Cheetah

The cheetah is the world's fastest land mammal. With acceleration that would leave most automobiles in the dust, a cheetah can go from 0 to 60 miles (96 kilometers) an hour in only three seconds. These big cats are quite nimble at high speed and can make quick and sudden turns in pursuit of prey.Before unleashing their speed, cheetahs use exceptionally keen eyesight to scan their grassland environment for signs of prey—especially antelope and hares. This big cat is a daylight hunter that benefits from stealthy movement and a distinctive spotted coat that allows it to blend easily into high, dry grasses.When the moment is right a cheetah will sprint after its quarry and attempt to knock it down. Such chases cost the hunter a tremendous amount of energy and are usually over in less than a minute. If successful, the cheetah will often drag its kill to a shady hiding place to protect it from opportunistic animals that sometimes steal a kill before the cheetah can eat. Cheetahs need only drink once every three to four days.Female cheetahs typically have a litter of three cubs and live with them for one and a half to two years. Young cubs spend their first year learning from their mother and practicing hunting techniques with playful games. Male cheetahs live alone or in small groups, often with their littermates.Most wild cheetahs are found in eastern and southwestern Africa. Perhaps only 12,000 of these big cats remain, and those are under pressure as the wide-open grasslands they favor are disappearing at the hands of human settlers.

Advice On Purchasing A Rotweiller As A Pet

A Rotweiller is a wonderful animal but they do require a lot of attention to detail before purchasing this breed as a pet.
Rotweillers are very protective and very intelligent and can sometimes be misunderstood. Before you purchase this breed as a family pet, there are steps that should be taken. Make sure you do your research by talking to breeders and others who know a great deal about Rotweillers. It is unfortunate, but true, Rotweillers have earned a somewhat negative reputation because of their size and unpredictability and have been known to attack for unknown reasons. However, A Rotweiller's behavior, much like any other breed is based on how it was treated by its breeders and/or owners. So the more you know about where the Rotweiller was bred and its family history -- the more you will know whether it is right for your situation. Don't buy a Rottie from a pet store. Find a good breeder that backs all animals with health records and other papers that show bloodlines, etc. Make sure that the puppy is healthy and not inbred. Inbred Rotweillers have been known to have more violent personalities. Because these dogs are particularly prone to bone diseases, check out the puppy's legs and feet. They should be straight and fit with the rest of its body. If they look out of proportion or bowed, this could be a sign of early bone disease. Also examine the puppy's tail. The tail is usually cut short leaving a small stub. It is a recognizable feature required by the American Kennel Club for showing. However, if the tail is clipped too soon, nerve damage could have occurred, which could, in turn, cause the dog pain and irritability. Talk to a veterinarian to make sure clipping was done correctly and at the right time. Make sure you visit with the puppy's parents as well. Canine parents (just like human) can and do make a big impression on the personality of the offspring.
If you are purchasing a Rotweiller for show -- it is very different from purchasing one as a pet. You have to be extremely disciplined and connected to raise a Rotweiller for show and it's best, in my opinion, not to have children involved in the process. If you are buying a Rottie as a family pet, and you've done your homework -- your family will have a best friend for some time. Keep in mind, however, a Rotweiller is a very big animal and its life expectancy is not as great as other breeds (usually around 8-10 years). A good Rotweiller will be one of the family and loved just as greatly. When its life is over -- be prepared to shed many tears.