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The wolf (also known as the grey wolf) is a large Canine (member of the dog family).

The male is 40kg / the female 37kg. Wolves measure 105-160 cm in length and 80-85cm at shoulder height.

Height = 66-81 cm (adult, at shoulder)

Lifespan = 6-8 years (in the wild)

Speed = 50-60km/h (running)

Their spine-tingling howl makes wolves legendary. This howl is their way of communicating. A lone wolf howls to attract the attention of his pack, while communal wolves may send territorial messages from one pack (group) to another.

LOOK AT THEIR SMILES !

Wolves live and hunt in packs of around 6 to 10 animals. \they are known to roam large distances, perhaps 12 miles in a single day. Wolves eat deer, elk and moose and can consume 20 pounds of meat at a sitting. Wolves also eat birds, fish, lizards, snakes and even fruit.

Wolf packs are established according to a strict hierarchy, with a dominant male at the top and his mate not far behind. All of the pack's adults help to care for young pups, bringing them food and watching over them.

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Tuesday, May 5, 2020

LIONS

Lions are large mammals of the Cat family.

Males have thick manes of brown or black hair encircling the head and neck. The mane darkens with age, and the thicker and darker the mane, the healthier the "Cat." Both male and female lions roar.

Lifespan = 10 to 18 years in the wild, up to 30 years in captivity

Gestation = about 109 days

Weight = 125 to 272 kg / 277 to 600 pounds

Habitat = grassy plains and open woodlands

Size = 48 inches at the shoulder and 7 to 11 feet in length

Lions are carnivorous (meat eaters)

Lions are exceptional among the Cat family.

They have developed a social system based on teamwork, division of labour and an extended family unit. The average "Pride" (group) consists of 5 to 10 females, their young and 2/3 territorial males.

There is affection within a pride, as lions enjoy good fellowship, lots of 'touching', head rubbing, licking and purring.

Lions eat antelope, zebra and wildebeasts. The females do 85-90% of the hunting.

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Monday, May 4, 2020

THE HORSE

There are 2 species of wild horse = the Tarpan and the Przewalski.

There are around 400 different breeds of domestic horse. Both wild and domestic horse are grazers.

Lifespan = 25-30 years

Speed = 88km/h

Height = 1.4-1.8m (adult, at the withers).

Before we had cars, the horse was widely used as a draft animal, and riding on horseback was one of the chief means of transportation.

The horse and the human have a unique relationship, the horse being a partner and friend. It has plowed the field, bringing in the harvest, hauled goods and conveyed passengers, followed game and tracked cattle.

The Influence of the horse is expressed as Chivalry and Cavalier, which means honour, respect, good manners and straightforwardness.

The male is called a Stallion.

The female is called a Mare.

A male foal (baby) is called a Colt.

A female foal is called a Fillie.

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Sunday, May 3, 2020

DOLPHINS

Dolphins are very Intelligent.

The Bottlenose dolphin is the most common and well known species of dolphin.

# dolphins live in 'schools' or 'pods' of up to 12

# the female is called a cow / the male is called a bull / the 'kid' is called a calf

# these marine mammals are carnivores (they eat meat)

# dolphins have a 'blowhole' on the top of their heads to breathe

# they have excellent eyesight and hearing and have the ability to use 'echolocation' for finding things. They are playful, often jumping out of the water, riding waves, play fighting and (occasionally) swim with humans

# dolphins communicate with each other by using clicks, whistles and other sounds.

Did you know ?--- The Killer Whale is a member of the dolphin family.

We know of 42 species of dolphin and 7 species of porpoise. There are 38 members of the oceanic dolphin family, 7 members of the porpoise family and 4 members of the river dolphin.

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Saturday, May 2, 2020

Talk To Your Cat

I LOVE CATS !

From a very early age, we have always had cats --- we are truly a real 'Cat Family.'

It is interesting how domesticated cats really are. "Cats have been domesticated to deal with us " --- can we truly "speak" to them ?

Humans are said to be the most intelligent species on Earth and yet, which other mammal can we really 'talk' to ?

It is true that cats don't waste their words.

A cat will only 'make a noise' (meow) when he / she really needs to or needs something or even wants something.

People who study lions for years still have a lot to learn about communication. A lion is a wild cat.

How much we still have to learn about our little lions --- our cats --- especially with regards to communication.

It is interesting to read about the amount of research that has gone into "Cat Communication" or "language."

Researchers in Tokyo, Japan, found out this lesson through a careful scientific analysis:
"The Japanese researchers found that cats understand humans, not just by voice tone but also by identifying certain words including their names, the owner's name, various commands you've used, and many other stunning eavesdropping techniques that you had no idea bout ---"

"THE CAT LANGUAGE BIBLE " (cat talk)

Is the go-to-guide for bonding with your cat through language communication.

Talk to a Cat ?

If you Love cats as much as I do --- you'll Understand !

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Friday, May 1, 2020

My Pet Has Died !

It is heart breaking when a beloved pet dies. He or she has been your companion, your comfort, your protection for so many years and is like one of the family.

You've got used to the morning cuddle, you know what he / she like to eat, you even know your pet's moods and emotions. He or she is as close as any member of the family.

Then your pet dies or has to be 'put down' !

He or she is not 'just' a pet, an animal, to you personally.

Your beloved pet was a real, living, little 'body' who gave you all of his / her love and you are going to miss him / her.

TRUTH = it is normal and healthy to grieve for a beloved pet. You show that you are capable of bonding emotionally and you should be proud of that.

TRUTH = the loss of a beloved pet can be as emotionally significant as the loss of a close human relation. It shows that you Love and Care for both animals and humans.

TRUTH = your beloved pet cannot be 'replaced.' He or she has their own Unique personality.

Grief does not 'just go away !'

Like grieving for an actual human, there are things you can do to 'help' you to come through the grieving time you Personally need.

Respect you Loss and Grief

Own Your Reality

Affirm Yourself

Reclaim you Life