You have decided to bring a new little fur ball into your home soon and you can’t wait to look after your new addition. What should you know about caring for a pet like this in order to do so properly? Looking after a guinea pig is a great opportunity to enjoy some time withContinue reading “Caring for a guinea pig”
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Habitats for Sugar Gliders
Are you looking to bring a sugar glider home as a pet? That’s great! Beforehand, you may want to talk with your vet or local pet store associate to find out what you need to purchase as a habitat for your sugar glider. For instance, you will need a cage that is large enough forContinue reading “Habitats for Sugar Gliders”
Creating a habitat for a reptile
You are going to be the proud owner of a reptile soon and you want to get a jump on readying your home for her arrival. What should you consider when creating a habitat for her? Your new addition will need a space to call her own and her habitat will be where she spendsContinue reading “Creating a habitat for a reptile”
Pets Can Get Skin Cancer
Just like humans, skin cancer is among many cancers that affect pets. Tumors show up on the pet’s skin or subcutaneous tissue, but many of these tumors are benign (meaning it does not spread or is not harmful at all) . Typical benign tumors include papillomas, sebaceous adenomas, and lipomas. Unlike benign tumors, malignant tumorsContinue reading “Pets Can Get Skin Cancer”
Common Health Issues Of Koi
Koi fish are quite hardy and rarely get sick. But this doesn’t mean they are resistant to diseases. Early detection of symptoms and early medical intervention are very important in improving the prognosis and recovery. Here are some common diseases that affect koi. Ich Technically known as Ichthyophthirius multifilii, this protozoan parasite cause the formationContinue reading “Common Health Issues Of Koi”
Does your cat purr at odd times?
Your cat is a wonderful friend and you’ve really enjoyed being able to learn more and more about her each day. You’ve noticed some habits are a bit different than you expected them to be, like her purring, for example. Why does she tend to purr at odd times? Most people know that cats likeContinue reading “Does your cat purr at odd times?”
Treating your canine companion to an adventure
You have a dog in your life and you want to make sure you are able to offer her an opportunity to have a full life. Where should you take your pet when you want to head out of the house? Your little fur ball needs to be able to count on you to bringContinue reading “Treating your canine companion to an adventure”
What do Chinchillas Eat?
If you’re new to the chinchilla world then you may have some basic questions as to what to feed your pet chinchilla. You can talk with your pet store associate or vet to find out the best foods for chinchillas. Generally, chinchillas should be on a regular pellet food made specifically for chinchillas. In addition,Continue reading “What do Chinchillas Eat?”
Signs of Colic in Ponies
If you own a pony or work with ponies, it’s important that you know or recognize the signs of colic so that treatment and care can be given as soon as possible. Ponies and horses alike tend to colic when something is going worn gin their gastro-intestinal tract. Severe abdominal pain can occur which inContinue reading “Signs of Colic in Ponies”
Donkeys as Pasture Guardians
If you have a pasture full of small livestock such as goats, sheep, or even pigs then you may want to consider getting a pasture guardian. No, not your dog. Sure, your dog can keep watch during the day, but your dog is probably not the best guardian to be out in the pasture withContinue reading “Donkeys as Pasture Guardians”
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