The mens should be around soon to give you advice on whats best to start out with. Probably something like ammo.
Yes there are effects on animals and are a few posts talking about it in the forum. One was just recent in the ladies forum. Also try doing a forum search on animals I know there is more around here.
If you have and questions pop on down to the mens section and ask. Be sure to read the stickies they will really help alot.
