Backyard chickens have been increasingly popular over the past decade. People want chickens as pets, to provide eggs, offer company, and because they’re just very cute!
But, backyard chickens also take a lot of work. Chickens can be smelly, eat things you don’t want...
The Fischer’s Lovebird is one of the smallest pet parrot breeds, standing at 5–7 inches tall.
Fischer’s Lovebirds are instantly recognizable by their orange and green plumage, and white rings around their eyes.
Small but fiery, the Fischer’s Lovebird forms an intense lifelong bond with one special person or parrot.
But do...
The best guinea pig toys are safe, durable, and fun for your guinea pig to play with!
Guinea pigs love toys that they are able to chew, rather than things to run around in. They might not play in the way you expect them to. Rather than pushing things around,...
What is a Dachshund Corgi mix?
The Dachshund Corgi mix is a lovable, energetic, and playful cross.
Weighing 15–30 lbs and growing up to around 9–12 inches.
They can make great family pets, but they are prone to some serious health concerns.
Like all crossbreeds, this mix was engineered by human intervention to...
What do lizards eat? A lizard's ideal diet varies depending on their exact species.
In the wild, many lizard species are opportunistic feeders. So, their diet will change through the seasons, based on what foods are available.
The diet of a...
Could your fur-friend have cat herpes, without you knowing?
Feline herpesvirus is a surprisingly common infection. Also known as feline rhinotracheitis, this is an important cause of recurring sore eyes in cats.
But it’s also a sneaky virus, which enters a carrier state.
This means cats may appear healthy but at times...
Why do my guinea pigs fight? Can I help them to make friends, or do I need to keep them apart?
It’s very upsetting to see your pets not getting along. Especially those that live in close quarters, like guinea pigs do.
But squabbles in cohabiting guinea pigs is surprisingly common,...
Do you have a bunny pet in your future?
If so, it’s best to familiarize yourself with domestic rabbits and their needs.
Looking after rabbits, though they are small, is not as simple as you may think. After all, bunnies don’t just chew carrots and say, “Eh, what’s up, Doc?”
In this...
What’s the best rabbit cage for your new bunny? Let’s take a look!
Rabbits are extremely popular pets, especially with families.
And it’s easy to see why! They’re cute and fluffy, friendly and sociable, and they can be taught simple commands and tricks.
What’s not to like?
Some bunnies live indoors as house...
Can you give guinea pigs a bath or will it harm them? Do guinea pigs even need bathing? Alison O Callaghan answers your guinea pig bath time questions.
Guinea pigs are clean animals and, like cats will lick their fur constantly throughout the day to remove any dirt spots.
If you...
