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Hedgehog nutrition

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An outline of the presentation Dr. Graffam of the Bronx Zoo gave at Go Hog Wild 1998, summarizing her research on hedgehog nutrition.
Wendy Graffam, Ph.D.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Introduction
Hedgehogs are generally found in
* Africa
* Europe
* Hedgehogs are generally classified as insectivores. However, they have been [...]

Horse nutrition

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Knowledge of horse nutrition has grown by leaps and bounds during the last 15 years. Research has become more precise and critically evaluated. But more important, this research has given horse owners greater understanding of nutrition. They are more aware of the basic nutrients required by all classes of horses, than in past years.
Knowledge [...]

Mouse nutrition

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Food needs to be kept available at all times. Laboratory pellets (Lab Blox, Rodent Chow, Pet Blocks, etc.) as the main diet, supplemented with a good quality grain mixture given in small amounts a couple times a week, is the best basic diet. You can find these in pet shops or feed stores bagged [...]