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How to Handle a Pet's Fear of Thunderstorms

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Does the sound of thunder make your pooch huddle beneath the furniture? Many pets, especially dogs, have a fear of thunderstorms. It can be so agonizing for them that it makes a pet owner feel guilty that they cannot make their pet feel better. ... more »

How to Have a Free-Range House Rabbit

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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If you're allergic to cats, but want something fluffy bouncing around your house, consider having a house rabbit. Rabbits are naturally social animals. If you keep an open cage nearby, a rabbit can learn where his litter box is, and how to hop in ... more »

How to Keep a Pet Degu

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A degu is a member of Octodon genus and usually refers specifically to Octodon degus. It is a small rodent native to Chile and closely related to chinchillas and guinea pigs. Degus are highly social and should be kept in groups because they ... more »

How to Keep Mealworms

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If your pet eats mealworms, you can stop going to the pet store to buy him dinner. Mealworms are extremely easy to propagate right at home. Save yourself the trouble of going to the store and keep your own mealworm colony. Meet a few simple ... more »

How to Shoulder Train a Degu

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Degus make wonderful pets. Once they become accustomed to an owner, they become loving and cuddly creatures who will happily sit by your side, or even perform a degu trick or two. It's possible to shoulder train a degu to sit, play and even sleep ... more »

How to Adopt a Pet From a Shelter

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You can save a pet from abandonment or euthansia, by welcoming the animal into your home. Dog or cat, mongrel or purebred, shelters have them all. There are some things to consider before assuming this responsibility... more »

How to Adopt an Animal from a Rescue

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Rescuing an animal is a noble endeavor. Not only do you get a companion, but you save an animal that may have otherwise lived a horrible life. But rescuing a new pet takes much consideration and shouldn’t be done lightly... more »

How to Bathe a Pet Degu

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Although they clean themselves like cats, degus must also be bathed to ensure a healthy, hygienic coat. In the wild, degus wash themselves by rolling in fine desert dust, rather than water. In captivity, bath them the same way. Special volcanic ... more »

How to build a hedgehog nesting box

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How to Buy a Hedgehog

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Just because hedgehogs are little critters, it does not mean that owning them is a little task. Before you buy a hedgehog, learn about their care and temperament. There are many questions you might want to ponder before bringing home a "hedgie.".. more »

How to Care for a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach

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The Madagascar hissing cockroach (Gromphadorhina portentosa) may be the best starter choice for a cockroach. It grows to 3 inches and lives for 2 to 3 years on average. Madagascar hissing cockroaches are common, harmless and easy to breed. They ... more »

How to Care for a Sugar Glider

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A sugar glider is a small marsupial originating in Australia and Indonesia. With soft mink-like fur and a black stripe the length of its body, it weighs 4 to 6 ounces when grown and is 5 to 6 inches long. A very social creature, it requires at ... more »

How to Care for a Vietnamese Centipede

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The Vietnamese centipede (Scolopendra subspinipes) is a popular choice for a starter centipede. Vietnamese centipedes are relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain. They also come in a wide variety of colors and are poisonous like all centipedes, ... more »

How to Care for Slugs

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Most people would love to have a pet that does not require a lot of care. One such pet you can choose to have, however uncommon, is a pet slug. Slugs are relatively easy to care for. They don't need walks, don't eat lots of food and don't keep ... more »

How to Catch a Bug to Feed a Pet

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Catching your bugs to feed a pet like a turtle or a frog is a great way to save money. And the outdoors has a plethora of bugs available. But catching bugs may be harder than you think... more »

How to Choose a Classroom Pet

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Live pets in the classroom can teach children many lessons about nature and about kindness to other creatures. But you need to make a practical choice for the sake of both the humans and the animal... more »

How to Choose a Small Pet for a Child

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Small pets like hamsters, gerbils and guinea pigs are easy to find, and so cute that you might be tempted to make an impulse purchase. But they are more different from one another than you might expect. Here's what you should think about before ... more »

How to Clean a Small Pet's Cage

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Even though small pets don't take up space, their cages must be cleaned often or your house will be invaded by a large smell. Regular maintenance will keep your pet's habitat healthy and both of you happy... more »

How to Clean the Aquarium for Pet Hermit Crabs

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Many people consider hermit crabs a popular low-maintenance companion. However, pet owners often mistake low-fuss for no-fuss. To ensure the overall health and well-being of your hermit crabs, you need to consider a few things about their diet ... more »

How to Find a Missing Pet

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When you have lose a beloved pet you are completely lose without them, so you are very unhappy also. That is why you want to find your pet. You will do anything to find it, also in your life... more »

How to Find a Missing Pet

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Pets are beloved members of your family. They offer companionship, comfort and sometimes, entertainment. You provide them shelter, food and care. Sometimes, your pet is missing and you are devastated, wondering what to do. Here are some ideas on ... more »

How to Find a Reputable Pet Store

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For pet owners, finding a reputable store for supplies is important. As consumers, where we choose to spend our dollars can make a difference. By supporting only quality establishments, we can discourage businesses dabbling in sub-standard pet ... more »

How to Gauge the Value of a Pet

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You and your pet have a special bond. But when it comes to the legal system, that bond doesn't contribute to the value of your pet. A pet's value is determined by its commercial value. But there is a legal push to financially acknowledge the ... more »

How to Have One's Small Animal Make Friends

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Socialization is healthy for your pets and makes pet ownership easier for you. The training process for dogs, cats and other small animals isn't difficult, but it requires an abundance of commitment and patience. The rewards of a well-behaved ... more »

How to Identify a Desert Millipede

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The Desert Millipede is the common name for any species in the orthoporus genus, although it is also known by other common names. This name most often refers to Orthoporus ornatus. The Desert Millipede is easy to care for and make a popular ... more »

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