Grooming Requirements Of Pet Angora Rabbits

Angora rabbits have soft and luxurious fur that is so fine it is often used in making knitting yarn.  Therefore, most Angora rabbits are kept for fur production.  The owners collect the animals’ fur for selling or they could also spit it themselves.  But if you keep Angora rabbits as pets, then you have toContinue reading “Grooming Requirements Of Pet Angora Rabbits”

Steps To Prevent Scratching And Itching In Rabbits

Oftentimes, you can prevent your pet rabbit’s itching by just maintaining the cleanliness of its environment.  The recommendation is to use unscented laundry detergents when washing your pet’s bedding.  Ensure that you thoroughly clean your rabbit’s enclosure because weekly and daily cleanings have a major impact on your pet’s health, preventing most infections of theContinue reading “Steps To Prevent Scratching And Itching In Rabbits”

Which Foods Are Best For Rabbits?

Experts say that a rabbit should eat fibrous food such as grass, hay, fruit, and vegetables. This type of food should compose 90% of their diet. The pellet should only make up 10% of the diet. However, most owners prefer giving more pellets because it is more convenient. Some owners find it cumbersome to findContinue reading “Which Foods Are Best For Rabbits?”

Getting Your Reptile’s Lighting

Do you have a pet reptile? Are you considering adopting one? If so, you’ll need to head for the pet store. One of the most important purchases you’ll need to make is a lighting setup. Many reptiles need both UVA and UVB lights. They also need this exposure for a certain amount of time. It’sContinue reading “Getting Your Reptile’s Lighting”

Hair Loss in American Rabbits

American rabbit breeds and other rabbit breeds typically shed their coat twice a year. After shedding out, most healthy rabbits are able to grow in their new coat within a matter of days. If your rabbit appears to be losing more hair than usual hair loss at shedding time, contact your vet and schedule aContinue reading “Hair Loss in American Rabbits”

Ticks in Hamsters Like Golden Hamsters

Ticks are a common threat to inside and outside pets including Golden hamsters. Hamsters are especially susceptible to ticks if you have other pets such as a cat or dog. Any kind of pet that spends time outside can easily bring a tick or even a flea into the home where it could attach itselfContinue reading “Ticks in Hamsters Like Golden Hamsters”

Rabbit Obesity Is Not Good

If your rabbit is obese or overweight, its risks to the number of health problems possible are increased. Some of these health issues include GI stasis, myiasis, or pododermatitis, among others. Pododermatitis This is also known as bumblefoot. Pododermatitis is a common affliction in sedentary rabbits or those that are too heavy, thus putting undueContinue reading “Rabbit Obesity Is Not Good”

Find Out Why Obesity Is Bad For Rabbits

Did you know that being overweight or obese is bad for rabbits? All this excess weight can pose health problems to your pet later on. Here are some of the risks: · Pododermatitis is a common condition in rabbits that do not get enough physical activities. This condition is also called bumblefoot and is characterizedContinue reading “Find Out Why Obesity Is Bad For Rabbits”

Adopting a Bunny with Special Needs

There are a lot of places you can purchase rabbits, but there are also a lot places where you can rescue rabbits. Adoption centers often have rabbits and other animals that have physical disabilities while others have mental disabilities and still others suffer from both. If you are interested in adopting a bunny with specialContinue reading “Adopting a Bunny with Special Needs”

Can Reptiles Live Together?

Generally speaking, most reptiles cannot live with other reptiles unless they are of the same species. Even then it is difficult to mix reptiles of the same sex or different species. If you are looking to keep multiple reptiles in your home then talk to your vet first. Some reptile owners have found that itContinue reading “Can Reptiles Live Together?”

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