Many people think that raising rabbits is easy. But in reality, there are many things that people misunderstand about rabbits. This causes many rabbit caretakers to take care of them in the wrong way. Rabbits may seem like gentle pets, not naughty, not loud. But behind the cuteness is the proper care in terms of food, health, and a suitable environment. In this article, we will come to a new understanding of various misconceptions about rabbits that many people may have accidentally believed without realizing it. 1. Main food ❌Myth: Rabbits eat carrots as their main food✅Fact: Rabbits should eat hay as their main food 70-80% Hay, such as timothy hay or alfalfa hay (for baby rabbits), is very important for rabbits' digestive systems. It helps rabbits' teeth, which have grown long, wear down naturally...
Causes of Tartar Many people want to kiss or hug their pets when they play or caress them. However, there is one problem: their bad breath. One factor that causes bad breath is the tartar in their mouths, which is caused by the accumulation of bacteria and plaque after they eat. One way to solve this problem is to scrape off the tartar. Today, Taling Chan Animal Hospital will tell you about the benefits of scraping off tartar that go beyond reducing bad breath. Advantages of Scraping Preventing Gingivitis Tartar that builds up on your pet’s teeth can cause gingivitis. If tartar builds up without cleaning, it can cause the gums to swell, become red, and bleed. Therefore, scraping off tartar can help reduce the risk of gingivitis. Reduce bad breath: Pets with tartar build up often have bad breath. Scraping off tartar can help eliminate the bacteria that cause bad breath, reducing the amount of bad breath and making your pet’s mouth cleaner. Prevent tooth loss: If tartar is not scraped off and oral health is not maintained regularly, your pet’s teeth may fall out. Therefore, scraping off tartar can reduce the risk of tooth loss. Prevent the spread of bacteria: Bacteria that build up in the mouth can spread to other parts of the…
Cat slaves, your cat gets pregnant, but when the time comes to give birth, you don't want to take care of your kittens according to your mother's instincts. New parents like humans have to take on the role of the mother cat. Or anyone who has the opportunity to adopt a newborn kitten that has been abandoned may be wondering how to prepare to be a guardian of a baby cat. Let's learn together.
Has anyone ever noticed any unusual behavior in a puppy that has just been born for a few weeks but still can't stand or walk properly? If you notice that your fluffy four-legged friend has splayed legs or walks like a turtle, this could be a symptom of splayed legs syndrome in puppies.
Have you ever had your dog or cat eat food so fast that it causes bloating? Or sometimes choking and unable to eat any more food? It would not be an exaggeration to say that this is a minor problem that should not be overlooked by pet owners. Because eating too fast has many negative effects, and sometimes it can even cause the death of your beloved pet.
Cyanide is a natural toxic substance found in animals, insects, bacteria and many plants. If it enters the body, it will inhibit the functioning of cells, especially the brain, heart and blood vessels, causing a lack of oxygen, which will result in severe harm to the body, even death in both humans and pets. Cyanide has 3 physical forms: 1. Gas is a free form in the form of hydrogen cyanide gas (HCN), colorless and has a pungent odor, a toxic gas. 2. Liquid...
It is a metabolic disorder that can occur in animals with diabetes mellitus (DM). DKA occurs when the body lacks insulin or is resistant to insulin, which prevents glucose from entering cells, resulting in hyperglycemia. When the body cannot use glucose as an energy source, adipocytes are broken down into free fatty acids (FFA) into the bloodstream before being sent to the liver to be converted into triglycerides and ketone bodies (ketonebodies; consisting of…
Ingredients that are safe for owners to eat. Sometimes, these ingredients can be toxic to pets and can be fatal if eaten in excess. Currently, most owners are unaware and feed their pets the same foods without knowing whether or not they are toxic to their pets. Each type of food that is toxic causes different symptoms in pets. 1. Garlic and onions Plants in the leek, chives, and shallots group. The least toxic dose for pets is 5 grams/kg for cats and 15…
The thing that many owners hate the most is seeing their children get sick. No matter how much we prevent it, getting sick is something that cannot be prevented. Since pets cannot speak, it is our duty as owners to observe for any abnormalities in our pets to see if they are sick so that we can take them for treatment in a timely manner. Today, we have warning signs that indicate that our pets are sick for all owners to observe. If your pet has these symptoms, it means that something is wrong with your dog or cat. 1. Sleeping a lot, being lethargic, and reduced responsiveness. When pets are sick, the most obvious thing to see is that they will sleep more than usual because they feel uncomfortable, they will look slow and not lively. Their responsiveness to their owners may decrease, and some may hide. These symptoms may also depend on the severity of the illness, but age is also related because older dogs may become slower due to their age. 2. Loss of appetite, eating less food. From having a good appetite or having favorite foods, when animals are sick, they will start to have a loss of appetite…
Choosing a healthy rabbit makes it easier to care for it, but how do you know which rabbits are healthy? Let's take a look at the rabbit selection guide.
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