Yak, Bos grunniens or Bos mutus, are long-haired mammals, and are part of the bovine family. Some studies have suggested that they are more closely related to bison than to cattle. American yak originally came from those which were herded in Tibet during the first millennium. Bos grunniens, or “grunting ox,” is generally used for domesticated yak. Bos mutus, or “mute ox,” is used for yak which are still in the wild. Although the domestic population is very large world wide, the wild population very small. Starting in the 1990s, a consented effort began to preserve the wild yak of the Himalayas.
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My passion for ferrets prompted me to check out some ferret guides available in the market. To my surprise, there were hundreds of them! Some claim to be the best ferret care guide with high quality instructions. One book priced at $24 was a quick start manual that said it has “nearly” all the information a ferret owner could get in a 54-page book. But I don’t settle for “nearly”.
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Natural curiosity about exotic animals results in unwanted pets. Unfortunately, many of these pets can grow to be too large or aggressive for people to maintain in their homes and are then released into neighboring forests and swamps. This practice has started to upset the natural ecosystem in many of our natural communities, including our neighboring national park – The Florida Everglades.
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It is becoming increasingly popular to keep marmosets as pets. In this article you will learn some tips about keeping these adorable monkeys in your house.
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This article is about guinea pig feeding instructions. Basic guinea pig eating requirements include water, grass hay and pellets, but it is also highly recommended to provide a guinea pig with fresh vegetables, occasional fruit treats and vitamin C supplements. The article discuss these food categories in detail.
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Guinea pigs use sounds as a primary means of communication. Since cavies are herd animals, sounds are also their means of maintaining social rank. Understanding guinea pig sounds is one of the basic prerequisites for understanding what your guinea pig is trying to tell you in order to provide optimal care.
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Learn how to handle a guinea pig – young, adult and pregnant! Learn how to create a bond between the animal and the owner, and how to teach your guinea pig to trust you.
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There is so much misinformation in our society about “what to do” when encountering wildlife. This article presents some common misconceptions and offers the proper course of action when an orphaned or injured wild animal is encountered. Teach your kids correctly, and keep everyone safe.
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I may have mentioned it before, so forgive me for repeating this, but my next pet will be a Fennec Fox. The Fennec is the smallest species of fox, and the cutest in my opinion. Since I have done some research on their care and handling. Let me share what I have found out.
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If you are familiar with how hedgehogs look like, you will agree that their unique cuteness alone can make you want to own one. Having hedgehogs as pets can be a great experience. They are wonderful and very entertaining creatures. Adopting them is best when they are about 6-8 weeks old and have already been weaned. When choosing, look for ones with bright clear eyes, well-rounded body that show great energy and alertness.
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