In terms of your pet chicken’s diet, allow it to forage extensively. Mash its feed and scatter its pellets, grit, or whole grain across its litter. Consider consulting with a feed representative or nutritionist about supplying your pet chickens with extra fibre.

Assess the nutritional content of your chicken’s food closely. Sodium levels shouldn’t be too high and essential amino acids should be present. If you are going to be making any changes to its diet in any way (e.g. taste, energy level, content, texture, etc.), do so gradually.

Inspect the quality of your air in your chickens’ home periodically. Dust and humidity levels should be low. When inspecting their surroundings or shelter, do so regularly and routinely so that your chickens do not become stressed or fearful. Do this in a calm fashion.

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An important pre-requisite before taking your dog on a pack walk, is to make sure that your dogs are well-trained and disciplined. They should recognize you as the alpha leader and thus always look up to you for guidance and discipline.

While walking your dogs, they should always be aware that you are the leader by letting them heel beside or behind you. This action will reinforce the notion that you are the one in charge, and that you will be the one to lead the way.

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Psittacine birds include parrots, macaws, cockatiels, and parakeets. In their natural habitat, they consume a wide variety of foods including insects, plants, nectar, and some small animal species.

 
In captivity, birds are usually given a seed diet. Seeds contain high amounts of fat however these are deficient in other nutrients including vitamin A and D. When kept on this diet for a long period of time, the bird has higher risks of developing liver disease, skin and feather problems, and other medical problems.

To keep your pet bird happy and healthy, the dietary recommendation includes a combination of commercially formulated pelleted bird food, fresh whole foods, and some treats. Pellets should comprise 60-70% of your pet’s diets; 30-40% should be from fresh, whole foods. The latter group can include fresh fruits, raw or cooked vegetables, cooked rice or pasta, butter-free popcorn, or any healthy food that is low in fat and salt. Treats sh ... Read more »

Orphaned and abandoned kittens are totally helpless especially during the first few weeks of their lives thus they need all the help they can get from you to survive.

If you are caught in this dilemma, it is best to contact your veterinarian and ask for advice on how to take care of the kitten.

When raising kittens, make sure to keep them warm and making sure that they are given proper nutrition. You can use a cardboard box as a homemade incubator or nest to keep your kitten warm.

 
It is also recommended to keep track of your kitten’s development by weighing them every day during the first week and every 2-3 days during the next few weeks. Make sure to write everything down so you can have a record to help you and your vet track the kitten’s progress.

 
Have your kitten checked regularly by a veterinarian Brighton.

As a puppy turns two months of age, he learns to be more perceptive of his immediate environment. It is recommended that puppies be weaned between eight to ten weeks old.

Weaning is such a stressful time for very young puppies. While still very young, they should undergo socialization to prepare them dealing with new changes in their surroundings. A puppy that is well-socialized can easily deal with new people, animals, and situations.

If you have a new puppy, it is recommended to bring him to a vet for a complete checkup. This is also a good time to ask your vet for valuable advice regarding your pet’s vaccination schedules and wellness checkups.

A new puppy will also mean housetraining the newest addition to the pack. It is your responsibility to train and lead your puppy to behave in an appropriate manner. It is also important for your puppy to know that you are the dominant member of the pack, and as such should be looked up to for leadership.