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Introducing A New Cat To Your Resident Cat

Proper introductions are very important so your new cat and the resident cat can live peacefully together. An adjustment experience that did not go so well between both cats can trigger aggression episodes. It could also lead to unacceptable behavior like defecation or urination around the house or perhaps causing the cats to just runContinue reading “Introducing A New Cat To Your Resident Cat”

Tips For Maintaining Light, Humidity, and Temperature Inside The Snake House

Reptiles, including snakes, are cold-blooded creatures. Thus, there is a need to regulate the temperature inside their home to help them survive. You will also need to provide a light source and control the temperature inside the enclosure. The kind of light that you will put should depend on the breed of your pet. AllContinue reading “Tips For Maintaining Light, Humidity, and Temperature Inside The Snake House”

How Long Is A Turtle’s Lifespan?

It is generally known that turtles have long lives when compared to most other pets. There are several tortoise species that have over 100-year lifespans. Some common water turtle species kept as pets could live up to their 40s, but there are a lot of factors that affect how long a pet turtle can live. Continue reading “How Long Is A Turtle’s Lifespan?”

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”