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Chinchilla Training
Filed in Small Animals, ChinchillaOK, so perhaps you can't train your chinchilla to sit, stay, roll over, or even fetch. But you can teach her to come when called and even enjoy being handled, although this may take some time, consistency and lots of… Read more
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Mice | Common Health Problems
Filed in Small Animals, MiceAs a new mouse owner, you should be aware of several common health problems. Knowing more about obesity, overgrown incisors, tumors, common accidents, and several types of bacterial and viral infections will help you deal with these challenges should they… Read more
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Essential Ferret Gear
Filed in Small Animals, FerretGetting a ferret is like bringing a newborn into your house in the sense that it starts a chain reaction of purchases. Instead of strollers, cribs, and pacifiers, it's wire cages, water bottles, and toys. Below is a general shopping… Read more
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Carriers
Filed in Small Animals, Bunny, Chinchilla, Ferret, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Mice, RatsHamster, and other small pet, carriers are available in almost countless varieties. You will need to narrow down the field a bit when choosing one for your hamster. One of the best ways to do that is to determine the… Read more
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A New Owner Guide: Mouse Basics
Filed in Small Animals, MiceSo you've decided to get a mouse. Congratulations! All you have to do now is go to the pet store and pick one out, right? Not quite. Domestically raised mice have become popular pets in the United States and Europe.… Read more
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Climate Control
Filed in Small Animals, BunnyClimate plays a huge factor in your rabbit's health. Rabbits cannot tolerate large fluctuations in temperature. This is one of the reasons why many families house their bunnies inside. Let's take a look at the issue of climate from the… Read more
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Problematic Chin Behaviors
Filed in Small Animals, ChinchillaThough Chinchillas can be terrific, fun pets, owners should also be aware of some potential behviors they may offer up. Understanding the potential behavior problems chins may engage in will help you better prepare yourself for managing this little critter. Like many rodents,… Read more
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Food Bowls, Feeders, Water & Hay Holders
Filed in Small Animals, BunnyFood Bowls Make sure that your food bowl is of sturdy construction. Your rabbit is a chewing creature and is likely to chew and swallow pieces of plastic containers. Stick with ceramic, glass or metal (though metal can affect the… Read more
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Mice | Breeding
Filed in Small Animals, MiceSexually mature mice must be properly paired to breed successfully. A single male mouse may be included in a cage with one or more female mice without difficulty. Including more than one male mouse in this situation invites fighting between… Read more
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Mice | Life Span
Filed in Small Animals, MiceMice are short-lived animals, which can be disconcerting to new pet owners. Some experienced mouse owners note that life spans vary according to ancestry and general treatment (proper diet and nutrition). In reality, most mice live to see their second… Read more
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