Free Pet Care Advice, Tips and Information

Queen angel fish is native to the area near the reefs in the warmer parts of the western Atlantic Ocean. It is scientifically known as Holacanthus Ciliaris. Queen angelfish is very popular as pets because of its dazzling looks. This fish has greenish yellow head and dark blue eyes. These fish are shy in nature, therefore they are mostly found in groups. Queen fish looks almost similar to the Holacanthus Bermudensis. The only difference between the two is the dark spot on the forehead of the queen fish that look likes a crown; therefore they are called as queen angel fish. This fish can grow up to 45 cm and can live about 15 years only if provided with proper care. Some of the basic queen angel fish care tips are mentioned below that will you in keeping pet queen angel fish healthy.

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Fantail goldfish are quite popular as pet because of their dazzling looks and ease to care. It is one of the oldest goldfish and a good option for beginners. Scientifically it is known as Carassius auratus and it is a member of Cyprinidae family. The body of fantail goldfish is round with flowing fins that makes it look dazzling. Fantail goldfish are lively, hearty eaters and fun to watch. These fish are of different colors – yellow, white, orange, orange red, red on white, coffee orange and calico. The double tail of fantail goldfish have a fan look therefore it is known as fantail goldfish. They can grow up to 10 inches in length and they can live up to 20 years. Some of the fantail goldfish care tips is mentioned below to help you in keeping them healthy.

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Cherub angel fish is popular as pet because of their dazzling looks. They are native to Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean ocean. Cherub angelfish is also known as cherub fish, cherub angel, pygmy cherub angel, cherub pygmy angelfish, yellow face pygmy, Atlantic pygmy angel and Caribbean pygmy angel. Scientifically it is known as centropyge argi. The body of cherub angelfish is purple blue and face is yellow in color. These fish have blue rings around their eyes. They can grow up to 8 cm in length. Some of the cherub angelfish care tips is mentioned to help you in keeping them healthy.

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The gopher tortoise is a large terrestrial turtle that belongs to a group of land tortoises. They are a cold blooded animal that can grow up to 25 cm in length and 4 kg in weight. The life span of gopher tortoise in captivity is 100 years. They are quite admired by people as pet because of their long life span. These animals have the ability to dig large and deep burrows. They require equal amount of care like other tortoises. You should monitor the activities of gopher tortoise regularly in order to make sure that they are comfortable. Some of the gopher tortoise care tips are mentioned below to give you general idea about pet gopher tortoise,

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Horsfield tortoises are popularly known as afghan tortoise, Afghanistan tortoise, steppe tortoise, central Asian tortoise, four toed tortoise and Russian tortoise. Horsfield tortoises are green, yellow, and brownish in colour. The shell of horsfield tortoise is round and slightly flattened. They are very popular as pet because of their dazzling looks and small size. The life span of horsfield tortoise is 50 years. Owner should provide proper care and attention to his pet horsfield tortoise in order to make it survive it for long. Some of the horsfield tortoise care tips is mentioned below to give you general idea of handling horsfield tortoise.

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African spurred tortoise is quite admired by people as pet besides being a problematic pet. It is also known as African spur thigh tortoise, desert tortoise, African tortoise and sulcata tortoise. These tortoises are mostly found in southern edge of Sahara desert in North Africa. African spurred tortoises are the largest of all mainland tortoises and can weigh up to 200 pounds. The size of African spurred hatchling is 6 – 10 inches. The hatchling grows quickly in the first few years of their lives. Averagely African spurred tortoise can grow up to 24 – 36 inches in length and can weigh about 150 pound. They can live up to 80 years. African spurred tortoise is native to Sahel and Sahara desert. African spurred tortoises are difficult to handle and requires good amount of care. Some of the African spurred tortoise care tips are mentioned below that will help you in keeping your pet healthy.

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Galapagos tortoises are world’s largest tortoise and are commonly known as the giant tortoise. The weight of this tortoise is 900 pounds and a shell length is 54 inches. An Adult Galapagos tortoise can weigh up to 300 kg sand can grown up to 4 ft in length. The life span if this tortoise is s100 to 150 years in wild. Galapagos tortoise doesnot srequire much care as they are easy to handle. Some of the Galapagos tortoise care tips is mentioned below.

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Fantail pigeons are quite admired by people as pet because of their beautiful looks. The fantail pigeon basically has an Indian origin and is known as the broad tail shaker species. Fantail pigeon have a slender neck, small head and a beautiful fan shaped tail and small body. Most of the fantail pigeon comes in white color and looks stunning. Some of the fantail pigeon comes in black, yellow, blue, red, saddle and checkers in color. They are the most beautiful pigeon species. Fantail pigeon require normal care like any other pet requires. Some of the fantail pigeon care tips is mentioned below that will help you should keep in mind so that you can keep your pet fantail pigeon healthy.

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Cuddle fish or cuttlefish belongs to the family of sea octopus and Nautiluses. T is a not a fish but a mollusk and is very intelligent species. It is popularly known as sea chameleon because of its ability to change colour. Cuddlefish has cuttlebone which acts as a buoyancy mechanism for the animal. The cuddle bone helps the fish to remain at the bottom of sea or swim freely at any depth. Cuddle fish is mostly found in English Channel, along the west coast of Africa to the southern tip of continent and also in the Mediterranean Sea. Cuddlefish has eight arms and two suckered tentacles that help to capture food. The average height of of cuddle fish is 36 cm long but it can grow up to 80cm long. The cuddle fish has a Zebra like pattern.

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Reptiles easily get infected by several types of diseases due to change in weather, unhygienic food, dust, dirty water or unhygienic place. It is significant for one to provide proper care to their reptile in order to maintain their beauty and majesty. Reptile owners should have the basic knowledge about the diseases often found in reptiles. At times Vet live far away or are unable to answer to a call immediately, so owners should try to handle a sick reptile on their own. Some of the common diseases that are found in reptiles are mentioned below

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