Axolotls are extraordinary creatures that are unique in the animal kingdom. The endangered aquatic pets are found in the wild in only one place on the Earth. Axolotls are a Salamander species native only to Xochimilco Lake and its branching waterways in Mexico.
The gilled amphibians are perfectly adapted to their unique environment; Axolotls are neotenic, meaning they retain their neonatal larval features.1 This makes them ideal for survival in the lakes since the area is at a higher altitude and has tepid water (around 68°F) all year round. Read More...
If you watch your dog as they are about to go to sleep, you might notice a particular behavior. Your dog might stand and scratch at their dog bed. Whether the sleeping spot is a fancy bed you probably spent too much on or an old pile of blankets, your dog might paw and scratch at it before lying down. Why is your dog doing this? This is a simple question with a very interesting answer. Read More...
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Learn more » A cough is a sudden, forceful expulsion of air from the lungs. It is a protective reflex that helps keep the lungs and airways free of irritants such as foreign particles, microbes, and excessive secretions. An occasional cough is normal and may be nothing more than an attempt by a dog to clear its airways after inhaling an irritant. Read More...
