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Brett Mason - 2011-07-08
Can you keep both sexes together and if so should you have the same amount of each sex to stop anxiety.

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Charlie Roche - 2011-07-09
Yes, you can keep both the males and females in the same tank. You can easily tell the sex of the fancy guppie and I would think it would be nice to have an eaual number of each.
Gen - 2011-09-03
Your males should out number your females 2 to 1
mike v - 2011-09-06
You can keep males and females in the same tank. they should be 2 females to 1 male so the male does not pester the nerves out of female. The only problem (for non breeders) with combining the sexes with guppies is you will have babies. Guppies are live bearers and multiply often. If you don't want babies you should only keep one sex.
Clarice Brough - 2011-09-12
You can keep them together, just be ready for lots of babies. Not sure on the balance, but in general having more female fish tends to spread a males attention around so any one female doesn't get overstressed.
kye turnbull - 2013-05-11
have either the same amount of each sex or more females

kye turnbull - 2013-05-08
please help! its been 6 weeks today since my fighters bred but the baby are still about 3.5mm long! im feeding them Sera micron and they have plants please help!

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Jeremy Roche - 2013-05-08
What is it your areneeding help on? That is an amazing job breeding your fighter! Not many are able too.
kye turnbull - 2013-05-09
I'm wondering if this is normal for a 6 week old betta? Thanks by the way they seem quite easy to breed, just a small tank, breeding trap and the fish, that's all it takes, but its natural dam water so it has micro organisms.
Clarice Brough - 2013-05-09
That seems about right at 3.5mm. You can see a pictorial view of the Siamese Fighting fish growth rate at this site Betta Growth in Pictures.
kye turnbull - 2013-05-11
I had a look they look about as big as a 2 week old, I hope they grow alright.

Sharon tetera - 2010-06-05
What kind of bit are Lipizzans ridden with?

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Hanna - 2013-05-11
Lipizzans are just like any other horse when it comes to bits. Every horse is different and prefers, or is trained with a different bit. Depending on the age of the horse, that can also play a role in which bit to use. If it's an older horse that has already been trained ask the person you purchased it from. If you purchased a youngster you can train him/her with a bit suitable to your needs.

Anonymous - 2009-09-11
U Dr Jungle is awesome!! Fish Rock so much!!

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Benny Moreno - 2013-05-05
arapima .s.p fish are big fish and big fish anybody that these big fish need to a big tank
Benny Moreno - 2013-05-10
It would be best that they have a lot of water to swim in.

pat - 2013-05-11
I have gotten two budgerigars as a gift. My question is how do you tell the difference between male and female? I have looked through all books, and you can tell by the cere, but they don't tell you if the light cere is female or male or a dark cere is a female or male? Help.

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Jasmine Brough Hinesley - 2013-05-11
The cere is the best way to tell between female and male. Males are generally blue and females are a lighter color - usually yellow or tan. Also, the color changes as they become sexually mature. How old are your birds? If they are younger than 3 months, these colorations are not an accurate way to sex these birds.

Brenda Ann Braley - 2013-05-09

i got two for mother day now i had birds in pass not parkeets now can i get them to talk or there just whisleed only can i train them talk ,,,,,

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Jeremy Roche - 2013-05-09
Yes you can teach them to talk. They will be limited, but it can be done. cover 3 sides of the cage to keep their attention when teaching. Speak slowly and clearly. Having the 2 birds will help andthey will talk to each other.
Clarice Brough - 2013-05-10
What cute little birds Brenda!... and happy mother's day! Talking or not... they're adorable and will bring you much happiness. Unfortunately budgies aren't really big talkers. Although some parakeets will occasionally learn a word or two, most won't really become talkers. Budgies can be trained to perform tricks however, and possibly whistle, but it still takes patience and persistence. Talking is something you'll find more common in the larger parrots, especially Amazon parrots and African Grey parrots (like the Double Yellow-headed Amazon of this page). Actually none of the other types of parrot hold a candle to the ability of these two types for talking, others can learn some words, but those two types are simple the best at it.. You can read more about your birds on the Budgerigar - Parakeet page. Enjoy!

Charlotte - 2012-06-08
Hi can anyone tell me why my shark cat fish are losing the black off them and are just silver now, bit worried as 1 died few days ago from white spot which I've treated and the 2 are clear of it. Wondering if it could have anything to do with the treatment I put in the water. They are also not eating like they usually do lots of?

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Jeremy Roche - 2012-06-08
Check your amonia levels.
Desiree - 2013-05-09
they are called silver tip sharks and there also called columbian sharks.. i have had a few of them they do loose there black when they get older hints the name silver tips. they also do way better in a brackish water. they do eat differently when they get older.. hope this helps you

Martha - 2013-05-10
My cornish rex is 5 yrs. old. He has a bad skin problems. He scratches him self tell he bleeds. Does anyone else have this problem? If so can you help? Because my Vet. sure cant.

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Clarice Brough - 2013-05-10
Skin problems are most often related to diet in this breed. A deficiency in vitamin E can cause eczema, rashes, and even hair loss. Some Cornish Rex Cats also need regular bathing. Cats have normal oily secretions on their skin. Like all cats, the Rex can get a buildup of sebaceous secretions, but its hair is too short to absorb them as with ordinary cats. It can make the coat look greasy and can cause skin problems. The amount of bathing varies with each individual, some need a weekly bath while other can go for months in between baths. Hope this helps.

Mariana - 2013-05-10
I just got a labradoodle last week and she has tried to escape, when she is in her leash. We have been gaining her trust, but we want to be sure that she will not get out of her harness, what should we do to help train her?

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Clarice Brough - 2013-05-10
Firm but positive training works best. Labradoodles are one of my favorite mixed breeds. They have all the great attitude characteristics of the labrador, and the darling (non-shedding!) coat of the poodle. These dogs are intelligent, playful, and sometimes mischievous, but always seeking human connection. There are lots of good resources; books, magazines, websites and others, that can give you indepth info on training. One good method is to find a dog trainer that can offer suggestions or coaching.

pet poor mom - 2009-11-05
I've just recently gotten a baby raccoon that I have hand raised from a bottle. I want to have him neutered and was curious about the procedure, is it done like a cat or dog neuter. He is the sweetest like guy.

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Kayla - 2010-04-28
Can somebody please help me?! I found a baby coon, maybe 3 weeks old? His eyes are open. I need ideas on feeding him, ect.
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James - 2010-05-01
I just got a baby raccoon he eats good but I don't know if he has used the bathroom. Is that normal?
chasidee perry - 2010-06-06
"Me and my boyfriend found a baby raccoon and the mother was dead we plan on keeping it because it was just sitting on the side of the road. Do you have any information for me on how to take care it.
Michelle - 2010-08-15
If you plan on keeping a raccoon as a pet he/she will need to be spayed by a qualfied vet. You may wish to seek out a vet with exotic animal experience, go to one of the many raccoon chat rooms for advice as to a good vet in your area. Depending on the laws of your state you may need to provide documentation to prove that the raccoon was not taken from the wild but purchased from a licensed dealers. Some states require permits. If you live in NE FL I know of a great vet. Worming and vaccinations are a must do too.
Dorothy - 2012-08-16
Michelle, I need that vets name... Vaccinated myself and wormed but need neutering. I'd appreciate it so much. I've been afraid to ask anyone!
Schuyler - 2012-09-22
Hello, I was hoping someone could help... Is it legal to have raccoons in NC as a pet? Their mother died, and 2 babies were left at birth ... there was no way they could survive on their own. People took them in, and bottle fed, and now they can no longer keep them due to kids, so we are wanting to take them in. We have called local vet to find out about having 1 of them fixed, along with shots/worming etc. I have searched high and low all over internet on NC law but I keep finding conflicting information on this. Any help would greatly be appreciated. BTW they are now 15 weeks old, and hand tame, so they wouldnt be able to be released back into the wild..have been bottle fed, and well taken care of since birth. Anyone we ask....cant give us a straight answer. Thank you for your time, I hope to hear back from you. I reside South East of Charlotte,NC.
Garcia Alina - 2013-03-16
i have worked with many racoons yes it is similar to a dog or cat getting fixed. make sure you pick an apropriate animal hospital especially ones that already deal with wildlife
Garcia Alina - 2013-03-16
IN RESP TO THE NC LAWS. YOU WILL HAVE TO CHECK BUTY BE WARNED THAT IF NC WILDLIFE OFFICIALS GET THEM THEY MAY BE PUT TO SLEEP GOOD LUCK
Julie Ballard - 2013-05-09
How do I find a raccoon chat room? I googled it and found nothing. I need help from people who truly LOVE these animals and more importantly care about the people who have devoted their lives to them.
Clarice Brough - 2013-05-10
Julie... I don't know whre you can find a chat room, but there are several great people that check in here and offer great help. Sign in with your facebook, and then you will get notified whenever someone posts.

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