How to tell if a Baby Raccoon is truly orphaned?
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I want to know if the baby raccoon I found is definitely an orphan before I take it to a rehabilitation center.
- The raccoon was alone.
- There were flies around the raccoon.
- It has been crying overnight.
Please help, this raccoon is three weeks old and I definitely want to help it but not if I accidentally separate it from the mother. Thank you!
Answer:
The crying would indicate it's hunger. A raccoon of this age, should not be without a mother, or other litter mates. It would be unusual for it to be alone. Do not handle a raccoon without gloves, they can and do carry nasty diseases that is easily passed to both humans and domestic pets.
If possible, contact a wild animal rehabilitator, and give them as much information as you can. They will advise you from there. Provide a bit of shelter from bad weather, and keep it warm.
The flies could simply indicate that the young raccoon has feces nearby, and is not necessarily dangerous. Flies would also be attracted to wounds, so the sooner you find someone to help this baby, the better.
Good luck. I volunteer with wildlife, and fed my first orphaned raccoon kits (for this year) just yesterday. :)
EDIT: Raccoons on the eastern side of North America are considered rabies vector animals, but not in the west. :)
How to litter train a 2 year old rabbit?
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I recently adopted a gorgeous 2 year old Netherland dwarf bunny. I had planned on having her as a house bunny but unfortunately every time she is in my room she goes potty right on my bed.
She's used her litter tray a couple of times but much prefers to pee right next to my pillow. Have had to wash my doona twice now.
I currently don't have an indoor cage for her but will soon. Will this help?
Other than this she's super lovely.
Answer:
Having an indoor cage will absolutely help. (Has she been spayed? That will help too)
Take a look at NIC cages for a roomy indoor cage that is inexpensive and roomy.
What you will want to do once your indoor cage is all set is to place her in there and leave her there for a full 2 days. This will allow her to establish the cage as *her* area. Believe it or not, this is a very critical step to successful training. Be sure you have a big litter box in the cage that has litter first (Yesterdays News unscented or Carefresh) topped with fresh hay. If you notice her going in a different corner than the litter box, then move the litter box to the corner she is going in. But the hay should encourage her to go in there. They like to "go" while they are eating/grazing.
After those couple days, you can begin to let her out to roam. The key here is to only give her a limited space to roam. An area around her cage that is blocked by, say, an exercise pen. The idea here is that she won't have far to go to find her litter box again if she needs it. Gradually, you will increase her roaming area as she successfully returns to her cage to use her litter box. Keep her off your bed for awhile -- it's such a nice soft area to pee!
You've probably guessed that when you let her out for exercise, you should simply be opening her cage door. She should be allowed to go in and out as she pleases during this time.
Any 'mistakes' she makes will need to be thoroughly cleaned because she will continue to go anywhere she smells her pee. You can use white vinegar to help with the odor.
Here's what a NIC cage looks like:
http://breyfamily.net/bunnycage.html
How to train a rabbit to come out of the cage?
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How do I get my rabbit to automatically come out of her cage when I open the door? Is there a way?
It usually takes her a minute to come out; sometimes a little longer than that.
Answer:
Find out what her favourite treat is & give it to her every time she comes out the cage. Then she will be wanting you to open the door so she can get her treat =)
How to convince my parents to get me a pet?
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I am able to get a pet I just don't want a fish so what's a good way for a 11 and a half kid to convince parents to get me a cool pet, and what type of pet thats not a dog or cat
Answer:
Tell your parents that having a pet will teach you how to be responsible and will also teacher you unconditional love. If not a dog or a cat then you maybe should ask for a rabbit, guinea pig, or a hamster they are fun to handle particularly a rabbit or guinea pig. Hope you get what you want.
How to keep preadators from eating my chickens eggs?
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I have about 30 chickens 2 roosters and 52 chickens and roosters on the way. Animals keep eating the eggs that my chickens lay. I killed a snake eating them but they still dissapear. I tried putting a golf ball out thinking they would eat it and die but it didnt work :/. I dont want to know how to keep the chickesn secure just ways to keep preaditors from eating the eggs. Also how to kill the animals doing it.
Answer:
I guess your chickens are free range... Well, poultryOne said, "The first thing you should do is remove all potential hiding spots in and around your chicken cages, chicken run and poultry coop. Mow the long grass, cut back the shrubs and vines, and remove piles of lumber and other junk. The idea is to remove the places that predators like weasels like to stalk from." If you have a fence around the area that your chickens are kept in, set up some traps and/or poison depending on the predators that most target your chickens' eggs. Even if you're not interested in securing your chickens, it would be a good idea to have a shelter with nesting boxes. Some of your chickens will lay their eggs in the boxes, and the shelter could be shut at night so predators would be less likely to take the eggs. Hope this helped! :)
How to get a mouse used to you and other tips?
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I just got a new home and very decent sized cage for it, along with several new toys, etc along with a pet mouse. This was a couple of days ago. I rescued this mouse from the pet store and am very proud I did. Now I was wondering if any of you had tips on keeping a pet mouse along with how to properly get it used to being held.
Answer:
you hold it in the palm of your hand or put it on your arm and let it travel around you to get to know you. Play with it every day, and treats like cheese to keep it happy. KEEP IT AWAY FROM A CAT! and to get it used to being held you hold it daily or every couple of hours :) GOOD LUCK !
How to get a health certificate for a goat?
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I will soon start showing my doe in ADGA shows. Her name is Red Wash Georgia Brown if you want to look her up. She comes from top quality stock and her breeder says she would be an excellent show doe. I have someone to help me out learning as well, but I didn't get to ask her one thing, and she is busy right now so I won't bother her.
How do I get a health certificate for a goat?
Answer:
You will need to get one from a vet.
How to convince my parents to get me a female black fancy mouse?
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Earlier today I saw a female black fancy mouse at Petsmart. As you know people can buy them pretty fast. Tomorrow I'd like to ask if I can buy her. Can u give me suggestions on what to say??
Ps. And some cute names!
Answer:
Just make it clear that you can accualy take care of it, because im sure if your like me -Lazy- You should just get a fish. Mice are cute, but make sure you can pay for all of their supplies.
Names ? Jonny boy, Peewee, Petey
How to transition pets from a multi-pet to single pet household?
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I used to live with family & my dog had other dogs to interact and play with, I now just got a house and he is the only dog. I am scared that he is going to get lonely, what are some things I can do to make his new life more comfortable.
Answer:
If you have the space, get another dog! or even a cat (if he likes them) for company.
I moved from a home with 2 dogs to a home with just 1, and he sulked for like 2 weeks, after that he just got used to it.
How to convince your parents to lease a horse?
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I had always wanted to have a horse. I am a good rider and I know how to trot, canter, walk, gallop, jump, etc. Now I want a horse, but I am trying leasing first. I really want one! But I don't know how to convince them to. I know this question is always asked, but I can't help it. Please help, please! Thnks
Answer:
My little brother convinced them by paying for it himself.
