Fish can be a good addition to a dog’s balanced diet. It’s rich in amino acids, just like other animal-based proteins. “Depending on the type, fish can provide omega-3 fatty acids which can be beneficial for skin and coat for dogs,” explains Janet Dempsey, Purina Senior Nutritionist. Is fish good for a dog? So Can…
You may be wondering if it’s OK to give baby tuna, and at what age? In general, pediatricians say parents can start introducing tuna at around 6 months of age. Read on to learn more about including tuna in your baby’s diet, including tips from experts on how to prepare it. Can toddler eat canned…
Is bagged fish healthy? “Frozen, unbreaded fish products are a healthier food choice than commercially prepared frozen fish products because they are higher in Omega-3 and lower in trans fats,” Garrioch said. Of the products he tested, fat content listed on the packaging differed from the actual fat in the sticks and filets 54% of…
What are the white strings in cooked fish? The white worms we occasionally spot in salmon fillets are parasites called roundworms. Though these worms are more noticeable in salmon due to the contrast in color, they can be found in many white fish too — they’re just camouflaged. But we shouldn’t be freaking out. Is…
Refreezing meat and fish You can refreeze cooked meat and fish once, as long as they have been cooled before going into the freezer. If in doubt, do not refreeze. Frozen raw foods can be defrosted once and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before they need to be cooked or thrown…
What fish can live with a pufferfish? Some species, like Dwarf, Redeye and Golden Puffers, can be kept together or with other fast-moving fish like danios. Others, such as Mekong, Nile and Mbu Puffers, must be kept solitary. For the most part, freshwater puffers should be considered species tank fish. What can I put with…
Many hamsters are kept in glass tanks with a secure wire mesh top. A glass tank may better protect your hamster from other pets and small children. Glass tanks can heat up quickly and cause your hamster distress. The tank should always be kept in a well-ventilated but draft-free location. How big of a fish…
Did you know that you can actually play with your pet fish? Many fish owners do not realize that their betta fish can be played with just like with any other pet. Although your fish may not fetch like a dog, it can still provide entertainment as long as you take the time to entertain…
Are streams private property? Since the banks and bottoms of non-meandered rivers are legally private property, the legal tradition has been that permission is needed from landowners to walk on the banks or bottoms of those waterways. Do landowners own rivers? If the river runs through a landowner’s land, that landowner will own the riverbed….
Do you need a fishing license to fish a private pond in Nebraska? Do anglers need a fishing permit to fish on private waters? Yes. Under most circumstances, a valid fishing permit is required of anyone over 15 years old, including the pond owner. Can you fish in Nebraska without a license? NEBRASKA FISHING LICENSE…
How Often Should I Feed My Fish? For the most part, feeding your fish once or twice a day is sufficient. Some hobbyists even fast their fish one or two days a week to allow them to clear their digestive systems. Larger, more sedentary fish can go longer between meals than smaller, more active fish….
How can you tell if a fish is wild or farmed? It’s the right color. Farmed salmon is lighter and more pink, while wild has a deeper reddish-orange hue. Farmed fish will also a lot more fatty marbling in its flesh—those wavy white lines—since they aren’t fighting against upstream currents like wild ones. How do…