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		<title>Protect Guinea Pigs from Scurvy</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In the &#8220;olden days&#8221; there are many stories of people coming down with the disease know as scurvy. The tales of scurvy are particularly common when pertaining to ships and sailors many years ago. Though very few people hear about scurvy today, it is a very real threat for some animals. Specifically, guinea pigs are very much at risk for developing scurvy.
Scurvy is a disease that affects mammals who do not get adequate amounts of vitamin C. Conveniently, most mammals actually produce their own vitamin C as a defensive measure ...]]></description>
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		<title>Breed Profile: The Dutch Rabbit</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Despite the misleading name, the Dutch Rabbit is thought to have originated in England. However some sources do state that the Dutch Rabbit did indeed begin its existence in Holland. It is hard to say where exactly this beautiful rabbit first appeared. Nevertheless, it has gained steadily in popularity and remains a much loved rabbit around the world today.
The Dutch Rabbit is on the smaller side of the scale. They typically weigh four to six pounds. The Dutch Rabbit has a round body shape, and appears relatively stocky in build. ...]]></description>
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		<title>Breed Profile: The Caique</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Caique is a type of parrot from the Amazon rain-forest. There are a number of different types of Caiques. Though they are not talkers like many parrots, they are still popular pets with many bird enthusiasts.
There are two main types of Caique. Within each type of Caique there are also a number of more specific variations of the bird. However the two primary types of Caique are the Black Headed Caique and the White Bellied Caique. All of the Caiques are generally on the smaller side, and quite colorful.
With ...]]></description>
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		<title>Dealing with Bird Obesity</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In today&#8217;s society, many countries are struggling to deal with the condition of obesity. Not only does obesity make life more uncomfortable for those who are fighting it, but it also leads to a number of different health problems. However people are not the only ones dealing with obesity. Many pet birds are also plagued with the condition of obesity.
If you are the owner of a pet bird, it is important that you work very hard to prevent obesity from taking over your bird&#8217;s health and life. If your bird ...]]></description>
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		<title>How to Keep Your Ferret Happy</title>
		<description><![CDATA[As pets to humans, ferrets bring a great deal of joy and satisfaction into the homes of their owners. They provide us with companionship, entertainment, and even therapy through difficult times. Really, ferrets ask for little in return for the services they provide. That is why it is the owner&#8217;s responsibility to see to our ferret&#8217;s health and happiness. Because they cannot outright ask for what they need or desire, we must take every step to ensure the highest quality of life for our ferrets within our homes.
First of all, ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Art and Science of Equitation</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Spending time at a barn or horse show is a very unique learning experience. When you hang around a horse environment, you are sure to hear terms and phrases unique to that one area of the world. There is a unique language for horse people and learning some of the terms makes living within the horse world a more rewarding experience, regardless of your level of involvement. For example, learning the general meaning of equitation opens up many different sects of the equine universe.
Equitation refers to the rider&#8217;s position when ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Sleeping Habits of Horses</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Few horse owners hang around the barn long enough to really learn their horse&#8217;s habits. Many horse owners arrive at the barn to ride, and once they are through with their work they leave their horses alone for the rest of the day. Others are more involved, working to feed their horse and clean the barn. But again, they are not around simply observing their horses throughout the day and night. Some people might wonder, when exactly do horses sleep?
The truth of the matter is that horses can sleep at ...]]></description>
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		<title>Breed Profile: The Paso Fino</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Paso Fino is a horse with a rich history. It has a unique island heritage and a very distinct gait. Today the Paso Fino has gained popularity in all corners of the world, yet most still maintain the gaited movement and look of their past.
The Paso Fino originated on the Caribbean Islands and Spain. There are two distinguished types of Paso Fino. The first is the Colombian, and it is known for being the more powerful of the two. The second is the Puerto Rican Paso Fino, and it ...]]></description>
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		<title>Why You Shouldn&#8217;t Declaw Cats</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Though a relatively common practice in America, the act of declawing cats is actually against the law in many regions of the world. Most people around the world find it to be a very inhumane procedure. There is much evidence to support the theory that it is very unkind and even harmful to the cats. Over time and with increased education, American needs to follow the lead of others and ban the declawing of cats.
Many people declaw their cats for their own personal comfort. But they do not take their ...]]></description>
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		<title>Breed Profile: The Snowshoe</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Snowshoe cat is a medium sized cat with a distinct coat pattern. It is the coat pattern that gives this cat its name. Along with its breed specific coat, the Snowshoe cat has a great personailty that has won it many fans within the cat world. Nevertheless, the Snowshoe cat is one of the more rare cats around today.
As mentioned above, the Snowshoe cat gets his name from a pattern on his coat. By looking at the name of this breed of cat, it would make sense that the ...]]></description>
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		<title>Breed Profile: The Persian Cat</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Persian cat is thought to be the oldest breed of cat in the world. You might sometimes hear it referred to as the longhair cat, due to its appearance and popularity. As the name suggests, the Persian cat originated in the country of Persia. However many people thought it to great of a cat to be contained in one country. Today the Persian cat is known for being the mascot figure of a popular brand of cat food, and is one of the most commonly sought after pet cats ...]]></description>
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		<title>The Ideal Cat Diet</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Choosing a diet for your feline friend can be a rather baffling matter if you really stop to think about it. For better or worse, many people simply grab the cheapest or largest bag of dry food they find in their grocery store. They might ration out specific meals, or they may simply leave a full dish of food twenty four hours a day, letting their cat decide when to eat. Other people may pick every variety of canned food available, feeding a different wet food for every meal.
Unfortunately, a ...]]></description>
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