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Snails aren’t just for eating algae! Freshwater snails make wonderful pets as additions to many aquariums.  But remember, most snails do not thrive on algae and will need their diet supplemented with other goodies!  More info to come when the new Snail Care page is up!

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Not Another Food Change!

“UUUuuuugh!  I don’t feel so good!”

“What’s the matter, Levi?”

“I don’t know, Gordon, but I think that food has something to do with it.”

“What do you mean, that food was great!  I don’t know what it was but boy, I sure did like it!  It was soft and had gravy all over it!  That’s my kind of meal!”

“It was rather tasty then, but now, I would be happy if I never saw it again.”

“Oh, I see what you mean.  Kind of like when Mom and Dad eat a whole pizza for supper.  They really like the pizza while they are eating it, but afterwards, they don’t feel so good.”

“Now you’re catching on, Gord.”

“My belly was hurting the last time our food was switched.  I really liked that stuff that Mom said was the healthy stuff.  I mean, it didn’t taste like we were eating a big bowl of treats, but at least our bellies didn’t hurt.”

“Mom and Dad, and other cat owners I am sure, need to remember that they just can’t switch our foods all the time.  The healthy stuff may not be as yummy, although I really like the stuff we get, but it helps us to feel better.”

“Levi, you don’t look so hot!  Are you sure your going to be OK?”

“Well, I just left Mom and Dad a little gift on the carpet to let them know how I am feeling. Hopefully they will get the hint and get us on a more regular diet.”

“I sure am going to miss this yummy gravy stuff!  But I’ll be happy to know that our tummies aren’t going to be hurting after every meal.”

“I agree, Gordon.  Not just because my tummy is more sensitive than yours, but because over time, with so many food changes, you or Diablo might also begin to have the same problems.”

“Oh look!  Dad just threw out that food and they are heading back to the store!  Let’s go look for a snack!!”

Cats need a steady, high quality diet.  Changing their food will only upset their stomachs and make them ill.  Even if you currently frequently change your cat's food and he or she tolerates it well, overtime, they become less resilient and will have problems down the road.  So stick to the same diet.  If a change is necessary, it must be done slowly and gradually over time.

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Some special points of interest this month include:

	Got an algae problem in your betta tank and are thinking of getting a snail?  Better visit The Think Tank before getting the little guy.
	Think your bird needs a pal or mate in her cage?  This isn't always the best thing for all pet birds.  Paisley will fill you in on Cheep Talk!
	Cats come in all shapes, sizes, colors, breed and prices!  Just because a pure bred cat costs more doesn't mean that a cheaper cat, one from a shelter, might not make a good pet as well.  The boys discuss it on The Scratching Post.