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How to tell male from female of the ornate uromastyx?
Sex can be told by body color; the lizard is about 30 to 40 cm long and only males are brightly colored. Adult males have blue stripes and yellow spots; females are light brown with dark-yellow spots. Some females show false-male traits.
What happens if a dog eats sand?
Much sand can block the gut, causing vomiting, pain, constipation, lethargy, dehydration needing a vet. A tiny bit is usually fine. Lack of vitamins may cause it; supplement and deworm to avoid pica.
How long after eating does a Border Collie defecate?
Dogs usually defecate about half an hour after eating, and Border Collies are no exception. If fed twice a day, they typically poop 2 to 3 times a day. Train outdoor elimination by walking them shortly after meals.
What happens if a dog is bitten by lice?
Lice bites cause itching and redness; the dog scratches, leading to hair loss, sores, infection. Lice also spread tapeworm, causing soft stool, diarrhea, anemia, poor appetite, weight loss. Use selamectin or fipronil topical dewormer and also deworm internally.
How long does cat ringworm take to heal in humans?
With active treatment, human cat ringworm (a fungal infection) usually heals in 15-20 days; fungal treatment is long. It spreads by skin contact with an infected cat. Use doctor-prescribed antifungal cream; after 15-20 days the rash fully clears.
What is it like to keep angelfish at home?
Angelfish are tropical, ornamental, with a relaxed manner that relieves stress, good for home or office. Control water temperature and quality; they need clean water and regular changes, or they get sick/die. Ideal temperature 24-28 C; too cold slows metabolism and causes death.
My 4-year-old female Teddy is free-roaming; lately her breasts enlarged, nipples turned pink, and abdomen grew larger. Is she pregnant?
The signs look like pregnancy: early swelling, vulvar discharge, clinginess, bigger appetite, sleepiness, less activity. But false pregnancy mimics real pregnancy, so it is hard to tell. False pregnancy comes from long heat causing hormone imbalance or poor mating and self-resolves. Confirm with abdominal ultrasound; if pregnant, gestational sacs show and due date can be estimated.
What if flowerhorn cichlid water is too cold?
Flowerhorns are tropical and sensitive to temperature; ideal is 28-32 C. Cold water slows growth and metabolism, and they may lie at the bottom and die. Below 25 C activity drops; below 15 C death rate rises sharply, so use a heater to keep 28-30 C.
How is keeping a golden arowana with a pearl stingray?
They can be kept together; the arowana is large but gentle and stays in mid-water, while stingrays and red-tail catfish are large bottom dwellers, so they do not conflict. The arowana also mixes with peaceful large tropical fish like discus, parrot, and green terror.
What are good and cheap external parasite treatments for dogs?
Frontline, Revolution, Pu'ante, and Zhaoliqing work well; on a budget, Pu'ante and Zhaoliqing offer better value. These are topical only and must not be licked; dose by weight and use an Elizabethan collar. No baths 3 days before/after.