No one can really predict when disasters and emergencies can happen. Hence, it is wise to be ready at all times and anticipate your action to the situation to keep your family and your pets safe before, during, and after the event. In case the event will unfold, pet owners, are advised to carry-out theContinue reading “Disaster Preparedness Tips For Pet Owners”
Category Archives: Animal Care
Caring for Your Pet Post-Vaccination
If you want to provide the best protection to your pet, you can consider giving him a vaccination to protect him against lethal medical problems. A lot of pets don’t require additional care after getting a vaccination, and they usually don’t show adverse reactions. Having said that, there are instances when some dogs and catsContinue reading “Caring for Your Pet Post-Vaccination”
Hamsters 101
Did you know that hamsters are part of the top 10 list of popular pets in America? If you are searching for that perfect pocket pet then you may want to check out the hamster. Local pet stores often carry a variety of hamsters. In fact, there are five types of hamsters that are commonlyContinue reading “Hamsters 101”
What to Feed your Algerian Hedgehog
If you’re going to purchase or adopt an Algerian hedgehog make sure you talk with your vet or pet store associate ahead of time to find out what hedgehogs eat. It’s a good idea to have food and habitat ready before bringing your new pet home. Typically, Algerian hedgehogs eat a diet of quality protein,Continue reading “What to Feed your Algerian Hedgehog”
Why Iguanas Sometimes Develop Mouth Rot
Iguanas and other reptiles can get illnesses for different reasons. One illness that is common in reptiles, however, is mouth rot or necrotic stomatitis. Mouth rot is an inflammation of the mouth or oral cavity. It may appear as small hemorrhages on the gums or as large amounts of mucus in the mouth. It canContinue reading “Why Iguanas Sometimes Develop Mouth Rot”
Mini Donkeys as Guardians
If you have small livestock such as mini goats, mini sheep or even regular sized goats and sheep then you may want to consider a guardian for their pasture. Sheep and goats tend to be the main prey for large predators like wolves or coyotes. Having a guardian in the pasture with the sheep andContinue reading “Mini Donkeys as Guardians”
Harvesting your Chickens
Did you know that chickens like the Barred chicken are great for laying eggs and for harvesting for meat? This particular chicken tends to live quite a while so egg production could last for some time. However, if your flock of hens isn’t laying eggs anymore then you may want to choose to rotate newerContinue reading “Harvesting your Chickens”
Adjusting to life as a new pet owner
You have a pet coming into your life soon and you love that you are able to look after a new addition. However, you also know that this will be a big change for you. How can you adjust to life as a new pet owner? Easing yourself into pet ownership can be a greatContinue reading “Adjusting to life as a new pet owner”
Caring for an exotic pet
You have been thinking about bringing a pet into your life soon and you’re particularly interested in the exotic options that are out there. What should you know about caring for a pet like this? Your new addition will need you to take the time to understand that her needs will have to be metContinue reading “Caring for an exotic pet”
How to get to know your new cat
You have a new feline friend in your home and you want to make sure you are able to get to know her to the best of your ability. How can you do this? Your new cat will need you to take the time you spend with her seriously. This is because she will beContinue reading “How to get to know your new cat”