Animales Aventuras

  Did you know that there are 30 different species of clownfish? If you love animals, think about how much fun watching your aquarium full of fish would be. Many people who have an aquarium as a pet prefer to go with a community tank. This is when you have more than one species of fish. Let’s go over a few of the different types of clownfish to consider for your tank. Orange Clownfish Orange Clownfish are among the best clownfish in many aquariums due to their beautiful color and hardiness. The Orange Clownfish has a vibrant orange body with thick white stripes. They are found in the western Pacific and Indian Oceans. Orange Clownfish get along well with other fish and invertebrates. They grow to about 4-5 inches in size. They can live for up to 10 years when taken care of properly. They are hardy enough to survive a variety of tank conditions. If you are interested in different types of clownfish for your tank, be sure to do some research on raising clownfish...

Antifreeze, aka, ethylene glycol, is a colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting chemical. It is poisonous if swallowed by humans and our pets. IMPORTANT: This article is for informational purposes only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual antifreeze poison incident. If you suspect your dog has consumed any amount of Antifreeze, even the smallest amount, call your emergency vet immediately. You may also contact the ASPCA Poison Control at 888 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661. DO NOT WAIT!!! Every single second counts when it comes to anti-freeze poisoning.  Stages and symptoms of antifreeze poisoning in dogs According to the Animal Poison Control Center, there are 3 stages of antifreeze poisoning. Stage one of antifreeze poisoning occurs 30 minutes to 12 hours after ingestion. Watch for these symptoms:  Stage two of antifreeze poisoning occurs 12 to 24 hours after ingestion. Watch for these symptoms: Stage three of antifreeze poison...

Who knew such an innocent decoration could be so deadly? I just learned today that some snow globes contain ethylene glycol (antifreeze). Even a few drops could be deadly for your dog! This came to my attention after a story was shared on Facebook (December 7, 2022): When I first saw this story, it was shared in the Rescue Dogs 101 Facebook community group. A member copy and pasted the information, so I immediately went into research mode to confirm the facts. The owner of these two dogs is Caroline, a dog trainer based in the UK. My heart breaks for her. Losing a pet is devastating no matter the situation. I do want to reach out to Caroline but want to respect her privacy and grieving at this time of deep loss. Maybe in the future, I will be able to connect with her. Snow Globes and Antifreeze Facts­ After a little digging, I found that it is a fact that some snow globes do contain ethylene glycol, more commonly known as antifreeze. Most of us know that antifreeze is...

Do you want to foster dogs because you want to save all the dogs? Or because you love dogs and you think it would be fun? We fostered dogs for many years before taking an extended break. We have fostered puppies, old dogs, scared dogs, sick dogs, and even foster-failed one dog.   I hope my 15 foster dog tips will help you get started on the right path to becoming a great foster dog parent. 1) Choose a shelter or rescue that you can trust The first important step is to join forces with a REPUTABLE shelter or rescue. Getting involved with a shady organization will only lead to heartache and trouble. Ask friends, family, and neighbors for recommendations for where to foster. Read reviews online… Google and Facebook pages are great starting points. Make sure you are ready by asking a lot of questions before committing to fostering a dog.  2) Stock up on supplies Depending on the rescue or shelter you volunteer for, you w...

Today I’m sharing my experience living with an intact male dog. My yellow Labrador Retriever, Rip is almost 2 years old and he is an unneutered male dog. For the most part, living with an intact male dog is pretty uneventful and not much different than living with a neutered dog. Should I Neuter My Dog? I’ve never had a strong reason to get my dog neutered, so that is the main reason why I haven’t. I am not opposed to getting him neutered and may do so in the future if I believe it is healthier for him or if some behavioral issues come up such as wandering. So far, so good. Intact male dog meaning People will also call an intact male dog an unneutered male dog. If a dog is “intact” it means he has not been neutered. Neutering a dog means surgically removing his testicles, which of course is his main source of testosterone.  This can potentially reduce some hormone-driven behaviors such as humping and eliminate some health concerns suc...