Month: November 2018
The Cockatoo Parrot continues to grow in popularity as a pet bird. Its beauty, intelligence, and affectionate personality make it a wonderful pet for the right family. Here are 6 things to know about this fabulous pet bird. Being fully aware and prepared for all that is involved is the best gift you can give in return for the love and affection that your Cockatoo will give.
Life Span-Considered to be one of the longest-lived Parrots, with proper care the smaller species (Goffin’s, Galah/Rose-Breasted, and Lesser Sulfur Crested) can live up to 40 years, and the larger species (Moluccan, Greater Sulfur Crested, Umbrella) can live from 80 to 100 years and sometimes more. This is no fly-by-night commitment, but one for a lifetime, so consider carefully.
Size-The wide variety of birds available means you can choose the size that fits best in your home. The smaller species average 12 inches in length while the bigger birds can measure up to 2 feet in length. The larger birds will not only cost more but require a larger cage, and more space in your home. Consider not only the space you have now, but what it may be in 5 or 10 years.
Color-Very distinctive in their appearance, they look different from most Parrots because they tend to be a single color. Available in white with yellow or white crests, glossy black or black with red tails, they are show stoppers and they know it and love to be the center of your attention!
Personality-They love to entertain by showing off tricks they know. If healthy, they are very active, and inquisitive, and can spend hours playing with and chewing their toys. Because they live in flocks in the wild, they are very social and need a lot of attention from their humans. They enjoy and need several hours daily of social interaction with humans, and do best with short but consistent periods of daily training. Providing proper attention and training is just as important as food and water because lack of social interaction can lead to neurotic behaviors such as feather plucking, biting, and screaming. It can also cause stress which changes the bird’s body chemistry making it more susceptible to disease and infection. If you are not able to spend that amount of time daily, consider having 2 birds or think about adopting a bird that needs less of your time.
Diet-Cockatoos need fresh water made available at all times, and should be fed a well balanced diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, sprouted seeds in addition to a high quality pellet mix. Occasional protein in the form of cottage cheese, cooked meat, and egg can be offered. Avoid avocado, chocolate, alcohol, and caffeine as they are toxic.
Health-They are hardy birds and remain generally healthy with good care. But even with the best of care, they can sometimes become ill. Since they instinctively hide illness to avoid becoming prey in the wild, problems may be hard to detect. Any changes in normal behavior, eating and sleeping patterns, or discharge from eyes or nose is in indication that there is a problem. Consult your avian vet immediately for the best chances of having your bird survive.
Cockatoo’s are susceptible to Psittacosis, a disease contagious to other birds as well as humans. It is generally transmitted by airborne contaminants and gains a foothold when inhaled or ingested.
As a normal part of their growth, they produce feather dust–a white powder that tends to settle in a fine layer in areas where the Cockatoo is housed. Many who suffer from allergy and asthma are allergic to it.
Times are changing in the case of healthcare for horses. Many more people are trying to find alternative types of preventative/alternative care. Within this paradigm shift it appears as if liquid titanium products are becoming a wonderful adjunct inside the search for total health.
Titanium has been tested and proven to possess many incredible effects on biological and physical functions. Because liquid titanium products assist the horse’s system naturally causing it to deliver negative ions and far infrared rays, there are no limitations to how much time a horse can wear the item. Absolutely nothing enters the body through the gi tract, skin or blood vessels. Fundamentally, the liquid titanium acts on the bio-energetic field inherent to every living body. Exactly what does this all mean for the horse you could possibly ask. When liquid titanium items are worn by horses, the titanium surrounds the horse’s body and the horse is now able to utilize 100 % of the negative ions leading to extraordinary health advantages. When the negative ion effect is combined with the FIR (far infrared) producing properties, the health rewards of liquid titanium horse wear become quite extensive:
FIR converts into radiant heat (infrared energy) which produces body warmth.
Increases H2O hydration which improves blood circulation & increased oxygen inside blood provides more energy.
Increases metabolism.
Increases the production of nitric oxide which is a key component of any healthy immune system.
Reduces the acidity in the body.
Helps flush toxic substances from the body and reduces lactic acid buildup.
Reduces aches, pains and joint stiffness and relieves muscle spasms.
Reduces pain affiliated with arthritis.
Can reduce inflammatory skin problems.
Can reduce anxiety.
Can relieve stress, which could lessen the chance of ulcers.
Induces alpha brain waves and stabilizes serotonin levels which may result in a calming effect.
Increases awareness so helping your horse focus in a positive way. For horse owners this can mean a noticeable difference between mediocre performance and optimum performance, poor to average health versus blossoming health. It’s possible to start to learn how significant these health and fitness benefits can be ranging from a healthier, happier horse to improved focus and performance; with the potential of decreasing vet bills.
Up to date, the liquid titanium products available for horses include coolers/blankets, face masks and ear covers. All types of horse owners are beginning to use liquid titanium horse wear. Racehorses, barrel racers, 3day event horses, dressage horses and everything in between are experiencing the remarkable advantages of liquid titanium therapeutic horse wear.
Think of liquid titanium horse products as “drug-free” therapeutic horse wear. For holistic health enthusiasts seeking alternative ways of promoting health for their horses, liquid titanium horse wear is an excellent choice. Titanium products are not a replacement for traditional vet care, but can be applied besides your preferred vet’s services.
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Not all advertising mediums are suitable for every campaign. For those new to advertising and for small business owners, it is beneficial for them to know what features various advertising media can offer to their company. Here are four characteristics of out of home advertising:
1. Repeated exposure
Consumers spend most of their waking hours outside their homes so an advertising medium that is capable of meeting its consumers where they are would be an effective way of gaining exposure. As cities increase in size and as technologies continue to advance and develop, it removes the consumers from traditional advertising. Out of home advertising can effectively increase revenue by promoting the businesss unique selling position to the consumers. Out of home advertising like Billboards Advertising is also available 24 hours a day 7 times a week. It cant be turned off or easily ignored. So expect advertisements to gain huge exposure from this medium.
2. Out of home advertising is able to complement and enhance other media
Out of home advertising can act as an umbrella for the rest of the brands advertising mix. Adding out of home advertising to the media mix will increase the advertisements frequency and continuity plus it guarantees advertisers Successful Advertising Campaigns for their services or branded products. Frequency will give the brand numerous exposures to the target audience which can create a top of mind brand awareness. Continuity will act as an insurance policy for the advertising campaign. It will allow the brand to maintain contact with the consumers and ensure that the brand is being advertised when other advertising medium is not.
3. Better targeting
Outdoor advertising is pure advertising. By placing advertisements in high traffic locations and areas where the target consumers frequent, brands can be specifically advertised and thus create better targeting. Placing the advertisement near the point of purchase will also increase its call to action and effectiveness. Advertisements are more effective when they are seen at the right time at the right place. Its also always there so the consumer will be constantly reminded about the product or service being advertised.
4. Lowest cost per thousand impressions
Out of home advertising will also give the business or brand access to the lowest cost per thousand impressions. This is an important metric especially for larger companies who buy advertising for branding purposes. For smaller local businesses, this is also important because this means that this is the least expensive way to advertise without sacrificing the quality and benefits of the advertisement. A low cost per thousand impressions will be able to provide brands more exposure for every ad dollar spent. This will also allow advertisers and marketers to reallocate portions of their advertising budget to outdoor advertising so that they can increase their cost per thousand impressions while reducing the net ad budget outlay.
Outdoor advertising is the oldest form of advertising but it is still the fastest growing form of advertising. Outdoor Advertising Agency can provide the necessary solutions to their advertising needs. They have teams of professional who can share their knowledge and expertise.
The Pet Care Trust is pleased to announce that the Pets in the Classroom Program saw surprising growth in 2010. The program awarded 2,060 grants to teachers in 2010, its first full year of operation. With an average of 30 students per classroom, the program has brought pets into the lives of almost 62,000 children. Some of these children may have no other contact with a pet except in their classroom. In many cases, it could be the beginning of a lifelong interest in pets and pet care.
Pets in the Classroom is an educational grants program supporting responsible pet care for school classrooms. Sponsored by the Pet Care Trust, the goal of the program is to establish healthy child-pet relationships at an early age by supporting responsible pet care in Kindergarten-6th Grade classrooms across the U.S. and Canada. Many school teachers have very limited resources for the support of classroom animals. The Pet Care Trust sponsors this program to help teachers purchase or maintain pets in the classroom through direct, no-hassle grants. The program leaves it up to the teacher to select the pet that is most appropriate for her/his classroom. There have been a wide variety of funding requests, from snakes and lizards to guinea pigs and rabbits, proving that many different species provide interesting classroom companions.
As of December, 2010, 2,066 certificates were granted totaling nearly $264,000. . The programs initial goal for the year of 700 grant requests was far exceeded. Pets in the Classroom has funded the following classroom pet requests:
Aquariums- 761
Reptiles- 435
Small Animals- 737
Birds- 93
Sustaining- 40 (These grants help teachers who already have a classroom pet with food and supplies).
The program hopes to fund an additional 2,000 classroom grants in 2011. All funding for Pets in the Classroom has come from the Pet Care Trust endowment. As the program expands to reach more elementary school classrooms across the country, the program will rely on direct financial support from the pet industry. Pets in the Classroom welcomes support from corporate and individual donors through tax deductible contribution to the Pet Care Trust. Visit the Trust website today at www.petcartrust.org.
Some of the best dog names come from foods of all kinds, including meats, cheeses, and sweets. These are even better as a dogs name if the dog either especially enjoys the food or is the color of the food.
Dogs love meat, and there are number of meat inspired names for dogs. Tbone and Ribeye are both cuts of beef, and Porkchop is a cut of pork. Meatball and burger are foods normally made with beef. Different Sausages including Hotdog, Schnitzel, and Wiener are great names.
Dogs also love Cheese, and so Cheese and Fromage (which is French for Cheese) are fun choices. More Cheese inspired names are Gouda, Cheddar (especially for a yellow dog), Feta, and Brie (which is best for a female dog).
Some nuts have fun names, and so can be used. Consider Almond (best for a small dog), Cashew, Macadamia (with a nickname of Mac), Pistachio (with a nickname of … um … tach), Peanut (best for a small dog), and to go with those nuts Jelly.
Most dogs love fruit, and so think about Banana (best for a goofball, or a yellow dog, or one who is both) and Peaches (best for a female).
Who does not love breakfast foods – dogs sure do. You can’t go wrong with Waffles (best for a goofball), Toast (best for beige colored fur), Muffin, Strudel, and Scramble (like scrambled eggs, best for a fast dog).
You can get many excellent names from Sweets or Desserts. Cookies like Nilla (as in Nilla Wafers – best for light fur), Oreo (the black and white cookie – best for a black and white dog), Yodel, Twinkie (best for a yellow dog), Cupcake, Custard (best for yellowish fur), Licorice (best for black fur), Sundae, Pudding (maybe for a plump dog), and Marshmallow (for a white dog).
Even though dogs should never ever eat chocolate you can find good names there, especially for a brown dog. Some examples are Bosco, Coco, and Hershey.
Some names from beverages are Moxie and Cola, which are both good for dogs with brownish fur.
Almost any snack food is a potential name, including Crackers, Triscuit, and Ritz.
Don’t overlook names for dog food, including Biscuit and Kibble.
As you can see, almost any food can be used as a name for a puppy. More names are Pickles, Olive, Chowder, Noodles (another good name for a goofball), Hoagie, and Pepper (for a dog with black fur).