Short Tailed Opossums As Pets A look at short tailed opossums as pets ReptilesTurtles. opossums. skunks. Squirrels. Sugar Gliders in popularity as an exotic pet. They are small, Short tailed opossums (Monodelphis domestica) are from South America, http://exoticpets.about.com/library/weekly/aa061998.htm
Extractions: Short Tailed Opossums Short tailed opossums are growing in popularity as an exotic pet. They are small, generally friendly creatures which have good pet potential. They are certainly cute enough! Short tailed opossums ( Monodelphis domestica ) are from South America, and are 4-6 inches long (body only; their tail is almost as long as the body) with thick grey-brown fur. The tail is prehensile, meaning it can wrap around and hold onto things, and hairless. They are marsupials, although they do not have a pouch like most marsupials. However, their young are born quite premature and helpless, latch on to a nipple on their mother's abdomen, and stay there until they are further developed, like other marsupials. In the wild they will eat insects, spiders, and rodents. For this reason they are actually welcome house guests in their native countries. They are easily handled if tame from a young age, but should be kept as solitary pets because of their tendency to fight (ferociously) with other opossums. They are nocturnal so will be most active at night, although once awake will be social during the day.
Exotic Pets ( 134 Human Selected Links ) Small Animal Rescue skunks Chris Booton's skunks -Chris`s pet skunks -Not the Kitty Peoplefor Domestic skunks -Skunk Webring -skunks and opossums as pets http://www.cbel.com/exotic_pets/
Domestic Skunks- The Odd Pet Directory pet Humor. Cool pet Links. pet Memorials. pet Names. pet Web Rings. pet Magazines. pet Horoscopes. Ask pet Net! pet pet Net's Exotic pet Directory care of pet Rats http://www.jwarnick.com/oddpet/chapterskunk.html
Extractions: The domestic skunk has a triangular body, usually 14 to 18 inches long, excluding the tail. Skunks stand around 5 to 7 inches tall, and weigh 5 to 10 pounds. Males tend to be slightly larger. Color variations available today include: chocolate chip, milk chocolate and white, white on white, pure albino, cinnamon swirl, confetti, apricot, lavender, gun-metal gray, and several variations of the black and white. Life span is up to 14 years with good veterinary care and a carefully controlled diet. Skunks are native to the United States, and traceable back to historical accounts of Christopher Columbus. Today, they are exported to zoos in many European countries and are available to the public as pets through zoo breeding programs. Their history as domestic pets is not known exactly, but it's thought that they have been kept as pets as early as 75 to 100 years ago.
Kids And Critters! abandonment, trapping, licensing, exotic pet problems, household gulls, snakes, raccoons,hawks, skunks, woodpeckers, opossums, bees, mockingbirds http://humanelink.vview.org/educ/articles/kidsandcritters.html
Extractions: Each SUPERPACKET contains 43 pages of games, projects, worksheets, ideas and patterns. Each packet has materials on a variety of topics, written for various age levels. SUPERPACKET I- Five true/false games (dog, cat, horse, whale, reptile). Pet care workbook, creative writing, 3 bingo games, bug hunt, "pet acquainted" game, puppet projects, fun-with-animals project ideas and more. SUPERPACKET II- 2 true/false games (bird, insect), cat flannelboard pattern, lost dog board game, encyclopedia safari, finger puppets, bookmarks, pet census, spelling game, certificates, mystery critter (sowbug), and more. SUPERPACKET III True/false game (rodents and rabbits), word puzzles, animal safety, rats, marionette pattern, shoebox stable, lesson plans, dinosaurs, library skills, certificate, snakes, brainbusters game, shadowy shapes, scavenger hunt, and more.
Omniseek: Pets And Animals: /Pets & Animals /Rodents / Also sells pet food and supplies. (http//www.afrma.org/backiss.htm) Rodents RateThis Site Companion Animals Rodents skunks opossums- FAQ - about skunks http://petsandanimals.omniseek.com/srch/{4573}
Wildlife Guidelines Use a plastic pet carrier for larger babies ANIMAL Feed Esbilac to young squirrels,opossums, chipmunks and gloves, feed KMR to young raccoons, fox and skunks. http://www.wildlifeincrisis.org/fact_mammals.htm
FAQ's opossums turn over with a stick to see if babies are in pouch. skunks havevery poor vision. back to top Don't leave pet food outside. http://www.wildlifeincrisis.org/faqs.htm
Domestic Skunks- The Odd Pet Directory Chipmunks, Coatimundis, Degus,Domestic skunks, Dormice, Duprasis Squirrels, PygmyMice, Short Tailed opossums, Spiny Mice The Odd pet Directory has received many http://jwarnick.com/oddpet/chapterskunk.html
Extractions: The domestic skunk has a triangular body, usually 14 to 18 inches long, excluding the tail. Skunks stand around 5 to 7 inches tall, and weigh 5 to 10 pounds. Males tend to be slightly larger. Color variations available today include: chocolate chip, milk chocolate and white, white on white, pure albino, cinnamon swirl, confetti, apricot, lavender, gun-metal gray, and several variations of the black and white. Life span is up to 14 years with good veterinary care and a carefully controlled diet. Skunks are native to the United States, and traceable back to historical accounts of Christopher Columbus. Today, they are exported to zoos in many European countries and are available to the public as pets through zoo breeding programs. Their history as domestic pets is not known exactly, but it's thought that they have been kept as pets as early as 75 to 100 years ago.
Petsburgh Exotic Pets Control Zoonoses Acquired from pet Primates International Opossum Society ShortTailed opossums Short Tailed Opossum Mailing List skunks American Domestic http://www.lostworld.petsburgh.net/exotics.html
National Opossum Society Work to improve management and handling of opossums in the environment Provides information about Category Society Issues Regional North America United States a visitor to those structures, pick up pet food at niche which will be filled by adjacentopossums or by other mammals, such as rats, skunks, raccoons, etc. http://www.opossum.org/
Extractions: welcomes you to the world of the Virginia opossum! The National Opossum Society is an all-volunteer not-for-profit, tax-exempt charity, founded December 5, 1986. Our principles and goals are: Educate ourselves and share knowledge with others on all aspects of the proper care of opossums. Educate the public concerning the benefits of the opossum in the environment. Work with all agencies to improve management and handling of opossums in the environment Serve as a nationwide resource for current and correct diet, medical, and general knowledge of opossums. The National Opossum Society and the Opossum Society of the United States, while both founded by Dr. Henness, are separate groups. This Web Site is for the group most recently led by the late Dr. Henness, the National Opossum Society If you are visiting us because you have found orphans, or an injured opossum, please see our ORPHAN PAGE.
Inland Valley Humane Society And SPCA - Pet Tips Prevention; Disaster Plan for pet Owners; How Wildlife Coyotes; Wildlife Grey Foxes;Wildlife opossums; Wildlife Raccoons; Wildlife skunks. Halloween pet Safety; http://www.ivhsspca.org/pettips.html
B Turtle Hibernation - Animal Hospitals-USA ants and predatory marauders, such as dogs, cats, rats, skunks and opossums. abovewas reproduced from the book “AvianExotic Animal care Guides” by http://www.animalhospitals-usa.com/reptiles/b_turtle_hibernation.html
Extractions: Box Turtle Hibernation Any box turtle that has recently been ill should not Hibernating Indoors Box turtles can be placed in a protected box (wooden or cardboard) partially filled with clean dirt (potting soil is recommended). The soil should be kept slightly damp. A layer of dead leaves or crumpled newspaper should cover the dirt A shallow dish of water should also be provided. The box can be placed in a cool area (such as a garage) and should be maintained rodent-free. The hibernating turtle should be checked periodically. During warm spells, the turtle may temporarily come out of hibernation; food should be offered at these times. Hibernating Outdoors: The hibernation period begins with inappetence in October or November in southern California and ends in March or April, depending on environmental conditions in the spring. Box turtles may be allowed to hibernate in the corner of a dog house or other similar shelter if they are allowed to burrow under some loose cover. Dead leaves or crumpled newspapers can be provided for this purpose. An alternative arrangement involves providing a protected area with loose dirt and a covering layer of dead leaves or dried lawn clippings that cannot be flooded by winter rains. Box turtles may emerge during warm spells, during which time they may feed. Food should be provided at these times as well as a shallow dish of water for soaking, if the turtle chooses to do so. Box turtles hibernating outdoors should be protected from flies, ants and predatory marauders, such as dogs, cats, rats, skunks and opossums.
Exotic Animals Woodburn pet Hospital cares for a wide variety of exotic Coatimundi's, Serval Cats,Kinkajous, Bitterong, Hedgehogs, Sugargliders, skunks and opossums. http://www.amcwoodburn.com/exoticanimals.htm
Extractions: Exotic Animals Woodburn Pet Hospital cares for a wide variety of exotic animals, including Coatimundi's, Serval Cats, Kinkajous, Bitterong, Hedgehogs, Sugargliders, skunks and opossums. We also provide limited reptile and bird care. Sorry, no raccoons. Dr. Paradis can consult on hoof stock management and care. Please contact us for further details.
Exotic and links for flying squirrels, skunks, bearded dragons, savannah monitors, hedgehogs,tarantulas, and opossums. Exotic pet Webring A webring for http://www.destinationpets.com/Exotic.htm
Extractions: Exotic Home Contact Us Ask A Vet Poison Control ... About.com Exotic Pets - Articles, links and other resources about many kinds of exotic pets. Acme Pet's Exotic Animal Directory - Information about keeping exotics. Chat room and message boards. Allexperts Wild Animals - Volunteer experts answer your detailed one-on-one questions about keeping wild animals such as llamas, ferrets, wolves, hedgehogs, ocelots, and more as pets. Animals Exotic and Small - Magazine for owners and breeders of miniature and exotic animals and livestock. AntColony.org - Explore the defining characteristics of various kinds of ants and discover interesting facts about colonies, an ant's diet and behavior. Study snapshots, illustrations and terminology. Cupid's Home on the Net - About an Emperor Scorpion's antics, living quarters, food, and handling. Enter Fantasia Exotics - Promoting responsible exotic ownership. Caresheets for rodents and carnivores, ecies), discussion board, chat, mailing list, classified ads, breeder listing, e-cards, and links. Exotic Pet Information - Explores realm of exotic and alternative pet ownership, including information and links for flying squirrels, skunks, bearded dragons, savannah monitors, hedgehogs, tarantulas, and opossums.
Animal Welfare League Of Alexandria - Animal Camp the illegal primate, bird, reptile pet trade. Learn about raccoons, opossums, squirrels,deer, owls, bats birds, bees, butterflies, turtles, geese, skunks etc http://www.alexandriaanimals.org/~awla/camp.cfm
Extractions: The camps offered at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria are thought-stimulating camps, geared towards educating children on topics concerning responsible pet care, animal welfare, the environment and how each individual CAN make a difference. The camps also give children an opportunity to learn about animals and the environment with an emphasis on compassion, safety, being kind to all creatures, and protecting the earth we share. Everyday is an adventure! Animal Control Officers, Animal Care Technicians, Kennel Managers, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialists, Veterinarians, Professional Dog Trainers, Marine Mammal Specialists (from the Baltimore Aquarium), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Agents (with their "Suitcase for Survival"), Ornithologists (bird specialists), Police K-9 Officers and their dogs, Wildlife Rangers (with a variety of animals), Seeing Eye Dog Trainers, Zookeeper, Recycling Specialists, Herpetologists (reptile specialists), Lagomorphologists (rabbit specialists), Entomologists (insect specialists), and Naturalists. Depending upon which camp is selected, the age appropriate activities will include:
Possum Links Australian Animals The Possum (a quiz). skunks and opossums information forpet owners on care and feeding. Opossum Oregon Zoo. Possums Fact and Fiction. http://www.possumsnest.com/possums/possum_links.htm
Extractions: A Page about Opossums from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission 's site Interesting Stuff About Opossums The National Opossum Society has info on the Virginia possum of America Opossum Information basic information and trivia about opossums. 'Possum Network focuses on America's marsupial, the Virginia Opossum. Recommended! Opossum Society of the United States - non-profit wildlife rehabilitation and educational organization dedicated to providing care for injured and orphaned wild opossums. Opossums - with information on the distribution, habitat, and food of Nebraska Opossums. Leadbeater's Possum Possum Bibliography - bibliographic details of published papers on the Australian brushtail possum. The Possum Patch - showing information about food and locale, photographs and links. Tasmanian Brush-tail Possum - dedicated to raising support for the possum world-wide, and applying pressure to the Australian government to halt disgraceful exploitation of this animal. New Zealand Possum Products 'why people should buy possum fur products' Pygmy Possum Australian Animals - The Possum (a quiz) Skunks and Opossums information for pet owners on care and feeding Opossum Oregon Zoo Possums: Fact and Fiction A History of Possums Unique Australian Animals The Cuddly Koala and other Australian mammals, including the possum
HelavaSearch.com - PPC Search Engine Results For "pet Snakes". pets Comprehensive guide to the care of exotic Lizards ReptilesSnakes Reptiles-TurtlesOpossums skunks Squirrels Sugar pet Travel Types of pets - Dogs, Cats http://www.helavasearch.com/search_dir/Pet_Snakes/tab
Dog Owner's Guide: Leptospirosis has entered suburban areas with populations of skunks, raccoons, opossums, deer,and Next Article Diagnostic tests save pet lives Modern medicine's http://www.canismajor.com/dog/lepto.html
Extractions: [Dog Owner's Guide: Leptospirosis (www.canismajor.com/dog/lepto.html)] Live in the Cincinnati area? Looking for a private trainer or training club? A boarding kennel? How about an all breed club? Visit our Dog Owner's Guide Mall Home Topics Index ... Advertise Canine outbreaks of leptospirosis in several states are sparking discussion and controversy about vaccination practices for prevention of the disease and concern for transfer of the disease to humans. Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection cause by a family of organisms known as Leptospira interrogans. Until recently, vaccines were available for only two strains (Leptospirosis canicola and L. icterhaemorrhagiae), but vaccines for two additional types (L. grippotyphosa and L. pomona) are now on the market. Controversy arises because some dogs are allergic to the carrier in the lepto vaccine; as a result, some veterinarians no longer use the inoculant in areas where the disease is not a problem. Concern about side-effects are relatively new; clinical canine leptospirosis caused by L. canicola and L. icterhaemorrhagiae is rare in the US, a situation attributed to widespread administration of the vaccine. The new outbreaks are being caused by L. grippotyphosa and L. pomona, strains that are prevalent in some species of wildlife. The theory is that the disease has entered suburban areas with populations of skunks, raccoons, opossums, deer, and small rodents and that dogs become vectors of these strains through contact with the urine of these animals. Lepto can infect livestock as well, so cattle and hogs that wade or wallow in areas contaminated by the urine of carrier animals can also get the disease.
Salem Animal Rescue League This is especially true for raccoons, skunks and opossums. SARL will continue to educatethe family about the needs and responsibilities of pet ownership. http://www.sarl-nh.org/Newsletters/v12/newsv12.htm
Extractions: PO Box 496 North Salem NH 03073 (603) 890-2166 Volume 12, May 1998 Dog Fest '98 Set for May 31st Rabies - It's Back Too Many Cats Where Do Pets Come From? ... Calling All Cat Lovers Dog Fest 98 Set For May 31st Salem Animal Rescue League will be having our Annual Dog Walk-A-Thon and Fun-Fest Sunday, May 31st at Salem High School from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It should be fun for the whole family, as well as one of the rare events where the family dog is welcome too! This will be our sixth Dog-Fest. We are very proud that, with your help, we have saved over 1200 animals since our formation by placing them in new homes. Unfortunately, adoption fees do not cover all of our expenses. With funds made at our last Fun-Fest, we were able to meet most of our operating expenses, allowing us to concentrate on caring for our animals in need. The Walk-A-Thon begins at 10 a.m. The course will be one mile through fields around the Salem High School. Now is the time to start collecting your pledges. Additional pledge brochures are available at most veterinarian's offices, pet stores and feed and grains throughout the area. Or call us at 890-2166 and we will send you a brochure.
Animal Control And Rescue, ANIMAL PEOPLE March 1997 Among many dramatic rescues of stranded people, two pet pickups on January6 wowed TV audiences. opossums, 7%, 6%, 20%, skunks, 12%, 6%, 16%, 20%, 20%,14%, http://www.animalpeoplenews.org/97/2/animal_control.html
Extractions: The newly founded Ark Refuge, alongside the Tillamook River, was overwhelmed even before securing nonprofit status, by the arrival of animals from flooded neighbors, claimed Ark founder Eddie White, who also runs a riding stable and has apparently come under critical scrutiny from the Oregon Humane Society. Then came California's turn. Terri Crisp of UAN-EARS issued a January 2 alert anticipating animal rescue work along the Russian River and smaller streams in Santa Clara County. The Redwood Empire Veterinary Association set up temporary holding facilities in Sebastopol for the pets of people who were forced out of their homes. But the greater need came when a dike broke near Sacramento. America OnLine Pet Care Forum and Humane Society of Missouri animal emergency relief coordinator Cecily Westerman issued frequent advisories on progress, while the relatively tiny Promoting Animal Welfare Society, of Paradise, California, sent $5,000 to help EARS.
