Many common weeds and seeding grasses form part of the diet of wild birds, and it’s not surprising that aviary birds enjoy them too. As well as being excellent treats, fresh seeds and greens are very important for the happiness and wellbeing of breeding birds....
In the last few years there’s been a progressive and very alarming rise in the number of deaths from snake bites. Many of those deaths are associated with brown snakes. It’s thought that the reason for the increase is that snakes, and brown snakes in...
Dog Restraints The importance of wearing seatbelts when driving is widely accepted, but all too often dogs travelling inside cars are not restrained. If an accident occurs both the dogs and the passengers in the car can be seriously hurt or killed. In the same way...
Making Your Garden Fox Unfriendly The European red fox (Vulpes vulpes) was first released in Melbourne in 1855 for recreational hunting. Today it is one of the most widely spread feral animals in Australia, and is present in every state except Tasmania. Once perceived...
Breed: Dwarf Lop and Mini Lop Rabbit Temperament: friendly, docile Cost: from $30 for pets to $90 for show Lifespan: 9 – 10 years Recommended for: families Maintenance: low Appearance Dwarf lops and Mini lops are very similar in appearance, size being the only...
Breed: Maltese x Shih Tzu Temperament: friendly, outgoing, boisterous Lifespan: 12-14 years Recommended for: anyone Dumpage rate: medium Maintenance: medium Appearance The Maltese x Shih Tzu is a small dog with an abundant coat. It may resemble either of the parent...
Recent research in the United Kingdom, United States of America and Australia shows that gardens are critically important for the survival of native species of birds. Don pointed out that only about 6% of Australia is in national parks, most of the rest is in private...
Ultimate Birds – Pet Macaw The trouble with keeping birds in cages is that you restrict one of their greatest abilities – flight. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have birds as pets, but let them fly free and interact with the family? That would really be...
Understanding Parrots Don visited Taronga Zoo and spoke to bird trainer Matthew Kettle about the social needs of parrots. Parrots are often perceived as ‘easy care’ pets, but there is much more to owning birds than putting them in cages and feeding them...
When Ears Go Back – Pat Parelli The ears are the most expressive parts of a horse’s body; read them and you can read the horse’s mind. Remember, the horse is a huge animal and if you can’t read its body language you risk being seriously...