Remember the time, as a kid, you used to go for horse riding in fairs, wishing that you had one at home too! Well if you still are into thinking of buying a horse to pet around and enjoy a ride everyday then better be it, but before you get your horsey home, make sure you have ample space time and resources to take care of your friend. Horses need a lot of attention and maintenance on regular basis, else they might easily fall ill. PetAttack brings to you points to keep in mind and ways to take proper care of you equine friend.

8. Cost

Horses  or ponies, you better buy them only if you can, because here my friends the cost of maintenance will be more than the cost of buying. Yes, the food, space, shelter and medical care are going to cost you a lot more than you think you can think. Never mind if you are cousin of Richie-rich. In the end its all about loving and caring for your friend which can give you as along as 35 years of companionship.

7. Space

You wouldn’t just want to buy that four legged mammal just because you like riding it. It is not a dog or cat or a parrot that you can keep in your home or lap and pet around. A horse needs ample space and when I say ample it literally means a lot. It needs to roam, stride, run and most of all graze whole throughout the day. So unless you are rich enough to have a huge grassland in your backyard or you are one among the bunch of hippies, that move across lands, your friend won’t stay happy in your home.

6. Food

Horses eat a lot. They have got weak digestion so they cant take in and digest two meals a day like we humans do. They simply graze throughout the day. They mostly feed on hay and forage. Grains can be included in their food twice a day along with veggies like carrots and apples.

5. Grooming and Cleaning

Get your brushes out folks, its time you give a little grooming to your friend. If the horse is outside most of the time, don’t groom it too much, that removes the good  natural oils that keep it protected from weather. Grooming is a vital part of keeping a horse. You got to buy curry comb, stiff brush and not-stiff brush. If the horsey fur has got too dirty start with curry comb to brush of the dirt. Use a wet sponge, make your horse shine like a brilliant stallion. Brush the mane and tail with a comb. Try avoid getting kicked and for that don’t stay directly behind the horse. Believe me,you will not regret anything more than standing behind that tall legged creature.

Your horse might keep moving away from time to time while you brush and groom it. Try making them stand still by tying a quick release knot in the lead rope.

4. Hoof Picking

Here comes the most critical part of cleaning, the hoof picking. Probably you might not be knowing it, so please don’t try to do it yourself and hurt the horse or get kicked. It may be possible that your pet can get injured and never be able to run properly, so better contact a professional. A hoof pick is used for picking. Run your hand down his legs, press the fetlock and lift its foot. Be careful with the sensitive area that is the soft part called frog. Remove the dirt and small pebbles from the groove around the frog area.

3. Exercise

Your horse needs regular exercise. Take it out everyday for a ride or run into an open field or paddock. Make sure the fencing of the area where your horse moves around isn’t made of barbed wire else it may be a cause for injuries. After the exercise if it sweats too much don’t let it drink too much water, just few sips would do. Walk it around so that it cools off slowly. Go for the sweaty summer way, ride your horse and make him exercise while during winters keep it warm and don’t go hard on it. Sweat can be removed by wet sponge and again the grooming and cleaning with different brushes. There is no fixed time to groom your horse, do it when you feel like and do it properly and gently all over the body using different combs and curries. There are separate face brushes which can are made for the face, use sponge or cloth to clean the ears, eyes and nose. If you have multiple horses avoid using same wipes to prevent spreading of any infections.

2. Shelter

So you have a got a huge house, a wide backyard, nearby some stretch of fields and a separate paddock for your horsey, but it needs its own house too. A stable, a barn or a shed would do. Covered from three sides, this would be where your horse would take refuge in summers, during cold and in rains. Make sure the place around is clean, stuffed with hay. Make sure the droppings are cleaned regularly and your horse has a clean and dry bedding of its own where it can rest away, even the smell can irritate your pet. Even when the horse is outside the muck should be regularly cleaned.

1. Care

Horses are gentle creatures. They just need your care and patience and they can be your best friends. Buy when only when you think you can fully take care of it. Regular medical checkup is necessary. Horses need to get Tetanus and other vaccinations once in a while and regular veterinary care. On any medical eventuality, the  costs are going to blow you away, so think before you wish to own your equine. Since they graze upon grass regularly, horses are prone to get intestinal worms, hence the deworming is required every six to eight weeks.

Remember a healthy horse is a happy horse.

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Relocating and have got a pet? Pet owners always freak out a little when it comes to taking their pets to a new place. Before you choose your dream home, make sure it is as good for your pet as it is for you. Your pet shouldn’t feel alien or uncomfortable in a foreign place. Make sure the dog in the neighborhood isn’t too aggressive or always kept loose, there might be chances of your pet getting into an unwanted fight unnecessarily.

1. Space

Ensure there is ample space for your pet as it was in the house before. If not possible at least make sure the pet is let out to roam around if you feel the space is too congested for it. Your kitty doesn’t love much change. Try to make it feel as homely as possible by keeping certain empty shelves for it to climb over and find a space for herself in some corner of the house.

2. Packing

When you are busy putting things in carton and taping them, or when the trucks arrive to take your luggage your pets might not like too much change and may freak out. For that on the day you are moving keep your pet in a quiet room and keep the doors closed until all the commotion is over. You can also send your pet to your friend’s place where it is accustomed to go, so that it doesn’t feel scared by the sound of trucks.

3. Moment

When you move your animals, in crate or a cage, you should be sure they are comfortable enough for a long journey and it doesn’t freak out or get impatient. For this you need to make sure your pet habitual to the crates and cages long before you move. You can first try to keep their food inside an open crate and repeat it periodically. Gradually you can shut the door and have them eat their meals with door shut. Try keeping your pet inside crate for some time or take it for a short drive. You can even keep their favorite toys or piece of cloth, so that they don’t feel alien.

4. Home

It may be exciting for your pet to explore the new house and roam around. For it to get accustomed to the new place start by making them comfortable in one room where they are going to spend their maximum time or where you would like them to stay. Place their favorite toys, food, water and other treats at that place so that they get adjust to the room and make it their home base. Gradually introduce them to other rooms as well, keeping the other rooms shut. Five days is usually enough for your pet to get accustomed to a new place.

5. Additional Tips

Like humans animals can get airsick too. Give your pet light meal the previous evening of travel, at most 12 hours before flight. Avoid giving anything liquid to your pet 4 hours before departure. Also keep in mind that your pet is done with peeing before it begins with the travel. If you are going on a long road trip, take some breaks in the journey for your pet to stretch and relieve itself. A big no to tranquilizers or sedatives during travel as this can hurt them during travel. You can put shredded paper or wood shaving inside the crate for comfortable bedding.

WHILE TRAVELLING BY:

1. Car

Your car can turn into an oven for your pet if leave your pet alone in the vehicle on a hot day. It can even distress and in extreme cases lead to death. Ensure that you don’t leave your pet in the car alone, whilst you are out somewhere. Make sure your pet is not super excited and disturbs you while driving. When you or anyone else exits from car, make sure they don’t follow you and escape from the vehicle. Cats, birds, rabbits and other such pets can be kept in crates or cages that have proper ventilation with enough space to sit up, stretch or curl around in their usual positions. The crate should be securely placed to avoid any accidents while applying sudden brakes and cause injury to your pet. Before taking them for the long journey, take them for small car trips so that they are accustomed to it. Make sure they don’t suffer from travel sickness, otherwise consult your vet. Make sure your pet has ample water to drink. Don’t feed them too much during the journey. A meal 2 hours before the journey should be fine enough. Take regular breaks in between so that your pet can go to toilet and stretch around a little.

2. Train

Travelling by train can be a little stressful looking at the sound and continuous movement. Try to make the journey as short as possible as your pet may not be accustomed to the sounds and the sights. It may be freaking or too exciting for him leading to unexpected reactions. You can contact the railway prior to journey to know the rules and policies of travelling with the pet. Again the crate or cage should be secure and robust and big enough for your pet to stay comfortably in. Travel when it is cooler, and when you expect less people around, may be early morning or late night. Again make sure your pet has plennty of water.

3. Ferry

In most cases you may not be allowed to accompany with your dog in the passenger area. Contact the travel people prior to arrangements for travel to know about their pet travel policies.  You would have to keep your pet in crates or cages, or leave them in the car if you feel it is cool and safe. Before doing that make sure your pet can’t escape and land itself into danger. Proper ventilation in and around the crate is a must along with ample water. Your pet might get sickness or may freak out in an alien environment, so take a look over a few times if your pet is comfortable. Keep it busy with his favorite toy and food and let him feel everything is normal. Let the ferry officials know you have a pet along with you so that necessary measures for its safety and comfort and advice some to you too.

4. PLANE

Your pets can’t travel with you in the cabin of the plane; they will be kept in the hold. Hold is usually temperature controlled and ventilated but while the plane is on ground t can become warm. Also if there is any delay in the flight the situation may worsen. Sometimes they do not allow the hold to be opened even during high temperatures. Considering all this you should decide upon selecting the mode of transportation for your pet. Choose the direct flight for your destination, don’t go for break journeys. Travel in early morning or late night to avoid warm conditions. Make sure the water is provided to your in non spill container or even gel water can be provided. Try to get your pet accustomed to flight containers if possible. Contact the air-transport people prior to journey so that they can take necessary measures for comfort and safety of your pet.

Above all make sure that you have got all legal rights and requirements to take your pet along if you are travelling to a different country altogether.

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According to Wikipedia “Purebreds, also called purebreeds, are cultivated varieties or cultivars of an animal species, achieved through the process of selective breeding. When the lineage of a purebred animal is recorded, that animal is said to be pedigreed.” In other words, if a German shepherd mates with another German shepherd, their pups will have similar characteristics to their parents and not to other breeds in their gene pool. However, just like human babies may have congenital defects due to their parents being related, breeding from too small a gene pool, especially direct inbreeding, can lead to the passing on of undesirable characteristics. It may even cause a collapse of a breed population due to inbreeding depression. Therefore there has always been a debate about when to allow ‘outside’ stock for breeding purposes as this can improve the overall health and vigor of the breed. Purebred animal breeds are also susceptible to a wide range of congenital health problems. Then why do humans demand for purebred pets? Why is an animal, whose ancestry has been recorded, considered a better pet than a mutt? These questions are simply beyond me, especially after knowing the ill effects of pure breeding. My article is going to focus on the effect of this, especially on dogs.

Genetic conditions are a particular problem for dog breeds that do not accept any outside breed or blood. Most kennel clubs make a dog breed with its parents or siblings, which is morally as well as genetically disgusting. Some of the most common conditions arise from inbreeding. These include hip dysplasia, seen in large breed dogs, von Willebrand disease, a disease that affects platelets that is inherited in Doberman Pinschers, entropion, a curling in of the eyelid seen in Shar Peis and many other breeds, progressive retinal atrophy, inherited in many breeds, deafness, and epilepsy, known to be inherited in Belgian Shepherd Dogs, German Shepherd Dogs, Cocker Spaniels, and St. Bernards. Many dogs are bred with exaggerated features to please dog show judges! In reality, not only do ‘purebred’ dogs riddle with genetic diseases, but dog breeds are not even a real thing! We have made them up! We often talk about dog breeds as if nature created them that way and as though every mutt were just a mix of different purebreeds. But in reality, mutts are healthier than the so called ‘purebreds’ and pure-breeding is a sort of genetic manipulation humans made up just to amuse themselves. 90% of all dog breeds have been created in the last century! Because our ancestors thought that dogs should live upto our arbitrary standards, even though it causes them to get sick and die.

In 2008, the BBC ran a documentary on the health problems in pedigree dogs.A summary of the main points of that documentary are as follows:

• 60% of Golden retrievers die of cancer.
• 1 in 3 of King Charles’ Spaniels have skulls that are smaller than their brains!
• Great Danes are so huge that their hearts cannot support their bodies!
• Male Dalmations have difficulty in urinating due to stone formation.
• Bull dogs are a total genetic failure and are victims of borderline animal abuse! They can barely breath due to their squashed noses, their heads are so big that they can only give birth through caesarian, their tails can become ingrown, they have hip dysplasia and their average life expectancy is 6 years!
• The Bull Terriers have respiratory diseases due to their oversized snouts, supernumerary teeth and are compulsive tail-chasers.
• The Basset Hound has suffered too many changes to its rear leg structure that has made it stand so low that its stomach nearly touches the ground! It also has excessive skin, vertebra problems, droopy eyes prone to entropion and ectropion and excessively large ears.
• The Boxer have an extremely short snout, has difficulty in breathing, has lower hindquarters and has difficulty controlling its temperature in hot weather. It also has one of the highest cancer and many of them suffer from seizures.
• The Dachshunds are prone to dwarfism and do not have properly functional legs or necks for their size. There is barely any clearance between their chest and the floor.
• The mutations in German Shepherd Dogs serve no purpose but have made it an imbalanced breed that is more prone to cancer.
• The St. Bernard is oversized, has difficulty breathing and has too much skin due to which it quickly overheats and cannot work like thebreed was meant to. Their common diseases include entropion, ectropion, Stockard’s paralysis, hemophilia, osteosarcoma, aphakia and fibrinogen deficiency.
• Pugs have high blood pressure, heart problems, low oxygenation, difficulty breathing, tendency to overheat, dentition problems, and skin fold dermatitis. Even their double curled tail is a genetic defect that leads to paralysis in serious cases.

When new born puppies don’t fit the ridiculous and harmful breed standards imposed by us humans, who like to play God all the time, they are culled by the breeder. Completely healthy puppies are euthanized, just because they don’t look perfect. This is sick. The next time you feel like bringing a pup home, pick up a stray or adopt one from the animal shelter. But I beg you to not ask for a ‘purebred pedigreed’ dog, because that is just wrong and against the laws of nature.

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We all want to keep pets. However, it does not always seem plausible to keep a dog or a cat even if we ourselves are more than ready to shoulder the responsibility. The problem, as is most common in apartments in big cities, is the lack of space and the objection of flatmates and neighbors about having a pet. This, even though a problem which loos large over the urban life in general, can be somewhat alleviated by adopting what we can call apartment pets. Apartment pets can vary in genus- they can be rodents or reptiles or even mammals, but one which unites them into one single category is their small size. So, to put it simply, apartment pets are very similar to pocket pets, are easy to carry and can kept without letting the entire housing colony know. Although hamsters, rats, mice, chinchillas ,degus and gerbils are considered popular apartment pets, people who have a thing for reptiles and amphibians but do not have the time and space for a snake and the desire to house a common toad can opt for Fire bellied newts. Fire bellied newts, contrary to popular belief, are easily available in pet shops that house more than cats and dogs.

Fire bellied newts usually belong to the genus cynops, and the most available kind is called the Chinese fire bellied newts or Cynops Orientalis. You might also find them named variously as the oriental fire bellied newts or the dwarf fire bellied newts. Another variety, though not that common is the Japanese fire bellied newts or Cynops Pyrrhogaster. Both of these varieties show an alarming similarity in their appearance. They range from dark brown to black with the occasional;y contrasting fiery reddish orange markings on the belly. These markings are what you can call the newts’s self defense mechanism since these markings produce potent skin toxins which wards off potential predators. The main difference between a Chinese and a Japanese fire bellied newt is that the Japanese one can handle a larger prey while content with a little space to live in.

I will talk about housing a fire bellied newt in the next article. For now, I am limiting myself to the food habits of a newt in captivity. You can give it an assortment of bloodworms, frozen or live, according to what you are more comfortable with, chopped earthworms, which you can chop yourself or buy chopped ones from the pet shop, brine shrimp, glass shrimp, daphnia ans also freeze-dried tubifex cubes. Quite a meal, I must say! If you fail to find the above mentioned newt food, you might just consider looking for frozen bloodworms since they are the most available of the lot. Bigger shops will, I imagine, be keeping these since fire bellied newts are fairly common with people desiring to keep amphibians as pets, and are thus variously available. If you find their food habits a bit yucky , and I am sure this is not a very uncommon feeling considering their peculiar( to us, at least) dietary preferences, you might oft for floating reptile or amphibians sticks, more commonly known by the name of  Repto-Min. However, do not be cocksure that your  pet newt will be okay with this because more often than not, fire- bellied newts reject this food and wait till their choice of food is provided. They are very resilient creatures, and will not budge till they get what they want!

If you are more inclined to adopting a Japanese fire bellied newt, which, as I said earlier, are more used to hunting for larger plays, you can consider feeding them feeder guppies. This is recommended only if you are comfortable with giving your newt live food, and are okay with some bloodshed. For trust me, blood will be spilled if you introduce a guppy or any such smaller small fish into the aquarium! There is a very practical reason for the popularity of the fire bellied newt as an ideal apartment pet apart from the obvious ones that they are less vulnerable and therefore need less tending or looking after. You can take a lucky guess: it is something that makes it somewhat akin to a goldfish. Well…what do you think that is? Ta da!You do not have to feed your pet everyday if, luckily, your pet is a  fire bellied newt who can live for two to three days without food, and unlike goldfish, you do not have to worry about their dying on you if you fail to feed them. They do not require to looked after and they do not really have predators, unless in the wilderness. You might want to do a little experiment and decrease or increase the intake of food to witness at what rate it is going plumper or thinner. Also, you must keep in mind, and this is actually a common knowledge, that it is always better to underfeed than overfeed. Another reason to not overfeed your fire bellied newt in particular is because the excess food left uneaten or undigested causes the production of toxins which builds up in the tank, making a poisonous habitat of an otherwise compliant place.

Fire bellied newts are rewarding pets if you are not a person who wants to cuddle your pets. This does not mean that these newts are unfriendly. In fact, they are quite amiable once they know you are to be trusted.  They can look after themselves and do not require constant vigil. To keep it short, they are undoubtedly the ideal apartment pets.

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Rabbits make for great indoor pets who you do not really need to take care of by making them go on long walks but instead are known to be living, social beings who are so very active with humans. Human interactions are what keeps them away from depression and loneliness which is why they are the best pets that are a source of active entertainment for one and all. Rabbits even act as a good learning animal for little kids around the house as the new borns are able to retrieve a lot of vital education from the characteristics of this furry creature.

KID & BUNNY DEVELOPING STAGES

Rabbits have known to be a favourite amongst other indoor pets since the very 18^th century prior to which they were used for their fur or for food. Rabbits have distinctive personalities as they can be as playful as kittens, as independent as cats or even as loyal as dogs but at the very same time carry with themselves this aura of being unique in their own way. They are very adaptive in nature and can easily recognize and remember names as well as they can remember words, and can even use the litterboxes easily without creating a fuss. For rabbits, Pet shops and rabbit shows are usually high-stress settings. Foster homes, as well as some progressive shelters, offer a better chance to meet rabbits and to get to know them in an environment conducive to relaxed interactions, where their personalities can shine.

There are many things that must be taken into consideration when it comes to taking care of your pet rabbit, some of the relatively imperative ones have been listed as below:

1. Find a perfect cage:

It is vital for a new rabbit owner to find the appropriate cage for their pet rabbit as rabbit have the tendency to become ferocious if they feel like they are being cornered, or restricted into an area. The following aspects of a cage must be taken into account:-

• Cage must be either wooden or should be made of plastic.
• Cage must have wired bars attached to it.
• You can get a doe and a buck if you want to breed or if that is the only choice. It is recommended that you get your rabbit spayed or neutered.
• The cage must be latched at night for tight security.

THE PERFECT BUNNY CAGE

Wires are imperative in a cage as rabbits can get a disorder called pododermatitis if they are always on wire floors.

2. Rabbit Food:

For a newly born rabbit which is less than 6 Months old the following food stuff must always be AVOIDED:-

• CARROTS
• APPLES
• CORN
• BERRIES

For a dwarf rabbit, only one round of feeding is sufficient every day where as one may give Timothy Hay to rabbits when they are this young as this particular hay provides for the adequate nutrition.

For a rabbit which is older than 6 months one may provide the animal with a cup of fruits or vegetables or greens as a very tasty snack for them.

One must always AVOID pet store food for Rabbits, as they may cause sickness to your pet and may not always be fresh. Water is another element that must be provided to these animals as a necessity.

Overfeeding must always be avoided, as rabbits have the tendency to burn off carbohydrates and nutrients very quickly which is why consistency must always be taken into consideration when feeding such animals.

3. Rabbit Exercise:

Although rabbits can easily sustain inside a cage, but they must be let out once a while for proper and healthy development. Although leaving them outside in the environment hopping around all ALONE may lead to some bird snatching the poor bunny away, which is why they must be let out only and only under supervision.

One must purchase the appropriate rabbit harness and leash for such supervision to take place carefully as rabbits unlike dogs when on a walk tend to run away. When taking a rabbit out on a walk, the rabbit might dominate over your hands, and may walk you instead which is why one must keep up with them and have the stamina to walk along with their pet rabbits when they go out grazing grass. One gets more exercise while walking a rabbit than walking a dog in comparison.

4. Bunny Proofing:

It is important for any new rabbit owner to BUNNY PROOF their houses in order to adjust a bunny into their homes and vice-versa. This becomes a part of your lifestyle when getting a rabbit as your pet. Even if you keep the bunny in a cage, condo, or puppy pen, you still will need to safeguard your home when you let the rabbit out for supervised exercise. Rabbits are very curious and persistent creatures.

They will find a way to get into your computer cables, wires, molding, couch piping, slightly frayed rug, etc. They will eat your most important documents.

Cords must be concealed so that the rabbit cannot reach them. Exposed cords can be encased in vinyl tubing (found at hardware stores).

By splitting the tubing lengthwise with a utility knife the cord can be pushed inside it. Give your rabbit enough attention, safe chewables, and toys, so that she is distracted from chewing furniture and rugs. A cardboard box stuffed with hay makes an inexpensive play box. Young rabbits (under a year) are relatively more inclined to mischief and require more confinement and/or bunny-proofing than mature rabbits.

5. Maintaining a Rabbit’s Health:

One must keep the following things in mind when taking care of a pet rabbit:-

• One must regularly check the rabbit’s health by keeping a tab of the number of sneezes, coughing or running drops are exceeding the normal limit. Mild rabbit symptoms like these must be taken into account and be followed up with a check-up with the veterinarian as a safety measure.
• In order to keep your pet rabbits calm during any vet- visits, they must be flipped on their backs and their sides must be stroked gently so that they do not create a fuss during such visits. This process is even called TRANCING, which must be done very cautiously.
• One must never BATHE their rabbits, as they are very capable of maintain themselves and have enough natural oils pigments in their body to be hygienic.

On the other hand, water can get in their ears and their ears can get infected. Also, the stress of a bath can be very bad for your rabbit’s health.

• One must even groom their pets as often as they can by cutting their toe nails frequently in order to avoid any cuts or scratches. Rabbits are not known to be docile and may kick as well when being held up.

Rabbits are fun loving creatures for all who are not DOG PEOPLE or who are not CAT PEOPLE.

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Spiders are known to be the very scary insects that everyone runs away from. They are insects, and on top of that insects with 8 legs that might make anyone squeak while crawling up your arms and the very worst of their characteristics, they might STING you, that too really hard. Their sting will not turn you into SPIDER-MAN but might put you in some dangerous situation. But for people who are enthusiasts about such unique pets are in for a good time, as spiders are known to be great, fascinating pets if taken care of in a reasonable manner.

Known to be the most unconventional out of the lot of the usual cats and dogs that one would usually prefer buying, some people keep spiders as pets as they like the idea of having such an unusual pet whereas others might in order to get rid of their fear of spiders which is even known as ARACHNOPHOBIA. Being unconventional makes them stand out as well; yes, they don’t fetch a stick for you or play catch with, they cannot be even taken out for multiple walks in a day  but they can be fascinating to watch and, if you choose a breed that lends itself to easy handling they can also be rather fun.

There are more than thousand species of spiders but the ones that are conventionally domesticated are the TARANTULAS which provide as great pets for almost everybody. There are many species of these TARANTULAS that provide for great pets.

PINK TOED TARANTULAS:

Tarantulas like the Pink Toed Tarantulas are ones who make their habitats up at a very high space like a tree or on the side of a building and cannot be confined to a solitary atmosphere like that of a cage.

PINK TOED TARANTULAS

But at the very same time, they tend not to get out of their homes for weeks all together and might not be thus accounted for amazing pets.

CURLY HAIRED TARANTULAS:

CURLY HAIRED TARANTULAS

They are very active in nature and thus are seen more often than the Pink Toed Tarantulas as they are terrestrial beings and tend to stay on the ground more often than not and thus make for good pets.

CHILE ROSE:

These are the most active in nature and being terrestrial as well they tend to crawl out on hands and at the very same time sit on a log for hours together.

They come in different colors too like pink, blue and green as well.

ORANGE COLORED WOLF SPIDER

If one does not find Tarantulas as attractive they may go for other spiders as well like:

• JUMPING SPIDERS:

JUMPING SPIDERS ARE MORE THAN 3 INCHES GENERALLY

• WOLF SPIDERS:

WOLF SPIDERS ARE VERY SMALL(LESS THAN 1 INCHES)

• FISHING SPIDERS: 

FISHING SPDIERS ARE VERY FAST ON VERTICALLY ARRANGED PEICES OF LOG

• GRASS SPIDERS: 

GRASS SPIDERS HAVE AMAZING CREATIVITY WHEN IT COMES TO MAKING WEBS FOR THEMSELVES

There are many advantages and disadvantages of keeping a Spider, and thus all of these must be taken into account when keeping spiders as your pets.

ADVANTAGES OF HAVING A SPIDER:

1. SPIDERS KEEP YOUR POCKETS HAPPY:

Tarantulas are not that good to your pockets but at the very same time spiders require little or no investments. They can be captured anywhere and eat really less as well.

2. SPIDERS ARE LOW-MAINTENANCE:

Spiders should not be taken as no-work pets, as they do require some amount of research into buying one but at the very same time once their requirements are taken care of they require only water and food supplies to be taken care of.

3. SPIDERS HELP IN EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT:

For curious struck kids, spiders can provide for good samples as they can be observed for hours straight and a web-building, burrowing or hunting spider can prove to be very fascinating to observe and provide for as a great source of entertainment for budding scientists.

DISADVANTAGES OF HAVING A SPIDER:

1. SPIDERS ARE GREAT AT ESCAPING:

Scuttling behind furniture or escaping via routes of tiny cracks are their specialty which allows for spiders to not be confined to their cages.

2. SPIDERS CANNOT BE HANDLED:

Until and unless you are really into it, spiders are barely user-friendly as they tend to become vicious if they are fiddled with or can be killed, injured if not handled properly. Prior to contemporary beliefs spiders cannot be taken out in a pocket or on your shoulders.

3. SPIDERS AND SAFETY:

We all know that spiders are one of the very dangerous insects that consists of venom in their tentacles. They even have small fangs that has the capability of breaking into a human’s skins. Their bites might result in rashes and cuts that are very sore and with spiders like BLACK WIDOW’S or BROWN RECLUSE’S may even cause serious injuries or death with their bites. Thus spiders cannot be handled on a regular basis.

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SPIDER:-

1. FIND A SUITABLE SPIDER FOR YOURSELF:

One must take into account all the pros and cons of buying a spider before one locks down on buying one as a pet. Tarantulas might escape before you even realize. The spider groups most suitable for captivity are spiders that can hunt on foot, these include jumping spiders and wolf spiders.

2. GET A CONTAINER:

After locking down on the suitable spider one must get an appropriate or the most suitable habitat-friendly container/jar for that very spider, if one fails to do this, the spider might die within a span of 6 months. There must be enough holes in the jar that allows for humidity/air to pass through and at the very same time not big enough for the insect to escape. A small jar lid or cup with wet paper towel or cotton will help to maintain humidity. A jar with a hinge would be the best for anyone to keep a spider. One may even put a small covering of sand or soil in the bottom and a leaf, rock or some other object that the spider can hide under and make its lair. There must be a separate hole for the food intake.

3. WATER:

The most important element of a spider being able to live a long healthy life is water! Water allows for the spider to sustain itself, although water might not have to be given directly in the cage, it can be provided via humidity as well. Spiders cannot live without water at all, and may get dehydrated and die within a span of a month if not given sufficient amounts.

A science-enthusiast must have a spider for pure observance needs!

Or one may even get it for sole entertainment that is at very less investment cost!

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In humans, the pregnancy period is quite a delicate time, so is for animals. Proper attention care is required towards the animal whether it is diet, safety, exercise or meds. First thing to keep in mind is that, you should not breed your pet unless are ready to take up the responsibility of the litter. Just for the matter that your dog/cat should have the experience of having a litter is not a reason enough for breeding your pet. Also if you have already planned for it then you should go to a responsible breeder who has considerable knowledge about your breed. You can also consult the vet first to get the breeding done.

After your dog/cat is in the gestation period, a lot of attention and care is required from your side being an owner. Below are few important points that you should realize while taking care of your pet.

Diet

This is the first and the most important thing that your dog/cat needs good nutrition. Now that she is carrying babies, she needs to intake extra calories, to feed more than one. Improper diet can even lead to death of newborns. After mating and while gestation, you should make sure that your pet eats properly. During the first few weeks dogs eat in normal amounts but as the weeks precede so does their requirement. By the end of the gestation period they tend to eat 1.5 times their initial diets. Same applies to your cat so increase the amount of food you provide to your pet. Give your dog/cat commercial dog/cat food that is high in calories. Also talk to your vet about the dietary habits for your pet and how to make it better. Most importantly provide ample amount of water at all times.

Exercise and Fitness

You dog should undergo sufficient exercises though not vigorous ones. The target should be to ease the complications during delivery and not weight loss. Regular outdoor walks should keep your pregnant dog fit and fine. Cats usually take care of themselves on their own during pregnancy. They may undergo morning sickness like certain behavior changes, not having food on time, vomiting and restlessness. But worry not this is a part of the hormonal changes going inside her body. Sometimes you might not even notice such changes. If the cat doesn’t eat food for a long stretch of time do consult your vet. Weight loss is not recommended for your pet and a lot of rest and sleep is required, so don’t try to tire your pet, in the name of exercise. Again plenty of water is a must.

Discharge

Your pet both dogs and cats experience discharge from genital area during pregnancy. The discharge is often pinkish in color in case of dogs and transparent in case of cats. If the color of discharge differs, it can be pus or blood. You should immediately contact your vet in this situation. In case of cats, if the discharge is pink it is a fungal infection while green discharge indicates bacterial infection.  After delivery discharge is normal in case of cats, which can be thick and either punk or brown in color. This continues for 10 days so no need to worry. Discharge during pregnancy should be taken seriously ignoring certain conditions can even lead to abortion or premature delivery.

Surroundings

To make your dog/cat go through the gestation period comfortably you need to ensure that their surrounding environment is stress free and tranquil. Make separate bedding for your cat, some time before her due date like a box. Provide comfortable bedding or base, by putting a soft towel, blanket or may be an old launder that makes them feel warm and cozy. Place it in a silent location; make it a point to keep it away from other pets and children in the house so that your cat/dog may rest silently without any disturbances. Let her know where the box is kept but don’t force her to be there. She may end up choosing some other location to give birth or may even make changes according to her wish in her newly made space. Keep your pet away for three weeks after parturition so as to prevent transmission of any potential diseases.

After Birth Care

You should make sure that your pet feels comfortable and secure around people in the house. Keep a separate den for the new mommy where she can feed and tender to her litter without any trouble or disturbances. Keep a bowl of water close by, but make sure that pups don’t fall into it by mistake. Change the bedding regularly to avoid smell and maintain hygiene in their resting place. Clean the puppy poop from time to time, although in case of cats, the queen, that’s what the new mommy is called, tends to eat up her baby poop, clean and groom them simultaneously. This behavior is sometimes seen in dogs too and is fairly normal. Ensure that your pet has proper food even during lactation. Whenever you feel any abnormal changes like loss of appetite in your pet, insatiable thirst, discharge etc contact your vet.

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Doberman, the name itself sounds quirky. Though it is a common pet breed, people have stereotyped this dog as more of a temperamental and aggressive breed. On the contrary they are loyal and obedient family dogs. With their strong built, alertness and intelligence, these dogs were earlier used as guard dogs, police dogs and even war dogs but it has turned out to be less common these days. With their ferocity they tend to show aggressive behavior towards strangers and other dogs, but when it comes to their owner, they are most loving and protective. It is highly unlikely that they show aggression towards their owners.

History

This breed is not an original one but is said to be a pedigree of many other species which includes Rottweiler, German pinscher, Great Dane, German shepherd, Manchester terrier, and English greyhound. You would be surprised to know that the Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann, a local tax collector in the German state of Thuringia around 1890 created the breed so as to provide him protection during his collections in different places. His aim was to have a dog that would not only be loyal and intelligent but would also turn into a ferocious animal to protect his owner. With the birth of Doberman Pinscheres, two gentlemen namely, Otto Goeller and Philip Greunig continued developing the breed which came out to be the dog that we see today.

Appearance

Dobermans have athletic body. Males are muscular and females are a little thin comparatively. They standing up to height of 64cm and weigh roughly 41kgs, on an average. They have short fur coat usually black or brown in color with patches or tans. They don’t require much grooming.  With slender bodies and square build these dogs are a perfect combination of strength, agility, ferocity and intelligence. Your watchful dog would surely protect you from the unwanted strangers but it will also turn out to be an obedient family pet.

Tails

Doberman have long tails naturally, not as we see them around. The tail gets is deliberately cut short by docking, wherein a major part of the tail is surgically removed. Originally it was done to ensure that the tail doesn’t come in the way of dog’s work. Also the natural tail is quite long and slender. Being hit by a Doberman’s undocked tail is more like a whip, so people prefer to dock their Dobie’s tail although it is a illegal practice in some European countries and Australia, including cropping of their ears.

Health

Your dog will give you a good company for 10 to12 years, on average. But there may be certain health issues with dogs, especially Doberman Pinschers that develop a cardiac disease that causes uncertain deaths among this breed. The disease turns out to be fatal to the affected dog most of the times. According to studies Dobermans even have chances of suffering from prostatic diseases more than any other breed. Neutering the dog can reduce this risk by considerable levels.  Doberman has a muscular built and remain highly active. They require regular exercise on daily basis else they become restless and irritated. A morning and evening walk would keep your dog healthy and happy too. These dogs are loyal and quite attached to their owners. Being a good owner you should always spend quality time with your pet patting and pampering it. This is good for making a healthy bond between you and your dog.

These intelligent mammals show aggression depending upon the situation and are generally sociable towards humans. Known for their traits like powerful, fearless, energetic and loyal, Doberman have a calmer and gentle side to their temperament too. Obedience can be incurred into the dog since early age and they can be trained to socializing around humans and other animals.

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Each one of us pet lovers has gone through a spell/spells of sudden desire of getting a/another pet. Some of us went with the flow and got one while the others just drifted through the phase with unsuccessful attempts to get one of our own. This article won’t tell you to listen to your gut and give way to your temptations, but instead it will fill you with certain situations explaining when getting a pet can be a blunder, i.e. ‘when not to get a pet’. Let the blunder games begin!

Before/After relocating residence

Getting really desperate to bring home a mutt or a cute kitten while still in the process of moving to another place? Just don’t. Getting yourself a pet right before moving out of a place can be as bad as getting one right after moving into a new place. The workload of wrapping and packing would disable you to pet your pet once brought home. Health and care products accompanying your new affection can add up to the load to be transferred, even demanding extra care. The sheer amount of dust engaged from bringing your old stuff to light would pose a threat to the wellbeing of your young at life pet and even the hygiene of its meal.

Similar reasons persist after once you have shifted to your new pad. Cleaning up your pet’s loo will only delay the setup of furniture. It will also take extra efforts from your end to keep your mutt off the new furniture. Hence, it is always suggested to give yourself some time and not let your pet be the victim of the mess relocating makes.

While mending a broken heart

Nothing is more comforting than having your pet up close when undergoing emotional turmoil of during a break up. But don’t let this craving for emotional support be the reason for bringing home a young one. For it would demand responsibility and whole heartedness from you. It anyway won’t be long before you would be done with your melancholy. If the desire to pet a pet is hard to give up for you, consider adopting an adult pet.

When you or your S/O is expecting

It is hard to understand why would one desire to bring home a pet when they are already on their way to bring home a new life. Yes, a pet might be just the best thing to humour your living barrel of hormones of a wife at keep her at ease but nothing would be worse than her stepping into a pool of urine or seeing poop on her favourite rug. It would also split your attention from where it should be at the moment.

Though having an infant and a dog in the same residence is a widely debated topic, I personally have never found it wrong but having an infant and a puppy in the same residence changes the whole deal. No, a little mutt is not likely to harm your baby, the care a puppy demands is what makes it a tough job. A newly born pet requires similar (if not more) attention from your end as in case of an infant. There are regular trips to the vet, a lot of precautions, hygiene troubles as a pup is not potty trained and a not so handy meal to prepare. It is better to cross off the idea of bringing home a pet during the said delicate times.

Under conflict of interest

Living with an arch nemesis of pets? Don’t get one. We often plan to bring home a pet not considering how much the ones we are living with (parents, S/O, pets) dislike having a pet in the house under the assumption that they will adjust. Well, some don’t! The story usually ends with abandoned pets on streets or adoption centres. So if you live with someone who just won’t tolerate the presence of a pet, save them and your pet from cruelty and just don’t bring one home in the first place.

When all you are looking for is a wing man

If the pure purpose of you getting a pet is to have your own personalised wing man then it is just for you. Yes a handsome dog can attract girls for you… along with hours of playtime, poo to clean, fleas to pluck, showers to give and vets to visit. If you find yourself not in the position to take these fraction of all the responsibilities then it is better suggested to get your own Barney Stinson but not a pet.

When the road is your first home

If you live alone and travel for work/fun very often, then considering bringing home a pet might not be best for either you or the pet. Your frequent trips will disable you to train your pet when the time is right or play with your pet when its mood is high. You will be greeted by an overly enthusiast pet while you would be overly exhausted. The pet nannies out in the market may sound like a good idea but frequent use of their services will not only burn a hole in your pocket but also expose your pet to their unreliable practices.

If you are unfortunate enough to land in any of the brackets mentioned above, do learn to harness your desires. As it is not a mere play toy you want to bring home, it’s a life.

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No matter how much we try to believe, cats don’t understand a peanut of the words which come out of our mouth, irrespective of how emotionally moving or full of affection our words are. Hence, the easiest way to express your feelings towards your pet is to pet! Unlike dogs, which, you can have your way with, and be as frank as your buddy from the fourth grade, cats are more like mistress. You either go their way or you maintain your distance. And if by chance, you dare to take things in your hand, make sure you have enough bucks to treat the bleeding scars your cat leaves you with. Yes, cats are very specific with their likes and dislikes especially when it comes to touching them. All you need to do is to harness your urges, turn your mobile phone or any other distraction away and keep the steps mentioned below in your mind. The mistress shall be all smitten if done right!

Getting started-

• Find the right opportunity

Petting your cat is not a thing to be dealt with haste. Make sure you have time at hand and relaxed state of mind. It is best if your cat itself picks up the time to get cosy. Your kitty will let you know by gestures like curling next to your leg or calmly gaining your attention with touch. If your kitty approaches you by rubbing its head over you, yes your pet wants it! If you find yourself desperate to initiate, study your cat’s routine and pick the time to approach her when your little friend is calm and resting.

• Approach

Let us first know what all to avoid while approaching your cat for some petting time.

Cats love their freedom, hence they dislike being restrained or put on leash. Also forcing your hand on them would only draw them away from you. Avoid sudden or desperate movements if you don’t want to end up chasing them.

Then what is the right way? Learn to approach gently, with a smooth movement of your hand bring it at the eye level of your cat, close enough for them to sniff and record your scent. If your kitty is in the mood, she will give you her accordance by rubbing either her head, chin or side of her body on your hand. Hurrah!

The tricks!

•  Give gentle strokes on the middle of the forehead of your cat ranging from between the eyes. Doing this not only relaxes your pet, but also affects its nerve function.
•  After soothing your cat using a gentle touch on her forehead as mentioned above, you can go for a tricky one. Once having your cat in a mood to be pleased, brush the back of your hand gently alongside the face of your kitty. Provide a transition by simultaneously stroking the cat’s whiskers with a gentle touch as well as petting her between her ears at the very same time. This shall provide your cat with some exclusive pleasure if executed with gentle and patient approach.
•   A soothing caressing stroke with your open palm, growing slowly from their throat to chin can impress your cat very well!
•  It is one of the oldest tricks in the book, one that we have seen English women do to their kitties involuntarily in decades old cinema flicks. Yes! It involves running your palm across the entire length of your beloved cat’s back. The trick is to work your open palm from neck till the very beginning of the tail of your cat. Iterate the same procedure maintaining a gentle pace yet increasing the pressure gently with each turn up to a comfortable limit. Avoid any contact with the tail and save your hand from wandering and you shall do just fine. Keep your eyes on your pet for response and adjust accordingly. Avoid experimenting with patting or reaching the sides unless you know the cat very well.
•  Massaging in small circles around the cheeks of your kitty can be pleasing to them. It also positively affects their digestion! Make sure to enroll this trick in your routine.
•  Using your fingers, lightly caress the head of your cat. Limit your area to between the ears, often scratching gently behind the ears too. Most of the cats relish this feeling, especially scratching them from back to front and hardly anything can go wrong with it. If you are well familiar with the cat, you can risk petting the cat under the chin as most of them thoroughly enjoy the sensation.
• Avoid their tummy, no matter how much you think your cat is asking for it. Yes, majority of the cats don’t like being caressed on their belly. Though, some may get in a playful mood when done so but that aggressive act of playing will leave you with scratched arms scarred memories.
•  Some cats can enjoy their feet being given attention, yet some don’t. Start by touching just one foot, if there is no sudden repulsion you may pet your cat’s feet with a finger, going with the flow of fur.

If your cat withdraws itself from your petting, digest it, you were not good enough. Do not try to amend yourself by pulling back your pet, polish your skills for the next time instead. Pulling ears back or cowering is another sign by your cat that your pet is just not into you or at least what you are doing. Your cat may express satisfaction by purring occasionally. Quite opposite to us sapiens, the ultimate achievement of pleasure for a cat by petting still lies in the outcome where your cat falls asleep while your hands are still doing their job. That is the right time to bid farewell with a wide grin and a pat on your own back.

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