Being able to distinguish venomous from non-venomous snakes is an important and life-saving skill to have in areas where both types of snake are present. The copperhead snake (Agkistrodon contortrix) is a venomous snake found in North America that risks being confused with the similar-looking, nonvenomous milk snake (Lampropeltis triangulum). You can use visual and … Read more
What kind of a world do we live in where I havent yet done a photo essay on the low-riding majesty that is Dachshund puppies? Believe me, I no sooner noticed this gap in our cute puppy picture series than I decided it must be remedied, and with all due haste! Is there another small … Read more
The ball python (Python regius), also called the royal python, is a python species native to West and Central Africa, where it lives in grasslands, shrublands and open forests. This nonvenomous constrictor is the smallest of the African pythons, growing to a maximum length of 182 cm (72 in).[2] The name “ball python” refers to … Read more
– Brindle Memory Foam Dog Bed [Best Memory Foam] Features 3 of shredded memory foam for relieving joint pain, plus several small sizes to choose from! Dog owners want to provide the best for their pets, from food and toys to a special spot that they can call their own. Avoid oversized cushions made for … Read more
When it’s time to head outside and enjoy the sunny, warm summer skies of East Tennessee — it’s good to know what kind of wildlife is out there in the many popular outdoor attractions. Locally, East Tennessee has 23 of those snake species that are frequently found in the area, two of which are venomous … Read more
In 1930, exportation of the Husky from Siberia was halted until 1933 when Naval Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd brought about fifty Siberian Huskies with him on an expedition. Today the Husky ranks at number twelve with the American Kennel Club. The term Bulldog was mentioned in literature around 1500 as Bondogge and Bolddogge. The … Read more
No one wants to leave their guinea pigs alone for an extended period, but its something that happens if you have work or tend to travel regularly. If you are a piggy parent, you must have found this problematic, as you always wonder how long your pet can go without eating and drinking and what … Read more
Bred initially near England and Scotlands border, the Border Collie breed is a highly intelligent, energetic herding breed. However, their history is not limited only to their incredible sheep herding skills. These brilliant dogs have been featured in famous Scottish poetry, acted in tons of films and television shows, broken many world records, and were … Read more
Could it be that some of the fruits we eat can also be consumed by our pet turtles? While some are perfectly safe and sometimes healthy for out turtles, some are not. Where about bananas? Having been interested in this topic, I decided to conduct some research which I would like to present to you … Read more
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