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Study uses dog breed, weight, and sex to determine age for early detection of cancer

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Results of a study of more than 3,000 dogs diagnosed with cancer suggest that routine evaluations should begin at age 7 to identify cancer at an early stage—and as early as age 4 for breeds with a lower median age at cancer diagnosis.

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Breed Information — Gardner Lane Puppies

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Cavapoos, Whoodles, and AKC Moyen sized Poodles for your family!

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Little Terns breeding near Broome

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There are Little Terns that breed across the north of Australia, Little Terns that breed on the coast of eastern and south-eastern Australia and another population that visit at this time of year from Asia. The population of Little Tern that visit from Asia breed in Asia and visit Australia in their non-breeding months.

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Yellow-billed Spoonbills breeding

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Not only is it a bird species we rarely encounter, but we had never found a breeding colony before. The Yellow-billed Spoonbills had found the perfect environment to breed and we were lucky enough to come across it. Adult breeding plumage in Yellow-billed Spoonbills. Not all of the nests had been vacated yet either.

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Whistling Kites breeding

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A couple of weeks ago I mentioned the Black Kites breeding around Broome. There have also been Whistling Kites breeding around Broome in recent weeks. It is always rewarding to observe successful breeding in wildlife and we are fortunate here in Broome that so many bird species breed around the area.

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Magpie Geese breed near Broome once again

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Magpie Geese don’t breed in the Broome area every year, so if you live in an area that normally encounters them and they appear to be “missing” then it is highly likely that we are enjoying their presence at the moment!

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A few more Pied Oystercatchers start to breed

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A couple of weeks ago I introduced you to the pair of Pied Oystercatchers that were the first to start breeding along our coast this year. Since then we have had the two pairs of Pied Oystercatchers that breed between the Surf Club and Gantheaume Point lay their first clutch of eggs. Pied Oystercatcher nest.

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Pied Oystercatchers breeding in Roebuck Bay

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This large flock is generally the non-breeding birds and on one occasion we have observed a nest there, but we do not know the outcome of it. In recent years there have been Pied Oystercatchers attempting to breed along the shores of Roebuck Bay. Many of the migratory shorebirds still have some of their breeding plumage.

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Pied Oystercatchers second attempt at breeding

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Every year we observe both egg and chick loss amongst our Pied Oystercatcher pairs along Cable Beach and also in Roebuck Bay during their breeding season. The breeding season starts around the end of June and there are still eggs being laid and chicks hatching, but now these are the second clutches of eggs.

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Comb-crested Jacanas breeding

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One of the places that we visited was Kununurra and discovered that not only are the Pied Oystercatchers busy attempting to breed along Broome’s coastline, but so are the Comb-crested Jacanas. The post Comb-crested Jacanas breeding appeared first on 10,000 Birds.

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Broome’s Pied Oystercatchers are breeding again

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Well, it is that time of year again and shorebirds are breeding. Hopefully all of the migratory shorebirds that left Roebuck Bay earlier this year have been successful at breeding in the Northern Hemisphere and will soon be heading back to our shores. I have also learnt to not count my chickens before they hatch.

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Mistletoebird breeding update

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He is supposed to help out at that stage of the breeding process. He often lands high up in a nearby tree and looks down. He will have to start to pull his weight once the chicks start demanding food! Male Mistletoebird. When the female Mistletoebird returns to the nest she dives straight in and then turns around and faces outwards.

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Pied Oystercatchers are breeding early again!

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At this time of year we are on the lookout for the start of breeding season in Pied Oystercatchers. They use the same nest site for subsequent clutches if any fail during the breeding season. There are still two eggs and although this pair has not been successful for many years at least they are attempting to breed.

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Spotting My Florida Birds on their Maine Breeding Grounds

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In the breeding grounds for many migratory species, I look forward to warblers, flycatchers, and more. Even without a binoculars or camera, the bright purple/red breeding plumage of a gorgeous Purple Finch jumped out at me. The post Spotting My Florida Birds on their Maine Breeding Grounds appeared first on 10,000 Birds.

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Black Kites breeding

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We really don’t like the presence of Black Kites along the beach when the Pied Oystercatchers are breeding. Of course Black Kites also breed and at the moment there is a nest very close to the highway. The post Black Kites breeding appeared first on 10,000 Birds. The forked tail is evident when they perch on beach debris.

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Pied Oystercatcher breeding season is here again!

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Meanwhile, the other pairs of Pied Oystercatchers along Cable Beach have begun to breed as well. The post Pied Oystercatcher breeding season is here again! We can expect another clutch of eggs in about ten days and another twenty eight days of incubating. Pied Oystercatchers feeding alone. We rarely know the exact cause of the loss.

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Cattle Egret in breeding plumage in June in Derby

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Cattle Egret should not be in breeding plumage in June in the north of Australia! We do occasionally see Cattle Egret around Broome, but never in breeding plumage and always with cattle. I got as close to the fence as I could to take photos of the Cattle Egret with its beautiful breeding plumage. Cattle Egret.

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Choosing the Right Breed for your Personality

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If you’re a homebody who cherishes your quiet time, you most likely don’t want a talkative breed that requires constant exercise, for example. Although every dog is a unique individual, there are characteristics that are inherent in certain breeds which could help you find the right dog for your personality type.

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Australian Hobby breeding in Broome

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The post Australian Hobby breeding in Broome appeared first on 10,000 Birds. We have enjoyed watching the development of the Australian Hobby family over recent weeks. It was nice to have a bird species that we knew for certain that we could find on New Year’s Day and add to our 2021 year list!

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Celebrate your dog’s breed with Dogs Incorporated!

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While at BlogPaws we saw an adorable company that offered custom dog breed art prints in a variety of styles and colors. The process is quick and easy, and with over 60 breeds to choose from you are sure to find what you need. We could not be happier! We went with the 11×14 size, but you can also get prints in 8×10.

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Australian Magpies breeding in Broome

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Australian Magpies are not a common sight in Broome. There appears to be a pair that reside between the Broome Senior High School and the Boulevarde Shopping Centre and we have observed them in that area since we moved here in 1999.

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Labor Pains: Petplan Finds Working Dog Breeds Are More Prone to Injury, Cancer

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Bernards, Portuguese Water Dogs to Rottweilers, working breed dogs are larger … Continue reading → The post Labor Pains: Petplan Finds Working Dog Breeds Are More Prone to Injury, Cancer appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. From Boxers to St.

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Choosing the Right Dog Breed For Your Lifestyle

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However, all too often, dog lovers choose a dog breed that they want without first considering how well that breed will fit in with their lifestyle. Yes, we fall in love with certain breeds: the short ones with long bodies, the adorable ones with wrinkles all over, or the hound dog with long, droopy ears. Activity Level.

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PlexiDor Dog Doors: A “New Breed” of Dog Doors!

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The post PlexiDor Dog Doors: A “New Breed” of Dog Doors! To learn more, and find out how to get your own door, be sure to visit the Plexidor website. The website is jam packed full of information and can help you to pick the best door for your pet. appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals.

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When Choosing A Pup, Research ‘Breeds’ Results

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Here are some things to consider when comparing different dog breeds: • Do you live in an apartment or a house with a small backyard? If so, make sure to get a breed that plays nice with both. Vet bills can be extremely expensive, so insurance is worthwhile depending on the breed and age of your potential dog.

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Breeding plumage in Bar-tailed Godwits in February

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It does not seem that long since the shorebirds all returned from their northerly migration and already we are starting to see the change in their breeding plumage. The shorebirds will start to leave Broome next month to breed high up in the Arctic and will mostly fly non-stop to the Yellow Sea in China.

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Pied Oystercatcher breeding update

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In the case of the two pairs of Pied Oystercatchers that did actually hatch their eggs and have chicks for a few days they did lay once more, but then they failed to even hatch the second clutch and then no longer attempted to breed.

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Dog breeds – 10 dog breeds that you’d like to have as a pet - SLVIKI.

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Netherlands to ban unhealthy designer pet breeds

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Pied Oystercatcher breeding season 2018

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It is not unusual for only one Pied Oystercatcher chick to survive throughout the whole breeding season despite in excess of sixty eggs being laid by sixteen pairs. It is for this reason that there was not an update last year on Pied Oystercatchers breeding success , because there was not any.

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Breed Specific Legislation

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BSL (Breed-Specific Legislation) is the canine equivalent of racial profiling, banning certain dog breeds that have been labeled “dangerous.” Focusing on the breeds, instead of putting the blame where it belongs — on the individual dogs and their irresponsible owners — is discrimination in no uncertain terms.

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Breeding Plumaged Dunlin

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But when spring comes and they get into high breeding plumage, wow! When Dunlin are in breeding plumage you certainly don’t need that field mark! Suddenly, when they are in their nuptial finery, they can rival the brightest wood-warblers with their colors. Just look at the plumage detail in the above picture.

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Second Atlas of Breeding Birds in Pennsylvania: A Review by an Atlas Novice

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A breeding bird atlas is a special kind of book. For the nature lovers and birders who participate in breeding bird surveys, the atlas represents hours, often hundreds of hours, of volunteer time spent within a community of citizen scientists doing what they love, observing birds. So, what exactly does a breeding bird atlas contain?

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Woodland Park Zoo and its Controversial Elephant Breeding Efforts

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An article in today's Seattle Times about Woodland Park Zoo's attempts over the last 20 years to breed elephants. Very controversial with organizations such as In Defense of Animals, PETA and the Northwest Animal Rights Network. They say it's cruel. The zoo claims it's to preserve the species.

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Pheasant Coucal breeding season

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It is breeding season and they are looking for mates! The breeding plumage of these birds is a lot darker now than during the rest of the year and the head, neck, breast and belly are almost black with chestnut wings and tail feathers. In Broome at the moment we are constantly hearing the dull descending sound of the Pheasant Coucal.

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Top 10 Fastest Breeds Of Dog

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What breed of dog? She’s 2 yo

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Dog breeds – 10 dog breeds that you’d like to have as a pet - SLVIKI!

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can anyone guess what breed my dog is

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Dog breeds – 10 dog breeds that you’d like to have as a pet - SLVIKI?

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The Munchkin cat breed - short-legged cat

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Magpie-lark breeding near Broome

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Whilst enjoying the Magpie Geese breeding around Broome recently we also noticed a Magpie-lark nest close to the highway in one of the very few trees beside the road. The last few months have been exceptionally good for the bird-life around Broome and many species have been breeding or are in the process of breeding.

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Bar-tailed Godwits and breeding plumage

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There are flights heading north each evening and these birds will leave our shores to breed in the northern hemisphere. Currently the shorebirds are all heading into breeding plumage and the degree of colour varies significantly as you can see in the header photo. Bar-tailed Godwits in different stages of breeding plumage.