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My two-month-old Bichon was bathed at night, got excited and ate kibble when fed, then the next morning refused food and just sleeps-is it sick?
A dog that won't eat and lacks energy usually signals a health problem, often heat, digestive upset, or other illness. In hot weather dogs may lose appetite; with digestive issues like gastroenteritis, probiotics can help, but if no improvement, see a vet.
Which lizards are non-venomous?
Most lizards are non-venomous; common safe ones are the bearded dragon, green iguana, blue-tongue skink, Central American spiny-tailed iguana, veiled chameleon, panther chameleon, and leopard gecko. Pet lizards sold on the market are generally non-venomous, but some may bite in self-defense, so pick a docile one and wear gloves at first.
Which hamster breed is the gentlest?
The wild-type three-line hamster is widely considered the gentlest breed. The purple, pudding, milk tea, and Roborovski hamsters are also notably docile and easy to handle.
What do cichlids eat?
The cichlid is a carnivorous fish that mainly eats aquatic plants, small fish, and shrimp/crabs. Diet varies by stage: juveniles eat small plankton and plants, adults eat small fish and shrimp. A varied diet aids growth; avoid overfeeding.
Which bird species are the most intelligent?
Highly intelligent birds include ravens, African grey parrots, magpies, jays, falcons, woodpeckers, and herons. Ravens are considered among the smartest, with strong survival and recognition abilities.
Which goldfish breeds are intelligent?
Among goldfish, butterfly-tail, pearl-scale, calico koi, and dragon-tail varieties show notable intelligence with good adaptability and memory. The pearl-scale goldfish is also friendly and popular.
Which dwarf cichlid species are easy to keep?
Easy dwarf cichlids include the German Blue Ram, red-bellied ram, and Bolivian ram. The German Blue is hardy and low-disease; the red-bellied suits beginners; the Bolivian is gentle and mix-friendly.
Which rabbit breed lives the longest?
Rabbits live 6-12 years; the dwarf rabbit is longest at 10-12 years thanks to its small size and slow metabolism. Princess, Angora, mini lop, and dwarf hotot also reach about 10 years.
Which pet dogs do not shed?
Most dogs shed to some degree, but low-shedders include the Chinese Crested, Pharaoh Hound, Yorkshire, West Highland White, Schnauzer, Poodle, and Bichon. The hairless Crested barely sheds and suits allergy sufferers.
Which tropical fish live the longest?
Discus, koi, and Asian arowana are long-lived; most small tropical fish live 1-3 years, but koi can reach 70 years. Discus average 5-8 years; arowana decades.