Animals 2024, April

Having built a solid house on the site, it's time to think about good housing for a four-legged friend and guard. Making a booth with your own hands is not difficult if you follow the rules and take into account the requirements of thermal protection and hygiene

In the city water supply system, the water hardness is quite high, so often the aquarist needs to lower it. The inhabitants of the aquarium do well in water with a hardness level of 3 to 15 degrees. Some snail species cannot live in soft water as their shells begin to break down

In the cold season, many pets do not like to go for walks. This is especially true for small and medium-sized smooth-haired and hairless breeds. Such dogs are very cold, which can lead to serious illness as a result. The salvation in this situation will be a knitted sweater

In specialized stores, it is easy to find beautiful and high-quality aquariums for every taste. But choosing a container of certain exact dimensions, for example, under a niche in a furniture wall, seems to be quite difficult. Not everyone can afford to order such an aquarium, and making it yourself is not so difficult

Periodically, the aquarium needs to be cleaned and some of the water replaced with clean water. Without this procedure, the fish may die, because waste and other pollution accumulate in the water. The easiest way to clean is a siphon, with which you can easily drain the water without moving the fish to another container

Each four-legged friend needs a place in the house. Maybe it will be a bedding by the door or a pillow on a room sofa, a soft fur house or a large winter kennel? Whichever option the pet owner chooses, you need to carefully consider all the details and provide the dog with the most comfortable conditions for sleeping and resting

The life of plants and fish in an aquarium is directly dependent on lighting. If it is chosen correctly, then the health of all organisms will be normal. And how to organize competent lighting for your aquarium, what nuances must be taken into account?

The habitat of a hamster in your house can be equipped independently without buying expensive paraphernalia. Since animals are restricted in movement in a cage, this deficiency should be compensated for by labyrinths. But such toys should not be left in the cage for a long time, since plastic is mainly used as a material for their manufacture, which pets prefer to chew

Watching fish in an aquarium is, at first glance, boring and common. However, not for those who love and appreciate wildlife. The aquarium is a unique underwater world where life follows its own rules. The price of aquariums is quite high, but you can save a lot if you make a glass vessel with your own hands

The lamp on the aquarium is needed not only so that its inhabitants can be seen. Lighting from a window or from a chandelier is not enough for fish and shells, and especially for plants. In order for the aquarium flora to develop normally, an additional source of illumination is needed, a local directional lamp

Carrying bags are designed for dogs weighing up to five kilograms. They allow you to take your pet with you on a trip or to a shopping center, go with him to the country, take him to a veterinary clinic without stressing. When choosing a carrier for a dog, make sure that the animal is comfortable and not cramped in it, that it allows air to pass through, allows both lying and sitting, warm enough for the winter

Sooner or later every aquarist thinks about how to choose a lamp for a home aquarium. After all, it is sufficient lighting that guarantees normal life and productivity to all residents of both freshwater and marine home aquariums. Instructions Step 1 First of all, choose the type of lamp that best suits your aquarium

With the onset of cold weather, birds that do not fly south are forced to look for food in the harsh winter conditions. People who make feeders for them often come to the aid of birds. Children of primary school age do this more than others

If you notice that your cat has taken up a chair or a brand new carpet and shamelessly sharpens its claws on them, remember that this is not a whim, but a necessity. Cats need to grind the edge of the claws, otherwise they begin to interfere with them

A cat in a house is pleasant, interesting, funny, especially for children, but at the same time, very troublesome and burdensome. After all, the animal does not understand the words and does what the instinct prompts and, often, the behavior of the beloved pet badly reflects on furniture, wallpaper, carpet and other items of the apartment

A booth or kennel is a house for a dog, which should be warm, dry, spacious, that is, suitable for all-season living. You need to build it from dry, new lumber. The size of the booth should be made taking into account the size of the dog. It is necessary - timber

Quail breeding has become a very popular and profitable occupation in our time, not only for pleasure, but also for commercial purposes. Quails are small birds that are recommended to be kept in specially built cages without large gaps and with good ventilation

A well-designed aquarium can create a unique atmosphere of comfort in your home or office. Its silent inhabitants will surely please the eye. But in order for fish and aquarium plants to feel at home in the water, you need a solid aquarium. Instructions Step 1 Today there is a very rich selection of different aquariums, they can be chosen ready-made or ordered by an experienced specialist

Until recently, animals were identified by tattoo marks. But these marks were recognized as unreliable, since they are distorted and erased after a few years. Also, tattoos were very often faked by scammers. The marking injured the animals, as this procedure is quite painful

Indoor dogs often need shoes and clothing for walking. Pet outfits have become so popular that a separate fashion for dogs has emerged. But when choosing a wardrobe for an animal, you should pay attention not only to beauty, but also to practicality and comfort

Rabbit care is not difficult and does not require much hassle. However, when you need to raise several animals for sale, impressive cages are installed on the site, and it becomes quite troublesome to feed the pets. In this case, convenient and simple rabbit feeders can be used

In general, domestic cats do not feel any urgent need for daily outdoor walks - these are not dogs! However, with the onset of spring, even the most desperate fluffy couch potato wants to breathe in the fresh spring air and frolic on the grass

Many in school and at home make feeders and birdhouses, and then hang them on trees. The designs are usually simple - a few planks are hammered together or a hole is made in a milk bag. The main thing is that feathered friends have a place to shelter and refresh themselves

If you decide to get a rabbit, then you will first need to build a cage for him. There is nothing difficult in making a cage. The main thing is desire and perseverance. Instructions Step 1 When you start building, keep in mind that you will have to carry out all the necessary steps to care for your rabbit

A cozy and soft do-it-yourself cat bed will not only provide the four-legged pet with comfortable sleeping conditions, but also allow its owner to avoid the need to regularly clean the sofas and armchairs from cat hair. A cat, even a domestic one, accustomed to maximum comfort is a territorial animal

Every summer, aquarium owners face one problem - what to do when the water in the aquarium heats up to 30 degrees. It is known that this temperature can be detrimental to most fish species. So what do you do? Instructions Step 1 Too high a water temperature in an aquarium is dangerous because the solubility of oxygen in it decreases, while the content of harmful carbon dioxide increases

Each cat is individual in its own way, has its own habits and tastes. However, any of them requires a cozy place hidden from prying eyes, where you can retire for a while, relax and at the same time feel completely safe. Therefore, a caring owner will think of a place to sleep convenient for his animal in advance

An aquarium in the house is always a positive charge and a reason to forget about your problems and relax. Every experienced aquarist knows perfectly well that looking at bright tropical fish and swaying green algae is much more pleasant than at dull houses and white snowdrifts

The aquarium filter is a pump that pumps water through a special material, which retains food residues, waste products of the inhabitants of the aquarium and other pollutants. Periodically, the filter itself must be cleaned of accumulated dirt

Roaming is a very profitable business, but for some reason, not everyone succeeds. If you really really want to catch a swarm or even a few, then the first thing to do is make a good trap. It should be light, without gaps, and have sufficient volume

Before you get a decorative rabbit, you should think about where he will live. It is completely unacceptable to think that it is enough for an animal to get food and water on time. It is very important that the pet has a comfortable home, equipped with exactly his needs in mind

All beekeepers know how dangerous wasps are, and how much harm they can cause a bee hive. The consequences of such an invasion can be very dire: the looting of honey reserves, the death of bees and the queen. For summer residents on vacation, the neighborhood with wasps can also be fraught with bites from adults and children

The feeder came to us from England relatively recently, but is gaining more and more popularity among our anglers. In its structure, it is very similar to our donks, but it is a device more effective and convenient to use. Not everyone can buy a ready-made feeder in a store, so let's talk about how to assemble it yourself

If you are looking to create a corner of beauty and tranquility in your home, then an aquarium may be the best option. Fish watching is known to help you relax. Of course, all this is in the case when the artificial reservoir is beautifully designed and the inhabitants of the aquarium are healthy, and it is convenient for you to observe it

To make a feeder trough, first decide what you will use to make it heavier. Lead is mainly used for this. And you can melt it or use self-adhesive weights to balance the discs. The second option is easier - the weight is already indicated on the weights

It is possible to make a large aquarium with your own hands, you just have to really want it. It differs from a small large aquarium only in the presence of stiffeners and glass thickness. It is necessary degreasing liquid adhesive sealant glass cutter glass Instructions Step 1 It is necessary to purchase glue-sealant for aquarium "

A dog carrier is an item that should be comfortable not only for you, but also for your pet. Therefore, once you have decided on the shape, design and materials of the bag, proceed to checking the quality and strength. But how to do it correctly?

If you do not want your cat to sleep in your bed, in the laundry drawer or in the kitchen cabinet, equip a special place for her. Cats are very capricious. They themselves look for suitable places for themselves to play, rest or sleep and get very angry when they are haunted in their own territory

The bird feeder does not require complex design solutions. And its constituent parts can be from the most elementary materials lying around at home. These can be beverage bottles, milk or candy boxes, etc. And most importantly, the time for all the work will be spent as short as possible

Those of you who keep a cat in your house or apartment know that the cat litter problem is serious enough to keep your eyes open. Let's work together to choose a toilet that is easy for you to clean and that your pet will like. It is necessary - Cat litter box