific formula. After one month they wean and start hamster pellets. You can also feed some vegetables and fruit for dietary variety and balanced nutrition, but wash them first and control portions.
Why do hamsters ‘commit suicide’?
Hamster 'suicide' may involve many factors. They are solitary animals that like enclosed spaces and enough room; long confinement in small cages or lack of stimulation can cause stress or depression and self-harming behavior. Also, improper diet and malnutrition may contribute. It's often a combination; provide a good environment, balanced diet, and enough stimulation to reduce the risk.
My dog’s hind legs suddenly went weak; it’s hard for it to stand up or sit down, though sometimes it can move normally, and its energy isn’t as good as before
There are many reasons a dog's hind legs suddenly go weak, roughly: 1. Trauma causing sudden inability to stand or walk. 2. Prolonged exercise beyond the body's load, damaging the legs. 3. Insufficient calcium intake causing deficiency and weak hind legs. 4. Congenital or acquired conditions such as intervertebral disc disease or hip dysplasia (CHD), common bone diseases in large breeds. 5. Nerve damage, bone injury, arthritis, muscle atrophy, ligament damage, etc.