Category Archives: Animal Care

You have an exotic pet in your life and you want to help her stay as healthy as she can possibly be. What should you keep in mind in order to do this? Your pet needs you to take the time to offer her ways to meet the needs she can tend to on herContinue reading “Keeping your exotic pet healthy”

You have a rabbit in your life who always seems to be on the lookout for something to munch on. You know that hay is an important part of her diet, so you want to make sure she is able to consume it whenever she needs to. How can you make sure she is gettingContinue reading “Is your rabbit getting enough hay?”

The shell of turtles and tortoises have two parts — an upper part known as the dorsal shell and the bottom part which is know as the plastron. Some of the most common problems that affect shells of pet turtles and tortoises include the following: Shedding of the shell The shell of turtles and tortoisesContinue reading “Common Shell Problems In Turtles And Tortoises”

Problems are going to be expected if you shift your pet ferret’s diet too quickly. As with anything, time is key. Allow your pet to gradually ease into the new diet. Provide him with ample time so no trouble arises. It’s usually ideal to start feeding your ferret with small quantities of the new food.Continue reading “How to Switch Your Pet Ferret’s Food”

Gum and tooth problems are rampant problems, especially in senior pets. Inflamed gums, bad breath, broken tooth, as well as tooth decays are just a few of the critical signs that a senior pet has a dental problem, and all these could adversely impact your pet’s day-to-day living. As a pet owner, you must beContinue reading “Top Dental Care Tips for Senior Pets”

Hedgehogs love to burrow (using their 5 toes in the front paws and 4 toes in the back paws) into their bedding or in their natural habitat. Because they like burrowing, you should seriously consider the types of best beddings for your hedgehog’s enclosure. To limit your options, we’ve listed the following least ideal beddingContinue reading “The Least Ideal Bedding Options for Hedgehogs”

Making the decision to bring a pet into your life and family’s home is a really big decision and could even be life-changing. Making this decision should mean you have reached a point when you are committed to care and provide for your new pet’s needs for life. Key responsibilities of a pet owner BringingContinue reading “Being a Responsible Pet Owner”

Many pet owners are getting more sophisticated in terms of caring for and dealing with their pets. In fact, a lot of pet owners are now more aware of the carbon footprints of their pets as well as the various pet products and accessories sold in the market and the need to reduce such carbonContinue reading “How to “Go Green” With Your Pet”

Ticks and fleas are nasty common parasites that plague dogs and cats on a regular basis. These parasites love to suck blood from their hosts, and excessive blood loss can happen if a heavy infestation is left unnoticed and unhampered. Ticks and fleas also serve as carriers of other health issues. There is a lotContinue reading “Busting a Common Myth About Tick and Flea Control”