Stomper the Ferret

Dr. Jungle says… “Cuteness Rating: 11+ (Stomper gets the “Boys best friend!” award)

Here’s what Crystal says about Stomper: “Stomper- my male ferret very cute and sweet and gets along great with my 7 and 9 year old boys”

  Stomper
"One Cute Ferret "
3/27/2007

Fozzie the Dog

Here’s what Jessi says about Fozzie: “He is the best possible dog I could ever have. He has only bitten someone once on Halloween; he thought she was trying to hurt us, so he is still the best dog ever. My opinion. He must have a gentle touch because he was in our front yard and there was a moose across the street and he walked right up to it and barked, but it left him alone. We were blessed. He tried to do that another time with a moose that was really mad, the moose almost tried to trample my friend and me so in my opinion he is the best, maybe not the smartest but the best he even lets my grandma and grandpa’s westie put his front paws on his back. When my mom’s friend’s puppy goes near him he starts to bark (when she was a puppy she bit his tail and ran). But that’s why he’s the best.”

  Fozzie
"Simply the best! "
3/27/2007

Monster Toads, Famous Horse, Grizzlies in Yellowstone

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Photo in the News: “Monster” Toxic Toad Caught in Australia

One of the largest poisonous cane toads ever recorded was captured yesterday in a nighttime “raid” as part of a nationwide campaign to eradicate the toxic pests.

In CBS 5: Pets & Animals: Pregnant Horse In N. Bay Draws Web Following
The imminent birth of a foal in a Petaluma stall is a drawing worldwide following on the Internet.

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Dolphin Numbers Still Low Despite “Safe” Tuna Fishing, Experts Say
Twenty years of friendlier fishing practices haven’t spurred dolphin recovery in a remote region of the Pacific, and scientists are struggling to find out why.

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Ancient Whale Fossil Uncovered in Tuscan Vineyard

Is a five-million-year-old whale fossil the secret of one of Italy’s finest wines?

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Yellowstone Grizzlies Lose “Endangered” Status; Critics Growling

Grizzlies in and around Yellowstone National Park no longer need protection under the Endangered Species Act, the U.S. says, a move that critics call premature.

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Colossal Squid May Be Microwaved

It’d yield calamari the size of tractor tires, but that’s not why scientists might use a giant microwave machine to defrost this recently caught sea monster.

In National Geographic News: Animals & Nature: Photo in the News: “Strange Owl” Seen in Wild for First Time
A tiny bird so rare and unusual that its scientific name means “strange owl” has been spotted for the first time in the wild, scientists announced yesterday.

In CBS 5: Pets & Animals: Report: Rat Poison May Have Caused Pet Deaths

Rat poison has been found in pet food blamed for the deaths of at least 16 cats and dogs, a spokeswoman for the State Department of Agriculture and Markets said Friday.

Tisha in The Dark

Dr. Jungle says… “Ever wonder what a cat does in the dark? Ever wonder how humans amuse themselves when bored?”

See the Video: Tisha in the Dark

Here’s Tisha the Cat in complete darkness! The camera, a Panasonic AG-DVC30 has a special IR mode that will film in complete darkness. The camera itself shines light from a source just below the lens. This is the standard camera light source, a brighter source that can shoot subjects much farther away (15 ft. or so) can be bought as an accessory.

School of Blue Tangs Video

Dr. Jungle says… “I just want to say thanks to Vollieray at Vollieray.com! You Rock!

See the video and more photos at Animal-Image – Caribbean Blue Tang

Check out this really cool video which shows how tangs, and fish in general, travel in schools of several hundred(s) of fish. We believe this may be the Caribbean Blue tang but this is not certain. The video was taken near Roatan, Honduras so it is definetly a Caribbean Ocean fish but the Caribbean Blue tang is seldom seen in groups of more than 10 or so individuals. Although the species of fish is uncertain, it is still a great showcase for the schooling behaviour of fish.

Click to See the Movie

Pet Food Recall

I received this email this morning and thought it important enough to pass on….

An Update from Nestle Purina PetCare Company About the Menu Foods Recall – March 23, 2007

Click below to view the Press Release:
http://updates.purina.com/T2RT0226561F25FDAD71AC59CB0580

Click below to view the Frequently Asked Questions:
http://updates.purina.com/T2RT0226569FD5FDAD71AC59CB0580

“We at Nestle Purina PetCare Company know the reports of pet food recalls and withdrawals over the past week have been very concerning and at times confusing for pet owners, who want to ensure the safety of the food they are feeding their beloved pets.

We want to take this opportunity to reassure you that Mighty Dog pouch products are the ONLY Purina(r) brand products affected by Menu Foods’ recall. Nestle Purina stands behind the high-quality of our pet foods, and all Purina brand cat food products and all other Purina brand dog food products, including Mighty Dog canned products, can continue to be fed to your pets with complete confidence.

Read more

Russian Tortoise

Provide this fellow with the right environment, and the small hardy Russian Tortoise is one of the best pet tortoises!

This tortoise has a variety of common names, most of which give some hints about it. Along with Russian Tortoise, the names Afgan Tortoise and Central Asian Tortoise describe places where it is found. Steppe Tortoise describes its natural environment as it occurs principally on sandy steppes. Four-toed Tortoise describes its rather unique quality, it is the only member of its genus Testudo having four rather than three toes (claws) on its feet.

Russian Tortoise
"Guess where I’m from?"
2/20/2007

Sammy, Dappled Daschund

Dr. Jungles says… “Sammy is undescribably, unbelievably, uncannily cute. If you want to see first hand how one puppy can take cuteness to new heights, just check out the pictures. Thats all I got to say about that.”

Here’s what Lisa says about Sammy: “Sammy loves to hide under the couches and tables. She can never get enough digging into things and she loves to argue with you and get the last word in.”

  Sammy
" Always gets the last word!"
3/20/2007

Sugar Gliders, Zipper and Luna

Now, here’s a cool cute pet from last year. I’m just glad my cat (or my dog for that matter!) can’t “glide from the drapes” to get treats. These guys are the cutest and sound like loads of fun! Here’s some pet care information: Sugar Gliders

The ability to “fly” or glide when they spread out in a parachute fashion is similar to the ability of the Flying Squirrel. But other than that, they are very different animals than the Flying Squirrel.

 
Zipper and Luna
"Best Little Gliders Around!"
12/24/2005

Drake and Josh, Guinea Pigs Yin and Yang

Ever seen the yin and yang of the guinea pig world? Well.. now you have! These are the coolest photos of the most colorful guinea pigs Ive ever seen. Enjoy.

Here’s what Manohar says about Drake and Josh:

“Drake Bell (black or ying) and Josh Stuart (white or yang) cute and cuddly.”

  Drake and Josh
"Yin and Yang !"
2/25/2007

Next Page »