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I'll Scratch Your Back if You'll Scratch Mine

2011-02-25T16:06:00.000-08:00

I'll Scratch Your Back if You'll Scratch Mine
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Giraffe from the Denver Zoo

2011-02-25T11:01:00.000-08:00

Giraffe from the Denver Zoo

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This is the Paradise Tanager - Beautiful Bird

2011-02-25T10:53:00.000-08:00

This is the Paradise Tanager - Beautiful Bird

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Have You Ever Heard of Bear Baying or Baiting?

2011-02-25T10:44:00.000-08:00

In my personal email today I received a newsletter notice from the South Carolina's Information Highway or SCIWAY. This newsletter brings me all types of information about what might be ...

Please read the entire article here: Have You Ever Heard of Bear Baying or Baiting?

A Winter Visit to the Denver Zoo

2011-02-15T02:16:00.001-08:00

One of my favorite places to go in the winter on a nice day is the Denver Zoo.

Please see the slide show here: A Winter Visit to the Denver Zoo

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Have You Heard about the Lion Fish Problem in Florida?

2011-01-07T05:05:00.000-08:00

Do you even know what a Lion Fish is? Most people see these types of fish only in aquariums. They are quite fascinating, but they really don’t look appetizing.

The Lion Fish is not the friendliest of fish either. They have spike like fins that are venomous. You don’t want to get too close. A marine conservation group in Florida has come up with what, they think, is a solution to the over population of the fish in the Florida Keys. Apparently, these fish are wreaking....

The Leadbeater's Cockatoo a Unique Bird

2010-11-04T07:55:00.000-07:00

Aside from the flamingo, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more beautiful bird. This bird is also called the Major Mitchell Cockatoo or the Pink Cockatoo, and is native to Australia. It has the most beautiful coloring of white and salmon pink. My experience of seeing the bird was on a visit to the Denver Zoo. My two year old granddaughter was completely enthralled by the two Leadbeater’s Cockatoos that were on display there.

I was disappointed that there was no information about the birds on the Denver Zoo website. I did, however, find where the Brookfield Zoo in Chicago h... Read More: The Leadbeater's Cockatoo a Unique Bird

A Look at the Denver Zoo

2010-09-27T21:05:00.000-07:00

I love going to the Denver Zoo. I don't get to go often, but when I do I usually take pictures of the animals that I see. Just wanted to share a few of the pictures that I have taken in a slideshow format. Hope you enjoy looking at them as much as I enjoyed taking them.

Rosie, the Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula

2010-09-25T14:24:00.000-07:00

This is a Big Spider

My first and only experience with a tarantula was at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, Colorado. This particular creature is one of the crawl-a-see-em insects that you can get up close and personal with.

When I first met Rosie, a Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula, she was crawling around on her handlers hand. I was quite intrigued with her and at first I only wanted to photograph and ask questions about her. I discovered .... From: Rosie, the Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula

Yorkie Health Tip: Taking Care of Your Yorkshire Terrier's Ears

2010-09-24T08:38:00.000-07:00

A Yorkshire Terrier owner needs to pay close attention to the Yorkie's ears. Because of the Yorkie's long hair and the growth of hair inside the ear, Yorkies tend to get ear infections and ear mites. You need to inspect your Yorkies ears at least once a week. Following is a list of dos and don'ts for Yorkshire Terrier ear care.

Do remove hair from the inside of a Yorkie's ears
If you have your Yorkie regularly groomed, the groomer can do a good job of removing the hair inside the ear. In between professional grooming you can remove any accumulated hair by plucking it out of the ear by grabbing the hair with your fingers and giving a quick tug. If your Yorkie is very accommodating, you can...From: Yorkie Health Tip: Taking Care of Your Yorkshire Terrier's Ears

The Lionfish a Unique Fish for Your Salt Water Aquarium

2010-09-07T19:49:00.000-07:00

Not only is the lionfish unique, but it’s also venomous. Years ago I managed a pet store. We had salt water tanks and the lionfish is a salt water fish. We always had several of these fish in our tanks. People were fascinated with them because they looked so unusual.

The Lion Fish has a lot of personality, but you want to stay away from their spines as this is where you can get stung. These fish live naturally in regions such as Australia, Japan, Malaysia, Korea, and the Pitcairn Islands. This is a favorite fish of salt water enthusiasts. Their sting is...From: The Lionfish a Unique Fish for Your Salt Water Aquarium

The Yorkshire Terrier Makes a Terrific Pet

2010-09-03T16:01:00.001-07:00

I must say that I am partial to the Yorkshire Terrier as I own a beautiful little Yorkie named Bea. They are extremely loveable and have a lot of good qualities.

The Yorkshire terrier is a small dog and this makes them pretty versatile as far as the size of living space required. They are happy, loving and energetic with an extreme loyalty to their families. You couldn’t ask for a sweeter temperament and if they aren’t too little they make good pets around children.

Some Yorkies can be on the small side (sometimes only about 3 to 5 pounds at maturity), this size of dog wo... From: The Yorkshire Terrier Makes a Terrific Pet

Yorkie Health Tip: Care of the Yorkshire Terrier's Teeth

2010-08-24T18:01:00.000-07:00

If you have this small breed dog, it's very important to be watchful of their teeth. Yorkies tend to get gum disease and they also develop plaque on their teeth quite easily.

In order for Yorkies to stay healthy you will need to keep a close watch on their dental health. If you don't attend to this, your Yorkie could develop other health problems such as tooth loss, and other serious...From: Yorkie Health Tip: Care of the Yorkshire Terrier's Teeth

Photos of the Different Stages of a Yorkshire Terriers Growth

2010-08-20T11:31:00.000-07:00

Mrs. Beasley is my 2 1/2 year old Yorkshire Terrier. She weighed only 2.5 pounds when we brought her home. I have put pictures of her on one of my blogs that shows how she has changed over the last few years.

Yorkies are wonderful little dogs with great personalities. Please enjoy The Different Stages of a Yorkshire Terriers Growth

Merrick Pet Food Recall Extended for Texas Hold'Ems Pet Treats

2010-08-09T09:18:00.000-07:00

Back on July 2, 2010 Merrick Pet Foods made their first recall of their Beef Filet Squares (Texas Hold'Ems) pet treats. Now, again in August, they have issued another recall of 83 more cases of the same product. Their mission statement is "Comfort for the Soul". They are a family owned business. They sell dry dog food, canned dog and cat food, and dog chews and treats.

In July the recall affected the 10 oz Beef Filet Squares...From: Merrick Pet Food Recall Extended for Texas Hold'Ems Pet Treats

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2 Lots of Iams Therapeutic Renal Dry Cat Food Recalled

2010-08-09T07:23:00.000-07:00

Proctor and Gamble has recalled two lots of their Iams Veterinary Formula Feline Renal 5.5 lbs of dry cat food. The lot numbers are located on the back of the bags in the lower right corner. The recalled lot codes are 01384174B4 and 01384174B2/

This type of dry food is sold by Veterinarians. The company suspects that there may have been salmonella contamination. So far there have been no adverse affects caused from the food.

If you use this kind of food, be sure to check the codes on the back of your bag. Contact your Vet or Proctor and Gamble on how to return the bag. Proctor and Gambles phone number is 877-894-4458.

Source: http://www.avma.org/petfoodsafety/recalls/2010/proctor-gamble_100725.asp

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Bea the Yorkshire Terrier Goes on Vacation

2010-08-09T06:33:00.000-07:00

Did you ever wonder what your pet thinks? Bea, my Yorkshire Terrier, and I took a little vacation this year. I thought it would be fun to take photos of her doing her doggy things while away. As you photo your pet over a period of time you kind of get a look at what it's like to be one of our furry friends. I created this little slide show and hope your enjoy it. From: Bea the Yorkshire Terrier Goes on Vacation

Are Elevated Pet Bowls Beneficial for Your Dog?

2010-08-08T18:51:00.000-07:00

You've probably seen these pet bowls in pet stores and in pet supply catalogs. I thought they looked like a good idea, but wanted to know if they were really beneficial for my pet, or was this just a marketing ploy.

Dr. Jon of PetPlace.comsaid, "Elevated feeders can be beneficial for dogs with back or neck problems, however they have been associated with an increased risk of bloat. I have never found.....From: Are Elevated Pet Bowls Beneficial for Your Dog?

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What to Feed Your Yorkshire Terrier

2010-08-05T07:23:00.000-07:00

Yorkshire terriers can be picky eaters. In order for them to be healthy you want to make sure that your little Yorkie eats quality food. I talked to my veterinarian about what a good food was to feed my puppy. I decided to feed her Hills Science Diet.

Once you have determined what you want to feed your Yorkie, you will need to find the right combination of food. Bea, my Yorkie, doesn’t eat plain dry dog food very readily. I feed her a combination of dry and canned Science Diet. I purchase the dry lamb and rice for small breed dogs. I also combine canned food. She really likes th... From: What to Feed Your Yorkshire Terrier

Treating Your Dog's Razor Burn After Grooming

2010-08-04T07:29:00.000-07:00

Warning:You can treat this on your own, but be observant. If any part of the area begins to swell or seep, this will indicate an infection. Your vet will be able to prescribe antibiotics to treat your pet.

I occasionally take my little Yorkie, Bea, in for a trim. We live in the South and the summers are very warm. I decided to have Bea cut shorter than normal so that she would be more comfortable in the heat. Bea went....From: Treating Your Dog's Razor Burn After Grooming

A First Time Dog Owner Needs to Know, is My Dog Bad or Bored?

2010-08-02T17:26:00.000-07:00

I have had dogs and pets most of my life. I usually give my dog a lot of attention. This is one reason why I don't have behavioral problems with my dog.

It usually can't be helped when we have to leave our beloved dog home alone for periods of time on a daily basis. Have you ever had a dog that was completely bad when left alone? There are many bad behaviors that....
From: A First Time Dog Owner Needs to Know, is My Dog Bod or Bored?

Your Dog May Exhibit Bad Behavior When Bored

2010-08-02T17:03:00.000-07:00

I have a Yorkshire terrier, and she gets a lot of attention. Even though she gets all of this attention my dog gets bored.

What happens when my dog gets bored? She begins to whine. Other dogs my exhibit bored behavior in different ways. Dogs might begin to chew on your shoes, or other things in your home. Normally a bored dog will be destructive.

I had one little dog that would tear up the whole house. He would start with the garbage can, proceed to the shoes, and then attack other things.
The dogs name was Fred. One time we came home from work and found poor Fred in a dire situation... From: Your Dog May Exhibit Bad Behavior When Bored