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Šarplaninac
The Šarplaninac, also known as the Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog, is a livestock guardian dog originating from Serbia and North Macedonia. It has a very strong protective instinct and is highly territorial. As a fearless protector of livestock herds, a dedicated guard dog and as a service dog for the police and military, it delivers impressive performance.
Which Smells Do Cats Dislike?
Compared to humans, cats have truly super-sensitive noses. They have more than twice as large and ten times as many olfactory cells as we do. It’s no wonder that our feline friends perceive scents much more intensely. So, which smells do cats really dislike?
Ferrets
Ferrets belong to the mustelid family. They are demanding pets that should not be kept alone. With species-appropriate housing, these creatures reveal themselves as intelligent, lively, and remarkably lovable companions.
Cichlids
Along with all the other ornamental fish that made their way early from the tropics and subtropics into home aquariums, many representatives of the extensive and diverse family of Cichlidae (Cichlids) were included.
Diamond Dove
Easily recognisable by their white-speckled wings and the orange ring around their eyes, the diamond dove is a noteworthy exotic petite pigeon hailing from Australia. Nowadays, bird enthusiasts and hobby breeders around the world delight over these sociable birds.
Diamond Dove
Easily recognisable by their white-speckled wings and the orange ring around their eyes, the diamond dove is a noteworthy exotic petite pigeon hailing from Australia. Nowadays, bird enthusiasts and hobby breeders around the world delight over these sociable birds.
Angelfish
With their arrow-like fins and shimmering scales, angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) are the absolute stars of any aquarium. Originating from the Amazon region, this tropical fish is part of the cichlid family. If you have an aquarium with warmer water, these fish can be perfectly kept in your home.
Mudi
The Mudi, still relatively unknown outside its native country, is a true all-rounder: as a working dog, it herds livestock and keeps the home and farm free of rats, while as a family dog, it is a tireless companion for sporty people who can give it plenty to do.
How Do Dogs See? All About Colour Perception and Vision
For a long time, people believed dogs could only see in black and white. But our four-legged friends can in fact distinguish colours. In this article, you’ll find out which colours they can see, how well dogs’ eyes work in the dark, and how their eyesight differs from ours.
Abscess in Cats
Abscesses in cats are unfortunately quite common. Particularly combative outdoor cats often come home with one of these pus-filled swellings. You can find out how to recognise an abscess and how it is properly treated in the following article.