Pets On Holidays
Hanrob Pet Care Centre offers a unique concept in animal care. It has first rate accommodation and services, staffed by professionals in the pet care industry for over 17 years. Scotty was greeted by pet behaviourist ... [... more]
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Fleas
Adult fleas can survive for some months without feeding. The flea uses its saw-like mandibles (jaws) o cut through skin, usually on accessible parts of the body such as the legs or feet. Flea saliva contains anticoagulants to encourage the blood ... [... more]
Better Health |
Pets
Children can get a great deal of joy from having a pet. Pets can be loving and special playmates for children. They can help children to learn to be responsible and caring. Children's self-esteem can be boosted by having a pet. The companionship ... [... more]
Child & Youth Health |
Chihuahuas
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Burke's Backyard |
Asthma-Friendly Home
Most people with asthma find their symptoms get worse when they are exposed to certain triggers, or allergens. Some of these allergens can be found in and around the average home, such as dust mites, pollen and animal dander (skin, scale or fur ... [... more]
Better Health |
Psittacosis - Parrot Fever
Chlamydiae are a family of bacteria that cause diseases in humans, including psittacosis, sexually transmitted diseases, pneumonia (non-avian) and trachoma (which can lead to blindness). Chlamydiae differ from other kinds of bacteria in two ... [... more]
Better Health |
Handwashing - Why It's Important
Cold water is better than no water at all for a 'one off' hand wash, but should not be used for routine handwashing. Soap lathers ('soaps up') better with warm water. The active ingredients on the surface of the soap are released more easily, ... [... more]
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Reptiles As Pets
If you are thinking of keeping a reptile as a pet you should find out what you are letting yourself in for. A book well worth reading is "Care of Australian Reptiles in Captivity" by John Weigel. This contains lots ... [... more]
Australian Museum |
Pets
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Better Health |
Animal Repellents
Quassia chips are known to protect your plants from possums. It's a natural product from the Quassia tree, a native of the Carribbean. Its natural bitter taste deters possums and chewing insects. To use, add 30g of ... [... more]
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Fishpond Makeover
2 Plants are chosen and placed in the pond. Tim chose a miniature Arum which has a white trumpet flower; two miniature water lilies; oxygenating weed (Myrophyllum or Mare's Tail) to sit on the bottom of the pond and ... [... more]
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Dog Dry Cleaning Tip
To keep fleas at bay, try using mint leaves or fresh pine needles around the affected areas such as the kennel. It won't break the breeding cycle of fleas but it will keep them away for the life of the mint. Salt can ... [... more]
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