Small Pets

Health care for pets is becoming an important issue, and it's no wonder, considering a recent survey by the National Pet Owner's Association states that 62 percent of American households own a...

The death of a pet can be an upsetting time for all members of the family. But knowing the best way to bury a pet is something that few people ever consider until they have to do it. This article...

A first aid kit for pets should include bandaging material, gauze pads, medical tape, scissors, latex gloves and triple antibiotic cream. Find out why it's important to keep phone numbers for...

Deciding which pet to get is not easy. By following these steps, you're more likely to make a good decision based on facts, not fancy

Losing a pet is a horrible thing to happen to both the owner and his furry friend. Unfortunately, many lost pets never make it back home. They end up in shelters and rescues or fending for...

Unfortunately, there are times when we can’t take our pets with us. When those times arise, it is important to have the right caregiver for your pets. Who should that be? Can I be sure my...

Keeping pets healthy is an important aspect of responsible pet ownership. The best way to keep your pets healthy is to take advantage of preventative veterinary medicine. Not only will this help...

Children always remember their first pet; the one they helped to name and take care of. Children learn how love and responsibility go hand in hand. An animal can be a child’s best friend and/or...

Fire ants are a particularly annoying brand of ants. Fire ants have stingers on their abdomen that releases a poison which burns on the skin. If someone has an allergic reaction to the particular...

Choosing a safe bedding for your small animal will keep your pet healthy and happy. Not all animal bedding is appropriate for small animals such as hamsters, rats, gerbils and chinchillas. These...

Learning how to make outdoor pet cages is a great way to allow your companion animals to enjoy the great outdoors alongside you in the backyard or on your property. At the same time, because these...

Pets are part of the family and leaving them behind, whether it's to go on vacation or on an emergency trip out of town, is never easy. There was a time when families had no choice but to board...

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...

Skunks are small mammals in the family Mephitidae. There are 11 species, but only the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is commonly kept as a pet. This species usually has black and white stripes...