Litter box maintenance is something that many cat parents hate but has to do to ensure that their pet cats will continue to use the litter box and prevent inappropriate elimination. Here are some tips to make the task easier: Have a schedule for scooping at least twice a day. If you have a multi-catContinue reading “Tips For Easy Litter Box Maintenance”
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Are Ferrets at Risk for Heartworms?
Like dogs and cats, ferrets are also at risk for heartworm disease. If you own a ferret, talk to your vet about ways to protect your ferret from heartworms. One of the first things to do is ask your vet to test your ferret for heartworms. Heartworm disease is when heartworms invade the ferret viaContinue reading “Are Ferrets at Risk for Heartworms?”
Keeping a ferret content
You have a ferret in your life who needs your help to make the most of her time in your care. This means that she will be on the lookout for new and different ways to meet her needs and enjoy some playtime. To keep your ferret content, you will need to make sure youContinue reading “Keeping a ferret content”
Guinea Pigs and Snow
Guinea pigs are great indoor pets. They should not be kept outdoors. If they are outdoors, you may want to talk to your vet to make sure you have the proper habitat set up and safety measures in place. In general, it’s not recommended for them to be outside. This means your guinea pig shouldn’tContinue reading “Guinea Pigs and Snow”
How Rabies Is Transmitted
Rabies is caused by a virus and it is almost always 100% fatal. The causative agent has a predilection to the animal’s nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerve of mammals. The good news is, rabies is a preventable disease. Proper vaccination protects pets and humans from infection. There are several routes byContinue reading “How Rabies Is Transmitted”
Salmonella Risks in Small Mammals
You need to protect yourself from salmonella carried by guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice and rabbits Salmonella is bacteria that causes severe diarrhea in humans. Check your pet often for signs of diarrhea, breathing difficulties or unusual discharge from the nose or eyes that may indicate that he is infected with salmonella. A lethargic petContinue reading “Salmonella Risks in Small Mammals”
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