As many pet owners are reluctant to keep their cats inside, collar-mounted antipredation devices for domestic cats may be an important conservation tool. We examined the effectiveness of the Birdsbesafe collar cover (BCC), a sleeve of brightly patterned fabric worn over a typi...
The Australian shepherd is a lean and tough ranch dog closely associated with the cowboy life. This breed exhibits an irresistible impulse to herd everything: birds, dogs, kids, you name it. This strong work drive can be too much for an inactive pet owner, but it is a great dog for o...
Always keep trash cans covered, and maybe even secure the lid with bungee cords. Never leave your own pet’s food outside, as neighborhood cats may help themselves. If youattract lots of birdsto your yard with bird feeders or birdbaths, it might be a good idea to stop until you can ...
These are nine different humane and safe ways to keep cats from getting into your yard or garden. You can use one or a combination of these methods to make sure the neighborhood cats choose another place to do their business. 1. Plant Cat-Repelling Plants ...
Cats and dogs can either take turns being the initiator of play or both participate in the same activity. For example, one may chase the other around the house or initiate a game of fetch. Whatever it is they decide to do, there should be no physical aggression toward one another or any...
look for the breeds that will naturally blend in with your environment. White Leghorn chickens, for example, tend to stand out in any environment and make clearer targets for predatory birds like owls. A Brown Leghorn chicken, on the other hand, may be less of a beacon for hungry birds. ...
Birds in Chongqing. /VCG Most disinfectants are, by nature, potentially harmful to humans and animals. Hence a safety measure is required. Wild animals CGTN interviewed Shi Yang from Beijing Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center about how they clean and disinfect the center. He said...
When you breathe out, heat leaves your body. So breathing out is a way to cool down. That is why many other animals pant. Panting is breathing out in short bursts. It helps get rid of heat. Dogs are great at p...
I'm secretly keeping some ducks from my parents. To keep them warm, do they huddle up together or do they need a heat blanket or something? Eurion April 12, 2018: One of my ducklings have dry spots under her eyes like when a dog's eye waters and creates something like a crust. It...
The pointy surface makes it difficult for the birds to sit, let alone build their nest. Hence, install Bird spikers over the gutter and keep it safe from nesting. You can find a lot of options online that aren’t just economical but also easy to fit. ...