The day has come in my household where poles are being taken for the next family member. After careful consideration, my family and I have narrowed down the new family member to be either a dog or a fish. At first glance, I thought these two animals to be on completely opposite ends of the spectrum of pets, and after careful consideration, dogs and fish have a good bit of similarities and differences. Both animals need to be fed daily and kept in a clean environment. However, these differences will be the determining factors as to which new family member wins. The differences in dogs and fish are found within their habitat, interaction, and levels of activity. A clear contrast for dogs and fish are their habitat. This is probably the most notable contrast when considering having a dog or a fish as a pet. A fish has to live in an underwater habitat. This habitat can be as extreme as a wall to wall tank or as mundane as a small bowl on a desktop . Either way, this habitat causes the owner to incur extra expenses when purchasing a suitable tank, water, and …show more content…
Fish and dogs can be both lazy and energetic depending on their moods. However, fish are restricted inside the four glass walls of their tanks. With fish not being able to leave their tank this does not put any responsibility on the owner for having to deal with a hyper fish. This also is convenient for a person who does not have a lot of time to spend with their animal. Unlike a fish owner, the dog owner would have to take the dog on a walk to release some energy and keep the dog in shape. This is a lot more responsibility on owners of dogs because the wound up energy can turn destructive if not addressed properly. When deciding on purchasing either animal, a main point to be considered is if the owners have enough time to spend with a dog, or if they have an extremely busy schedule and need a fish who is almost self
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Being who you are is easier said than done. We all have heard this lesson before, but it is much harder to actually do this in front of friends, and relatives. In “Fish Cheeks” by Amy Tan, and “Taco Head” by Viola Canales, both narrators face the struggle to fit in. They come from smaller cultures rather than the larger American culture. In the end, both girls learn a valuable lesson to be independent, and to be proud of who you are. In “Fish Cheeks” and “Taco Head” the similar lessons the narrators learn is, to be proud of who you are. However, the stories are different because in “Fish Cheeks” being American on the outside is okay, but you must remain Chinese on the inside. In “Taco Head” the lesson teaches that
The stories of each fish flow together as each story shows how humans have pushed to gain more control over the ocean and the delicious animals that swim in it’s depths. Greenberg starts in the free-flowing rivers where salmon are commonly found. It is there that early humans of the Northern Hemisphere most likely began their infatuation with fish. Greenberg puts it as, “It(salmon) is representative of the first wave of human exploitation..” (170) Once Europeans learned to fish, they had the ability to fish in shallow ocean water which is where sea bass are usually found. Later, fishermen s...
Just as in any other sport, understanding gives rise to advantage and success. As serious fishermen, we had dedicated much thought to understanding the fish, hypothesizing their behavior. One understanding we had already gained through previous experiences was that fish readily eat the prey that is normally available. This, we concluded, was a sort of defense against fishermen and their foreign lures and was acquired through the fishes’ own previous experience of eating a lure. In applying this understanding to our fishing, we performed a routine food chain analysis to find out what our lures needed to imitate. The results were that the part of the food chain just beneath our quarry consisted mostly of small fish such as anchovies and young yellowtail, smaller than those shad and bluegill normally eaten in freshwater ponds. To compensate for this difference we would have to use lures smaller than those we were used to using. Luckily we had some.
About half of the fish species live in groups at some point in their life
The grey wolf has been transformed into what we, today, call a dog. After years of traveling with humans, the wolf began to change and became adapted and tame enough to socialize with humans. The environment it was placed into was one of the causes for change, and another was the role it played for humans.
People have started to make remarks of the resemblance between dogs and their owners, and from what we have found, it is usually noticed at dog shows and from strangers passing by in the streets. There are two factors that could make the owner and the dog similar. One would be people selecting dogs that are like them, and people who select dogs which features start to change and become similar to them over time. As a comparison to animals and their dogs, there is evidence that couples look physically similar after 25 years rather than people who have recently been wed. In the research we have conducted, we have found that purebred dogs have a greater resemblance than people who own non purebred dogs.
Fishing has been used for ages for many things like food, sport, and just for amusement of the chase; because of this, many different techniques have been developed from the centuries fishing been constructed. Also fishing can be a purpose for life just like what Henry David Thoreau said “Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after”. Everyone has issues in their life and fishing can help with it in many forms. Over all the years love of fishing has grown and, many different types have emerged such as fly-fishing, saltwater, and freshwater fishing. Also there are many different styles of fishing to the different types from baits to the rod. Because, of the constant demand and love for fishing, salt water fishing has become a growing industry along the coast of America, and saltwater fishing provide a recreational sport for many, but it can require boat access and the correct license and fishing equipment.
Dogs and cats are the most popular pets in the whole world. Even though they’re both very popular, they are different in many ways. Some people gravitate towards the calmness of a cat, while others seek the companionship of a dog. Cats are a lot more independent and less expensive. Cats don’t require nor do they want to be trained to be a house pet. Dogs on the other hand are very loyal and will act as your best friend. Dogs require more attention and training to be a well behaved family member. The main differences between dogs and cats are their personalities, habits, and training, which all determine what pet to choose.
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There are many reasons to get a pet. You could choose to get a pet for a companion, or simply to add to your family. Many older folk choose to get a pet after they retire or lose their spouse so they do not feel lonely. Many young couples choose to get a pet before they opt to have children, and many families add a pet to their home for their children. The question is though, what type of pet to get? Do you get a cat, or a dog? Having a dog as a pet over a cat is much more enjoyable and beneficial to your life, specifically because of their behavior, convenience, and loyalty.
A dog or cat can be a wonderful addition to any home. They are both very sweet and loveable pet to have. But these two pets could not be more different from each other in a few respect: the amount of attention that is needed, grooming care, and bathroom usage.
When I was nine years old my grandparents adopted a two year puppy named, maximilian. We, of course, called him Max. When we went to the kennel to pick out a new dog Max didn 't seem like an option. He was a scrawny little puppy tucked in the corner of the shelter. Max was a boisterous springer spaniel mix, and when we first got him he was black and white. Overtime his white fur was masked by black spots, similar to age spots, which made him uniquely mine. Max was suppose to my grandfathers new hunting dog when he was newly adopted. However, at the very first gunshot Max bolted and my grandfather spent a three hours looking for Max in the woods. After the hunting incident my grandfather wrote Max off and, he became my dog.
Anyone can keep fishes , no matter how small their home , and they are particularly suitable for apartment-dwellers , especially those in highrise blocks where the keeping of other pets may be impractical or even prohibited . There are other advantages too ; Fish won't need exercising , They do not disturb your home with messy fur or feathers , They can not escape like other pet reptiles , They can not make noises . All you need is a space to put your aquarium . Aquariums require a few minutes of your attention daily . Although it depends on which aquarium type you choose , it won't cost so much money . Piranhas are tropical freshwater fishes , you don't need to buy so many complex machines . As you start your aquarium hobby you will acquire new knowledge and skills . For example the fishes behaviour , biology , their nature , ecology and so . Piranha.org will help your knowledge about Piranhas . Also don't forget fish keeping is an ideal way to introduce a young person to animal care . When you are selecting your aquarium for your piranhas you will meet three major criteria to consider . Shape , Size And Construction . Fish require oxygen for respiration , while selecting your aquarium tanks let the surface larger this helps the carbon dioxide leave from the tank . Fish produce carbon dioxide as a waste product of their metabolism , you should rapidly get rid off carbon dioxide . There are 2 main ways to get rid off carbondioxide one is larger surface and the other is air stones . There is a kind of stone which you can find in every aqua hobby shop , and also there is a pumping device this pumps the air , when you connect this two devices together and put the airstone part in the aquarium they will produce enough oxygen for your fish and will make bubbles . This bubbles makes oxygen in the water and kills carbondioxide . We will review this later on the step by step aquarium making part later .
In conclusion, there are various similarities and differences that dogs and cats hold to one other. This compare and contrast between the two animals is perceived in different ways. Some may think more highly of cats due to their intelligence, while others will choose a dog any day because of their companionship attributes. It primarily relies on the personality and desires of a