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Borzoi
The noble, large sighthound from Russia, whose breed name “Borzoi” derives from the Russian word for “fast”, is one of the oldest dog breeds and among the fastest land animals in the world. If it is allowed plenty of free running, this energetic, full-blooded hunter reveals itself as a calm and affectionate family dog.
FIP in Cats (Feline Infectious Peritonitis): Symptoms and Treatment
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is one of the most feared infectious diseases in cats. This article summarises the most important information about FIP in cats and explains how you can protect your cat from FIP and what treatment options are available.
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.
Wolf and Dog Compared
The dog is considered man’s best friend – despite descending from a predator. When wolves and dogs went their separate ways and how much wild animal still lies within the modern domestic dog are explored in this article.
Irish Red Setter
Its graceful beauty has turned the Irish Red Setter, or Irish Setter for short, into a real trendsetter. However, this great popularity has not always done the elegant hunter any favours. Unfortunately, when welcoming an Irish Red Setter into their home, more than a few dog lovers have failed to consider that this four-legged friend requires not only experience with dogs but also a relatively high time commitment compared to other dog breeds.
Dangerous Foods for Cats
As early as the zoologist and animal behaviour researcher Paul Leyhausen pointed out that cats do not necessarily eat only what is actually good for them. This makes it all the more important for a cat’s human companion to be well informed about which of their own foods can be dangerous to cats. Some foods that are beneficial to human health are, in fact, highly toxic for cats.