Female rabbits pluck out their breast fur during the mating season to build a nest. Sometimes, however, a rabbit or hare gets into the habit of pulling out and eating its fur. The swallowed fur can cause digestive problems and, in the worst case, even lead to intestinal obstruction. It is therefore important to discourage rabbits from eating their own fur.

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Fleas can transmit diseases and tapeworms, so it is important for the health of the pet to keep it free of fleas.

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Even though we love our furry roommate more than anything, there are some habits that cats can drive us crazy with. These are the 5 most common problems with your cat and what you can do about them:

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A very bad and annoying habit of an otherwise beloved dog is when it constantly digs up the garden. It is often a favourite part of the garden that the dog defaces again and again.

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Mutual trust between horse and rider is the foundation for perfect harmony. Only when unconditional trust and understanding are achieved can you become "one" with the horse.

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Just like humans, dogs also need to have their ears cleaned from time to time. If you want to clean your dog's ears yourself, you should follow a few simple rules to avoid infections.

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Pet health insurance protects pet owners from high vet bills in the event of a sudden illness in their pet. As with any other insurance, however, it often happens that the pet owner pays in for years without ever needing a vet.

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Incubating eggs under the red light lamp Incubating eggs under the red light lamp: general tips Incubating bird eggs under the red light lamp succeeds in 60% of all attempts. Due to the relatively high risk to the brood...

As a dog owner, you don't always have the time or inclination to give your dog a proper bath. If you're in a hurry but still want to freshen up your dog, you can simply dry-shampoo him.

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