“The poodle fought off competition from a Pomeranian, a wire fox terrier, an Irish Wolfhound, a Samoyed, a Rottweiler and an American Cocker Spaniel in the final round of competition.,The show celebrates its 123rd anniversary this year.,LONDON (AFP) – A two-year-old poodle called Ricky on Sunday won the Best in Show award at Britain’s Crufts festival, the world’s largest annual dog show that this year attracted more than 21,000 entrants.
A fish swimming upside down normally indicates a serious ailment and a near-term appointment with the Great Aquatic Paradise. But one unusual fish, the upside-down catfish (Synodontis nigriventris), is quite adept at gracefully gliding upside down with the greatest of ease. Due to a remarkable physiology, the seemingly bizarre swimming habits of this fish are actually quite normal, rather than being an indicator of a life-threatening illness. These fish are able to perform underwater acrobatics, including knife edges, barrel rolls and their extended namesake posture. In a still fish aquarium, these fish are able to remain motionless in an upside-down position for what seems to be an indefinite period of time. Synodontis nigriventris received its Greek and Latin binomial names from its tooth and jaw formation, and unusual dark belly coloration. The genus name Synodontis means “together teeth,” and the species name nigriventris means “dark abdomen.” Normally, the dorsal pigmentation of a fish is darker than the ventral side, and it is speculated that this is to provide visual obscuration from predators. But the ventral side of the upside-down catfish is dark, indicating this fish has chromatically adapted camouflage for extended upside-down swimming near the water’s surface. The upside-down catfish is a peaceful, schooling fish that grows to about 4 inches in length and is ideally suited for a community tank with other species of a similar temperament. Of the six S. nigriventris in my collection, slight coloration differences (white or yellowish base color mixed with dark brown and black marbling) are observable under bright lighting. Random white dots create a stunning sparkling effect on this beautiful fish. Reference material and hobbyist reports indicate these fish are tolerant of a wide range of water conditions (pH 6.0 to 7.5) and temperatures ranging from 71 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. Synodontis nigriventris is of the order Siluriformes and part of the Mochokidae family. It shares the order Siluriformes with the popular Corydoras, having distinctive ray finnage, cat-whiskerlike barbels and a scaleless body. Synodontis nigriventris has been collected from Malebo Pool in the Congo River Basin and in many tributaries, such as the Lekenie River in the Odzala National Park in the Republic of the Congo. The Lekenie River is a clear to tea-colored waterway with a sand and fine quartz gravel substrate.
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WRITTEN BYKaty Nelson, DVM Veterinarian Dr. Katy Nelson is the Senior Veterinary Relations Manager for Chewy Health, as well as an associate veterinarian at the Belle Haven Animal…,By Katy Nelson, DVM Many things can cause your puppy to shiver or tremble. It could be excitement that you’re home, or it could be from ingesting a toxin. But what if it is due to something that your puppy was born with? Is treatment possible, and will he recover? What Is Shaking Puppy Syndrome? Shaking puppy syndrome, or hypomyelination, affects a young dog’s central or peripheral nervous system and involves the entire body. Myelin is the fatty protective sheath that covers every nerve in the body. When this protective sheath is too thin, as in hypomyelination, the electrical impulses can get lost between nerves and cause the nerves and corresponding muscles to malfunction.
Many people come to the Bunny Bunch adoption center that I founded wanting to adopt a rabbit. One of the most common questions I am asked is: Can rabbits and dogs live together? There is not a yes or no answer to this question. I know many people, including myself, who have rabbits and dogs living together. However, I have heard many horrible stories over the years of rabbits being killed or injured by the family dog.
6. Sheepadoodle (Old English Sheepdog-Poodle Mix) Photo by Cavan Images/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Sheepadoodles are an Old English Sheepdog-StandardPoodle cross that’s a friendly and fluffy dog. Like other doodle dogs, Sheepadoodles are playful and carefree, making them popular family dogs. But make sure you have the time (and funds) to dedicate to grooming, as the coat care for a Sheepadoodle requires daily brushing and regular professional grooming sessions. Weight: 65–85 pounds Height: 16–22 inches Lifespan: 12–15 years Coat colors: black, white, gray Coat texture: curly, medium Personality: active, friendly, playful, smart,7. Yorkiepoo (Yorkshire Terrier-Poodle Mix) Photo by Adobe Stock/Mary Swift Another small doodle breed, the Yorkiepoo’s parents are the Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie) and either a Toy or Miniature Poodle. Pet parents love them for their affectionate, gentle nature and tiny size—which makes them great for apartment-living. Weight: 3–15 pounds Height: 7–15 inches Lifespan: 10–15 years Coat colors: brown, cream, black, gray, blue, gold Coat texture: wiry, curly Personality: intelligent, affectionate, gentle, outgoing,You may have seen some of the most common types of doodle dogs that have gained popularity in recent decades. Every doodle dog is a little different, based on the type of Poodle parent (Standard, Miniature, or Toy Poodle) and the breed they’re mixed with. Each doodle dog takes on traits from their parent breeds, but because there is no breed standard for any doodle, the dogs’ appearance, temperament, and care requirements can vary widely. This is part of the reason why it’s important to find a reputable breeder that prioritizes the health and care of their dogs. Even although every dog is unique—just like every human—below are a few general characteristics of each doodle dog breed so you can know what to expect in a potential pet.
By Nick Keppler About ten years ago, DNA test kits started appearing in pet supply stores. The product is a boon to anyone who has adopted a shelter dog and is curious: Are those the strong legs of a Doberman? Is that beardy face inherited from an Airedale forefather? Does that swimming talent come from some Labrador Retriever blood? The tests can also be important diagnostic tools for veterinarians. Many ailments and conditions stem from genetics passed down in the bloodlines of breeds and some sets of DNA complicate a dog’s reaction to medications. Identifying Genetic Health Risks DNA testing for dogs falls into two, potentially related categories – breed identification and identifying potential disease-causing mutations. Identifying a dog’s breed make-up with a DNA test may point to an increased likelihood of particular conditions developing in the future but is certainly not definitive. On the other hand, tests for specific genetic mutations, some of which are now being included in over the counter dog DNA test kits, are more predictive. “It may not be a bad idea to test for known mutations that cause diseases that require additional care for owners,” says Anna Kukekova, an assistant professor of genetics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s Department of Animal Sciences. “Some breeds have unique mutations.” Kukekova gives the example of progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), an irreversible, largely untreatable genetic disease that causes blindness. It’s been documented in more than 100 breeds, but is more common to some. It was first diagnosed in Gordon Setters. Given that vision problems in dogs have a variety of causes, prognoses and treatments, detecting the mutation that causes PRA can be a valuable step in predicting what the future holds for a particular dog. “Knowing a dog’s combinations of breeds can spur the need to be aware of disease conditions known to affect a particular breed,” says Dr. Patrick Mahaney, a Los Angeles-based veterinarian and blogger. For example, he says herding breeds, like shepherds and collies, often carry a defect in the multi-drug resistance gene, MDR1 [also called ABCB1], which yields an increased likelihood of adverse reactions to some commonly prescribed medications. “From a standpoint of care provision, knowing if my patient had a defect in the MDR1 gene would lend valuable insight as to the potential for adverse reactions,” says Mahaney.
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