Animal World

Those at Animal-World.com have been helping people learn more about the different types of pets available to them for 10 years now. To help them celebrate, come take a look at the wealth of information that the site has to offer and help out by supplying information of your own.

Ridgecrest, CA (IPRWIRE) Mon. Dec. 22nd, 2008 — Animal World has been helping people learn more about their pets for a full decade now as the site celebrates its 10th anniversary. Since its inception, it has established itself as the place to go to learn about the different types of pets in the world and how to take care of them.

When it comes to taking a new pet into a family, it is important that one knows how to properly care for it. This is especially true when it comes to the more exotic types of pets. This is why www.animal-world.com was established. To help the visitor better connect with their pets, the site features pictures, important information, and even videos. Each animal has certain behaviors that it is important to learn about as well as the essential information concerning its food and care. On this site, all of this information has been compiled together and is made available for free.

Read More…

Animal-World.com, a well known website recognized for connecting people with pets and animals to help create a rich and rewarding pet care experience, today announced the launch of its newly created Dog Breeds of the World resource available at www.Animal-World.com. Dog Breeds of the World includes information for pet owners and animal enthusiasts on a wide array of types of dogs, including Herding Dogs, Hound Dogs, Sporting and Non-Sporting Dogs, Mixed Dog Breeds, Terriers, Toy Dogs and even Working Dogs.

Ridgecrest, CA (IPRWIRE) Thurs. Sept. 25th, 2008 — The new Dog Breeds of the World section includes dogs from the following eight categories of breeds: Herding Dogs, Hound Dogs, Sporting Dogs, Non-Sporting Dogs, Mixed Dog Breeds, Terriers, Toy Dogs and Working Dogs.

Within each category of Dog Breeds of the World are many different types of dogs that fall within each specific category of breed. Once a visitor has identified the specific dog breed they are interested in learning about, they will find a photograph of a dog representing that breed as well as an immense amount of information about the breed. Some of the interesting information available on each breed includes common name(s) used for the breed, details of the breed type, interesting background information about the breed, as well as a detailed description of the dog breed including additional information on care and feeding requirements, housing recommendations, social behaviors, handling and training recommendations, common health problems, and much more.

In addition, Animal-World has now posted comments received on individual animals from visitors on each pet page. And, to make it easier to see what others are saying about their pets, they are also posting the pet comments in the forums. Check out the forum for each type of pet and find the category with “All Kinds” (like “Freshwater and Tropical Fish - All Kinds̶ to read the lastest comments on the page. It makes it a lot easier to answer questions too.

Read More…

Animal-World.com, a well known website recognized for connecting people with pets and animals to help create a rich and rewarding pet care experience, today announced the launch of its newly created Dog Breeds of the World resource available at www.Animal-World.com. Dog Breeds of the World includes information for pet owners and animal enthusiasts on a wide array of types of dogs, including Herding Dogs, Hound Dogs, Sporting and Non-Sporting Dogs, Mixed Dog Breeds, Terriers, Toy Dogs and even Working Dogs.

Ridgecrest, CA (IPRWIRE) Thurs. Sept. 25th, 2008 — The new Dog Breeds of the World section includes dogs from the following eight categories of breeds: Herding Dogs, Hound Dogs, Sporting Dogs, Non-Sporting Dogs, Mixed Dog Breeds, Terriers, Toy Dogs and Working Dogs.

Within each category of Dog Breeds of the World are many different types of dogs that fall within each specific category of breed. Once a visitor has identified the specific dog breed they are interested in learning about, they will find a photograph of a dog representing that breed as well as an immense amount of information about the breed. Some of the interesting information available on each breed includes common name(s) used for the breed, details of the breed type, interesting background information about the breed, as well as a detailed description of the dog breed including additional information on care and feeding requirements, housing recommendations, social behaviors, handling and training recommendations, common health problems, and much more.

Read More…

The study of birds is a very popular hobby for many people throughout the world. No special equipment is needed for bird study other than a notebook to list the number and kinds of birds observed and a guidebook to aid you in bird identification. However, a good pair of binoculars is recommended. Photography of birds can also be a rewarding hobby but it demands skill, patience and requires purchase of some expensive equipment.

There is an abundance of bird information available to the enthusiast. Let’s begin with a bit of history.

Evolution of Birds

Most ornithologists believe that birds evolved from dinosaurs. The first known species of bird, the archaeopteryx, lived about 150,000,000 years ago. Although it had feathers and wings, it also had reptilian features, such as teeth, claws on all four limbs, and a long, bony tail.

Fossil birds of North America were the ichthyornis, which resembled a gull, and the hesperornis, a water-dweller about five feet long with sharp teeth. By about 75,000,000 years ago, the types of birds we know today had already begun to develop.

How Birds Are Classified

Referenced bird information shows that birds form the class Aves of the phylum Chordata. There are also two subclasses: Archaeornithes, which consists entirely of extinct birds (including the archaeopteryx); and Neornithes, which includes three superorders as follow:

·       Odontognathae - Extinct birds that had teeth. Examples are the ichthyornis and hesperornis.

·       Impennes - This consists of only one living order, Sphenisciformes or penguins.

·       Neognathae - There are 28 orders to this superorder, including:

1. Struthioniformes

2. Rheiformes

3. Casuariiformes

4. Dinornithiformes

5. Apterygiformes

6. Tinamiformes

7. Gaviiformes

8. Colymbiformes or Podicipidiformes

9. Procellariiformes

10. Pelecaniformes

11. Ciconiiformes

12. Anseriformes

13. Falconiformes

14. Galliformes

15. Gruiformes

16. Diatrymiformes.

17. Charadriiformes

18. Columbiformes

19. Psittaciformes

20. Cuculiformes

21. Strigiformes

22. Caprimulgiformes

23. Apodiformes (formerly Micropodiformes)

24. Coliiformes

25. Trogoniformes

26. Coraciiformes

27. Piciformes

28. Passeriformes

Bird Care Tips

There are a myriad birds that make good pets. In fact, birds are among the most popular common house pets. Care must be taken though in the choosing of birds and in bird care. Here are some tips:

Choosing a Bird

While small birds, such as parakeets and canaries, require minimal care, large birds, such as parrots, cockatoos, and cockateels, can require a great deal of care and demand a lot of affection. Make sure you know about the requirements of the bird you’re considering.

Avoid buying a canary between July and October, which is the canary’s molting season. A sudden environmental change during that period may send it into shock.

Before buying a parrot, be prepared for a lifetime relationship — it may live longer than you do. Parrots become extremely attached to their owners.

Caring for Birds

When holding a pet bird, be very gentle. Bird bones are fragile — even the slightest pressure on the wrong spot can cause a fracture.

Never let a pet bird loose in the kitchen.

If a pet bird breathes through its open mouth, you know it’s sick. Buy a bird antibiotic at the pet store, pulverize it, and add it to your bird’s drinking water. If this doesn’t help, get it to the vet right away.

Tips for Good Fish Care

Always inspect a fish before you buy it to check for any physical problems. It is important that you do not start off with a fish that is already injured. If you bring a new fish into your aquarium that already has a disease or infection, it is likely to spread it to your other fish as well.

Ensure that fish you buy are compatible with each other. Putting incompatible fish together is a common mistake and will likely result in one eating another.

Read as much as you can about fish care tips and the fish you wish to buy so you understand beforehand any necessary requirements. Temperature is also a major concern as tropical fish generally have low tolerances when it comes to water temperature.

Regularly monitor your fish for signs of disease. Many parasitic infections have very few signs before it is too late. You will also need to monitor the activities of the fish because changes in behavior can often indicate a health problem.

Buying your First Fish

Do not buy a fish from an aquarium where dead or dying fish are. Even fish that appear to be healthy are likely to have been affected.

Before buying a fish, be sure to inspect its physical condition and avoid any with visible signs of damage.

It is important to slowly add new fish to an aquarium. They will almost certainly fall victim to new tank syndrome. Adding too many fish can also disrupt the balance of the aquarium.

Overfeeding your tropical fish causes the tank to become polluted and can also cause significant growth of algae which can be damaging to the fish. Read up on fish care and feeding tips.

Setting up Your Aquarium for Tropical Fish

Do not place the aquarium in a place where it will receive excess sunlight. Sunlight will increase the rate at which algae grows in your tank, requiring frequent cleanings. Incoming sunlight will also make it difficult to maintain an appropriate temperature inside the aquarium.

Place the tank away from windows, doors, vents and radiators. Also place the tank in an area that does not have people walking around frequently or in an area in which doors are often opened and closed. All of these actions cause vibrations which disturb your fish.

Cloudy Aquarium Water

If the water in your aquarium is cloudy or has a green tinge, you most likely have an abundance of algae growth. Generally this will not negatively harm your fish. However, if the algae growth continues over time, it can become harmful to the fish.

Replacing some of the water over the course of a few days will help reduce this problem. Approximately twenty-five percent of the water should be changed daily until the water clears up. You should also put less food in the tank as any excess food will only promote algae growth. Try leaving the tank light off as much as possible. Implementing these tips should be enough to clear your tank up over the course of a few days.

If all else fails, there are always additives you can buy from your local pet store that will clean the algae up fairly quickly. More fish care tips can also be found by asking your vet or visiting your local pet store.

Below are some summer dog care tips we’ve compiled to help make life for both you and your dog happier and healthier.

Problems with Fleas

Biting and scratching on your dog’s lower back, tail, and abdomen are the most common signs of flea infestation and a dermatitis will often flare up in these areas. Eggs may be laid on your dog but usually fall off the dog and into the environment where conditions are right for them to develop into adult fleas. Consequently, it is possible to have a serious flea problem although you have only identified a few fleas on your dog. Egg and larval stages can survive in your home all year and in your yard from spring through late fall (even year long in warmer climates).

Flea control involves treatment of the pet and the environment by means of shampoos, sprays, dips, spot-ons, powders, oral medications and collars. Your vet can recommend the most appropriate flea prevention/treatment program to ensure good dog care. Fleas also carry tapeworms so be sure to ask your vet to check your dog for these intestinal parasites as well.

Ticks

Ticks are another parasite that are a common problem for your dog during the warmer summer months. Ticks are not only an irritant and nuisance to your dog but may also transmit several debilitating diseases. Many flea treatment and prevention products will also help with control of ticks.

Additional dog care tips include suggestions that owners of dogs with substantial exposure to ticks should also ask their vet’s advice about the Lyme disease vaccination. It is also suggested that you consult your vet to show you the proper way to remove ticks from your dog (it is not a good idea to try to do it yourself).

Heart worm Disease

Heart worms are parasites transmitted by mosquitoes and can potentially be fatal to your dog. Have your dog tested for heart worms by your vet and ask about recommendations for heart worm preventatives which are often easy and inexpensive to provide. The fact that your dog only goes outside to urinate and defecate does not eliminate the risk of this disease. Mosquitoes are everywhere, so provide good dog care and protect your dog from them!

Pesticides and Lawn Care Products

Many products are potentially toxic to your dog. Be sure to store pesticides and lawn care products where your dog cannot access them. After treating lawns and outside areas, restrict your dog from these areas until exposure danger has passed (check product labels for details). Remember that many types of summer foliage can also be toxic to your dog. Do your best to prevent your dog from having access to eat any potentially harmful plants.

Housing and Travel

High temperatures are no more comfortable for your dog than they are for you. Heat prostration is a common cause of summer illness that can kill many beloved pets each year. If your dog spends a substantial part of its day outside, be sure that you provide a cool, shady spot for it to escape the heat and plenty of cool, clean water to drink. Some of the worst summer tragedies involve pets that are left in vehicles in the sun with the windows partially or even completely rolled up. Temperatures inside a car rapidly climb to more than one hundred degrees and can cause death sometimes in as little as ten minutes!

Below are some cat care tips we’ve compiled that will make life for both you and your cat happier and healthier.

Handle your cat frequently. Some cats just don’t like to be picked up. If you can start handling your cat when it’s a kitten, chances are better that it will enjoy the handling later in life. It will also be easier when it comes time for check-ups at the vet, having claws trimmed, etc. Also make sure you massage your cat’s feet and toes often so your cat gets used to having it’s paws restrained.

To prevent hairballs, improve the look of your cat’s coat, and give yourself an excuse to check on your cat’s well-being, groom your cat at least once a week. Most cats learn to enjoy the grooming process, although some will become over-excited by it and can only take so much.

Use weekly (or more frequent if possible) grooming sessions to examine your cat for common health problems. Check your cat’s gums, teeth, eyes, ears (look for signs of ear mites), skin, and limbs for possible problems. Check for signs of pain, swelling or injury. Clip your cat’s nails regularly. If your cat’s claws get too long, they may curve back into the toe pad. It’s also more likely that your cat’s claws will get caught on something if they’re not trimmed.

Every major cat care organization recommends keeping your cat indoors for safety, better health and a longer life.

One of the most important cat care tips is regarding the litter box. Place the litter box in a place your cat likes. The number one reason adult cats are brought to shelters is for unresolved litter box problems. Place the box in a relatively quiet area that your cat likes to frequent and make sure there are multiple escape routes. Also make sure to provide enough litter boxes for your cat. We suggest following the one plus one rule - one litter box for each cat in the house plus one more.

Play with your cat daily. Play with dangle toys and chase your cat around the house as much as possible. Get your cat exercising daily and it will help lower risks of diseases and minimize vet bills.

Give your cat at least 10 minutes of physical attention every day. Take time to pet, stroke, scratch or brush your cat for at least 10 minutes daily. It will calm and relax both not only your cat but you too. Recent evidence shows that contact with cats may actually reduce your risk of heart attack by as much as thirty percent! What a great bonus for giving good cat care!

Allow your cat to choose favorite spots to hang out around the house, then make them more comfortable with blankets and pillows..

Feed your cat premium cat food. High quality cat foods meeting AAFCO cat food standards will ensure that your cat gets a balanced diet with the right nutrients. Feline diets deficient in certain nutrients can cause diseases, including blindness.

Take your cat to the vet for a check-up at least once a year.