[ad_1] This month’s Case of the Month section of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) looks at Cody, a one-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who once didn’t feel good. See how Cody’s symptoms are troubling and how APCC helped in a scary situation. On December 12, 2020, at 5:00 pm, Cody’s home parents notice that he has blue bowel movements and does not eat or drink. By 11:00 the next morning, Cody becomes noticeably lethargic, his eyes turn to blood, and he experiences diarrhea. An hour and 15 minutes later, Cody’s home parents conclude that the color blue may…
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[ad_1] What are the 10 smartest animals on Earth? We thought about it and made a list. So, without further ado, let’s start the countdown!# 10 Smartest Animal on Earth: RaccoonRaccoon reaches for a flowerRaccoons may gravitate towards trash, but they are also very smart. In the early 20th century, research by ethologist H.B. David proved that raccoons are skilled lock-breakers who can easily recognize moving or rotating devices! Trash Pandas also boast incredible memories and can memorize puzzle solutions for up to three years! Interesting fact about the raccoonRaccoons have such a keen hearing that they can distinguish between…
[ad_1] While researching endangered animals, you stumbled upon the acronym IUCN and may have thought: What is IUCN? So let’s answer your questions.IUCN BasicsIUCN – the International Union for Conservation of Nature – is the world’s largest global ecological network. Founded in 1948, the organization develops sustainable solutions to environmental problems.According to the mission statement, IUCN is committed to “influencing, promoting and helping societies around the world to conserve nature and ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and environmentally sustainable”.What does this mean in simpler language? The IUCN is a group of researchers, scientists, governments, conservation organizations…
[ad_1] Six weeks after Hurricane Laura, the ASPCA closed its temporary shelter in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Fortunately, shelters across the country have generously opened their doors to accommodate 494 stray dogs and cats – either homeless before the storm or surrendering after the storm – so that they can be passed on for adoption.“Through ground and air transport, animals from Louisiana shelters affected by Hurricane Laura were relocated to animal welfare organizations across the country for a second chance at life,” explains Karen Walsh of ASPCA, Senior Director Animal Movement …On opposite coasts of the United States, the Greater Portland…
[ad_1] Matt Bershadker, President and CEO of ASPCAThe first two weeks of 2021 brought out the worst and best human behavior, but the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as President and Vice President offers new hope for our country, our government, and our most vulnerable people and animals.This historic transition was not easy. The US Capitol – and our democracy itself – has had to withstand a dastardly attack by thousands of domestic terrorists, including white supremacists. In addition to condemning the uprising, it is important to point out the systemic racial inequality and injustice in our country…
[ad_1] Of course, you enjoyed 32 hours of streaming last weekend and are now friends with the delivery driver on social media. However, you are probably more active than the ones on our list of 15 laziest animals!# 15 Laziest animal: cuckooCuckooCuckoos clap a lot, but they are lazy parents! Instead of incubating their own eggs, cuckoos lay them in other birds’ nests! This is known as “brood parasitism,” and practitioners can disguise their shells to resemble the eggs of their “sitting” ones. Unloading parenting? This is definitely considered lazy!Cuckoo Bird Trivia FactCuckoo birds enjoy a “cosmopolitan distribution”, meaning they…
[ad_1] Many of us take vitamins or nutritional supplements to keep our health in check, but the same supplements that can be good for us can be dangerous or even fatal to our pets. Whether it’s related to the ingredient we want to take or the inactive ingredients in the product, it’s important to keep these supplements out of our paws. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) has provided a quick overview of some common supplements that can be harmful to our furry friends. Alpha lipoic acid (aka thioctic acid) is a vitamin-like antioxidant found in many foods such…
[ad_1] What is a marble fox? Do they make good pets? Marble Arctic Are foxes the same as marble foxes? A reader recently asked these questions, so we got to work and found the answers. Let’s dive in!What is a marble fox?Brown marble fox kneads the snowMarble foxes do not occur naturally. Instead, they are descendants of the red and silver fox, specially bred by humans. Other names for the animal include “Canadian marble fox” and “arctic marble fox”.What makes them special?First of all, it is fur – their thick, beautiful, desirable fur. Second, they are delightfully intelligent animals.Beautiful furAs…
[ad_1] Bears sleep all winter, but are there other animals that hibernate? The answer is yes! And today we count them. Ready? Let’s go to!# 10 Sleeping animal: gopherThe gopher got scared while eatingUnlike tree squirrels, many ground squirrels burrow. With brown fur and long claws, ground squirrels look almost exactly like their tree-dwelling cousins. But instead of climbing with their nails, gophers use them as shovels.Dozens of species of gophers roam the Earth – and not all of them hibernate. Fortunately, those who take a long winter nap do so with friends and family. How cozy!Interesting fact about gophers:…
[ad_1] North Indians are looking forward to this day as they can have their children’s weddings and other new projects on their agenda. This day is known as Dev Uthani Ekadashi, because it is believed that Lord Vishnu wakes up on this day. after about four months….This is a Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Vishnu. It is celebrated in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhatisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Maharashtra and, of course, some people in Delhi. Dev Uthani means to awaken Deva or God, and Ekadashi means the 11th day. Therefore, Dev Uthani Ekadashi literally…