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According to the Daily Puppy, dogs groan as a form of vocalization to help convey the way they are feeling. Because groans are used by dogs to vocalize a lot of different feelings, it is up to the owner to read the situation and determine what each groan means.
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Q: Why do guinea pigs squeak?
A: Guinea pigs are relatively vocal animals and use squeaking as a way to communicate emotions such as fear and happiness, according to About.com. Not only do guinea pigs squeak to communicate with other guinea pigs, but also as a way to communicate with humans. -
Q: Where can I buy a ferret online?
A: As of August 2014, it is possible to purchase ferrets online from a variety of local breeders and pet stores throughout the country, including ferret.com and marshallferrets.com. The majority of nationwide chain stores, such as Petco, offer the animals for in-store purchase only. -
Q: Where do ferrets live in the wild?
A: According to the American Ferret Association, the European polecat, the primary ancestor of the ferret, is a native of western Eurasia and North Africa. It is believed other members of the family Mustelidae contributed to the ferret's lineage, including the Steppe polecat, which lives in Europe and Central Asia. -
Q: How do you create a ferret care sheet?
A: A ferret care sheet must include exercise pens, dry ferret food, ferret cages, ferret hammocks and ferret toys. You might also consider getting litter boxes for ferrets. -
Q: Does an armadillo make a good pet?
A: As a general rule, armadillos do not make good pets. This is the case for many reasons, including a few serious ones. It is illegal to own an armadillo in many states, though they may be kept with a permit. Most worryingly, a New York Times report claims that it is possible for armadillos to transmit leprosy to people. -
Q: Do guinea pigs have tails?
A: Guinea pigs, also known as cavies, do not have tails. They have round-shaped bodies and short legs, and are furry and sociable creatures. There are a variety of different guinea pig breeds with different coat lengths and colors. -
Q: How can I adopt a cat or dog?
A: You adopt a dog or cat through your local ASPCA, animal shelter or rescue organization. Each organization has its own guidelines, but most organizations have the same general requirements. You need identification, an application and a donation to adopt a cat or dog. -
Q: Can you give hamsters a bath?
A: According to Hamsterific.com, hamsters should not be given baths unless it is absolutely necessary. Hamsters have natural oils on their fur that serve important functions, and bathing a hamster removes these natural oils. Hamsters can also catch colds if they are not dried properly after bathing. -
Q: Do hamsters cry?
A: According to Paw Nation, hamsters make a variety of noises to communicate with their human owners. While hamsters don't cry like human babies, they can scream, squeal or squeak in response to stress. -
Q: Can guinea pigs live outside?
A: Guinea pigs can live indoors and outside. However, the Humane Society recommends housing guinea pigs indoors. Guinea pigs should not be exposed to extreme weather conditions such wind, snow or rain. -
Q: How often do dogs need rabies shots in New York?
A: Depending on the type of vaccine the dog has been given, rabies booster shots are required every 1 or 3 years in New York, according to the New York Department of Health. If an animal is not kept properly vaccinated, the owner can face a fine of up to $200 as of information available in August 2014. -
Q: What kind of pet is a serval?
A: A serval is a type of wild cat from Africa. Although they're relatively small size makes them look like a more exotic version of the domestic cat, servals tend to be aggressive and destructive so do not make good pets. -
Q: What kinds of antelope live in South Africa?
A: Out of the 79 antelope species in Africa, 29 kinds of antelope are found in South Africa. This makes South Africa the largest natural habitat in the world for the antelope species. -
Q: How do you tell difference between female and male guinea pigs?
A: The easiest way to tell the difference between male and female guinea pigs is by measuring the distance between the guinea pig's anus and its genitals. According to Pet Informed, a male guinea pig's genital area measures further from the anus than a female guinea pig's genital area. -
Q: What are some puppy obedience training tips?
A: According to WebMD, training is important from the moment a puppy enters its new home. Rewarding good behavior, being consistent and properly socializing puppies are three of the most important puppy training tips for creating a positive learning environment. -
Q: What do you call a group of ants?
A: A group of ants is called an army or a colony. The size of the colony will depend on the environment and the conditions of the area. -
Q: What kind of animals are most likely to be fossilized?
A: Animals that have hard body parts, such as bones or shells, are most likely to be preserved during fossilization. These rigid materials are more durable to the forces that cause fossilization; they are more likely to survive intact or to leave imprints that later become fossilized. -
Q: Why do hamsters squeak?
A: Hamsters squeak in order to express their emotions. These squeaks express happiness, excitement, annoyance and fear. There a number clues that can help determine the specific reason behind a hamster's squeak. -
Q: What is the name for a baby ferret?
A: According to ZooBorns, a baby ferret is called a "kit." Other animals whose young are called kits or kittens include bearcats, bobcats, cats, foxes, honey badgers, mice, muskrats, rabbits, rats, servals, skunks, squirrels, weasels and woodchucks. -
Q: What is a miniature husky?
A: There are two dog types called "miniature huskies." One is a miniature version of the Siberian Husky. It owes its size to a natural mutation and is not a cross with any other breed. The other is called the Alaskan Klee Kai, which first saw development in the 1970s. -
Q: Can you keep a pet porcupine?
A: Although porcupines are placid in demeanor, they are wild animals and are not recommended as pets. They carry no known communicable diseases, but the 30,000 quills on their bodies and tails are treacherous to any human or animal they encounter.
