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Amazon Mud Turtle

Amazon Mud Turtle

The Amazon Mud Turtle is a relatively scarce species of musk turtle that emits a musky odor when threatened. It reproduces slowly, so its wild population is in decline, and in the wild it feeds on insects, making it largely carnivorous.

Breeds πŸ“… August 3, 2026
Celebes Tortoise

Celebes Tortoise

The Celebes Tortoise (Indotestudo forstenii), also called the Sulawesi tortoise, is a herbivorous land tortoise native to the Indonesian islands. It resembles the Burmese mountain tortoise but grows slightly larger, and is relatively easy to keep in captivity.

Breeds πŸ“… August 3, 2026
Indian Roofed Turtle

Indian Roofed Turtle

The Indian Roofed Turtle (Kachuga tecta) is one of the more common roofed turtles, recognizable by the distinctive raised black keel on its shell. Native to the rivers of the Indian subcontinent, it is a timid aquatic turtle that can enter hibernation.

Breeds πŸ“… August 3, 2026
Hilaire’s Toadhead Turtle

Hilaire’s Toadhead Turtle

Hilaire's Toadhead Turtle (Phrynops hilarii) is a side-necked turtle in the toadhead genus, strongly affected by ambient temperature and closely tied to it in behavior. Delicate and hard to keep in captivity, it is not recommended as a first turtle.

Breeds πŸ“… August 3, 2026
Oaxaca Mud Turtle

Oaxaca Mud Turtle

The Oaxaca Mud Turtle (Kinosternon oaxacae) is a type of mud turtle that aestivates in summer, burying itself in mud to cool downβ€”hence its name. Living in slow-moving rivers, it hunts fish and shrimp in the water and is an omnivore that leans carnivorous.

Breeds πŸ“… August 3, 2026
What to Know About Flea Prevention for Pets

What to Know About Flea Prevention for Pets

Fleas harm not only pets but the whole household. Few things ruin summer fun like these tiny, nearly invisible parasites that plague pets and their owners.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 11, 2021
Symptoms of Demodectic Mange (Demodex) in Dogs

Symptoms of Demodectic Mange (Demodex) in Dogs

Demodectic mange is a very common skin disease in dogs, caused mainly by abnormal proliferation of Demodex mites. Every species, including humans, has its own mites. Demodex rarely causes disease in cats, horses, cattle, or people because it is not contagious. This article lists the skin signs and the juvenile and adult forms.

Pet Health πŸ“… January 9, 2021
Canine Demodicosis (Demodex Mange): Signs and Care

Canine Demodicosis (Demodex Mange): Signs and Care

A few demodex mites are normal on every dog, but an overgrowth causes local or whole-body hair loss, redness, and a foul smell. Vet-recommended mite sprays, ointments, and medicated baths β€” plus clipping the fur β€” bring recovery.

Pet Health πŸ“… November 24, 2020
How to Treat Skin Disease in a Puppy

How to Treat Skin Disease in a Puppy

Skin disease is common in undernourished or frail dogs, and hits puppies and weak individuals hardest. The main culprit is the fungus Microsporum canis, which survives for months β€” even years β€” on surfaces. Signs range from mite-driven red spots to visible fleas, and treatment means shaving, topical medication, environmental disinfection, and an Elizabethan collar.

Pet Health πŸ“… October 27, 2020