While Ireland may be small compared to some other countries, it has produced several dog breeds. Many of these are strikingly different from each other and range from Terriers to Spaniels to Setters. Some of these dogs are quite common and available all over the world today. Others are incredibly rare and difficult to find outside of small geographical areas. Some may even be hard to find in Ireland!
Here, we look at several of these Irish dog breeds. Read More...
Pigments are responsible for producing color on cockatiels. Melanin pigments produce darker colors such as blue and grey. Lighter colors like yellow and orange are produced with the help of carotenoid pigments. Cockatiel mutations occur when a pigment gene is changed in some way or muted altogether. Pigment mutations can be passed down from generation to generation, and because they are the only cockatoo species that can begin to reproduce within their first year,1 it makes it easily possible for breeders to create specific colors and designs when producing cockatiels for sale. Read More...
Click to Skip Ahead The Abyssinian guinea pig is a pretty popular breed known for its distinctive coat and friendly personality. They’re best known for their rosettes, which are whorls of hair that grow in all directions. Therefore, they look pretty unique compared to other guinea pigs. Most have around 6–8 rosettes. However, some may have as many as ten.
Breed Overview Size: Small Weight: 2–3 pounds Lifespan: 5–7 years Similar Breeds: Texel guinea pig, Peruvian guinea pig, Silkie guinea pig Suitable for: People of all ages who are looking for a friendly guinea pig Temperament: Friendly, playful, outgoing Most people purchase these guinea pigs due to their unique coats and their friendly personalities. Read More...
