Panting Good Morning I'm not sure if I need to be worried… Last night wasn't as bad as 2 nights ago (photo on sofa) My older dog was panting pretty heavy. She's now lying down, and her heavy breathing almost always slows then. She does well on walks. All other behavior remains the same. Loves to eat and beg. Drinks…
Month: June 2023
Tiger Barb – Barbus Tetrazona – one of my favorite fish
Hi, Doc Johnson here. With a few words about one of my top five favorite community tank fish. That’s the “Tiger Barb” in any of it’s many colors. They have a powder blue, a dark green, an all-black, normal, and even albino which is a delightful golden color. My MAIN purpose in this article is…
Germs in your brain
Did you know that there are GERMS in our brains? Yeah, science can’t grow a single one of them, but they found DNA fingerprints of numerous bacteria. These indigenous, resident bacteria, are killed by antibiotics that cross the blood brain barrier. We have absolutely no idea what the impact of that is. Could be dementia,…
Chicory Root Inulin, Fiber, boost soluble fiber for a better immune system
“ I take about two or 3 teaspoons of powdered chicory root in my coffee every morning, and I try to time it with my supplements, (but quite often I fail that). But I get FOS every day.” This is exactly the one I buy: https://amzn.to/3JAd3Vt There’s an article over at drjohnson.com that provides seven…
Hermit Crabs Care
Certainly! Here's a manual on the captive care of hermit crabs as pets. Captive Care Manual for Hermit Crabs as Pets Introduction: Hermit crabs are fascinating creatures that make for unique and interesting pets. Proper care and attention are crucial to ensure their well-being and longevity in captivity. This manual will guide you through the…
Mantis Shrimp As Marine Pets in Thick Acrylic Tanks
Mantis shrimp come in a variety of striking colors, including vibrant shades of green, red, blue, and orange. They have segmented bodies and prominent eyes on stalks, providing them with excellent vision. The size of mantis shrimp varies depending on the species, ranging from a few centimeters to up to 45 centimeters (18 inches) in…
Zoo Quality Acrylic Tanks and Enclosures That Will Surprise You
Do you think you’d like a great big acrylic tank? Would you want it to be custom made for a particular room or a particular kind of fish? Big Fish Custom Acrylic Aquariums makes, installs and sells some of the dream tanks we only wish we could have. I went to their shop in Atlanta…