Other Exotic Pets

This will give you the basics on how to take care of and what to expect when you have a pet raccoon. Each step will coordinate with the 'Things You'll Need' list

Did you know it was possible to put a bumble bee on a leash and "walk" it around? This is a neat trick I learned as a young teen and it's a really cool thing to show your friends that...

Ever want to start a backyard zoo? Here are some easy ways to catch your first elephant.

Did you know the Aardvark is an African Mammal? They use their strong sense of smell and long, sticky tongue for feeding on large quantities of ants and termites. They are nocturnal...

Whether you have a long-haired or a short-haired rabbit, preventing hairballs will be a key component of caring for your pet. When they groom themselves, bunnies can ingest large quantities of...

Let me guess.. you found a baby squirrel without a mother, or perhaps it is injured? You can nurse it to recovery or if it adapts to your home easily, keep your new friend as a pet.

Raising a bearded dragon as your pet can be rewarding and you may learn a thing or two about reptiles. Most bearded dragons are just like other pets, they may be strange, however – with the proper...

Sugar gliders can make wonderful, loving pets. Earning their trust, however, can be quite a challenge.

Have trouble teaching your pet rock new tricks, or don't know what to teach it? Get help with this helpful article!

Anybody can have a duck as a pet. You just have to make sure that you have what he needs in order to be comfortable. Some people would look at me like I was crazy but a duck will make a loyal...

Button quail, or Chinese painted quail, are the smallest of the quail family. These adorable little birds are interesting pets, that are relatively low maintenance, come in many colors, and are...

The national symbol of Australia is also the largest of all marsupials ... the Kangaroo. This amazing animal is both friend and foe to Australians as it is their symbol and also source of food,...

It may sound a little silly, but I have a pet crawfish. Where did I get it you may ask? Well, we were playing with our neighbours when they caught a crawfish in their culvert, they gave it to us...

The Komodo Dragon is the world's largest venomous lizard. It can live up to fifty years old and is the only species of lizard that a female can lay eggs without male involvement, if needed. This...

Pogona Vitticeps. More commonly known as the Bearded Dragon. A beautiful Australian reptile for herp-lovers all across the globe. Calm, beautiful, patient, loving. All characteristics uncommon...

These are the sweetest cats you have ever laid your eyes on!! But odd looking, yes they are! You do have to prepare for them, for they are a different kitty cat than any other cat. They have...

Guinea Pigs make wonderful pets. As they bond to their owners, they give love, companionship and develop their own personalities. Piggies are almost perfect pets to own. The only problem I had...

Your guinea pig may be unhappy for a number of reasons. His cage mate may have died and he misses the lost piggy. Maybe his cage mate is bullying him, and if this is the case they need to be...

Want a strange pet. A bee on a leash would be pretty cool. Amaze your friends.

Sugar gliders are very cute and interesting pets. They are nocturnal marsupials with specialized diets. Recently, I had 2 young females surrendered to me by an owner who could no longer care for...

In this tutorial you'll learn how to take care of your very own Sugar Glider.

I have lived in the desert as a child and one of the hobbies we had was catching scorpions. In this article I will explain the technique.

In order to be happy with your new Sugar Glider and for them to be happy with you it is essential that you take the time to bond with your new glider. This process can sometimes seem slow and...

Oh no! Once again your pet kangaroo has messed her diaper. Oh, those little Joeys, when will they learn? In this tutorial you will learn just how to rectify this unfortunate problem.

While rabbits can provide enjoyment as pets like any other animal they have traits than can make your home and furnishings into giant chew toys. Here are some tips to keep your home and your pets...

Most pet insurance companies offer coverage to only the most common pets: dogs, cats, and horses. However, there are many exotic pets and pet owners who also need health coverage in case of...

Cleaning your bunny's cage properly, is essential in maintaining a healthy bunny.

As the thermometer rises, these easy and inexpensive tips will help your pet bunnies stay cool in the summer heat. Following these tips will keep them happy and safe!

Learn what to look for when buying chinchilla cages. What size, what material, what accessories to include, ect.

Fruit flies can be a pain to deal with in the kitchen. This article shows the many ways to rid yourself once and for all of those pesky Dipteras.

Your young child loves to see things grow so excite her with a science project that will be remembered forever! She'll see the entire butterfly process in action, right from her table!

If your thinking about purchasing a rabbit as your new pet, here are some things to consider before you go out and grab the first cutie that you see.

Red Cherry Shrimp are some of the easiest shrimp to keep as a pet. Because of the ease of raising this mysterious creature, many people may be wondering how they can increase their Red Cherry...

Hooray! You've just acquired your new pet, an Oriental box tortoise! No matter where you got him from you must remember to take good care of him by providing the essentials: a tank with a heat...

Easy as pie way to catch a Peacock. He will do it for you!

This is designed for someone who just found or purchased a tortoise and wants to give it a nice new home. This is meant to be general guideline to most tortoise species around the world.

Sugar gliders are exotic pets that are becoming more and more popular in the United States. They bond very well to their owners and can do the coolest tricks ever. Every sugar glider owner enjoys...

Sugar gliders LOVE to climb and jump around in their cages. You can make your sugar glider her very own rope to play with, and it will cost you almost nothing.

I did this when I worked outside setting up work area signs. In an area where there was no hunting, and the deer were used to people. This is the coolest thing I ever did with wild life.

These days shelters don't just receive domestic animals like dogs, cats and bunnies. Sometimes they also receive exotic pets, farm animals and wildlife. There are rescue groups which will help...

So, you have a Sphynx cat and you quickly realize that they need a lot of grooming. Here are my tried and true tips to keeping your kitty clean. Sphynx cats do not have hair to wisk away their...

Sugar gliders are very cute and cuddly! They can be tamed easily with patience and the right method.

Do you have a family pet snake that you’d like to show off? Using spotlights in snake cages is a fun way to show off your snakes and provide them a little additional warmth. You can use spotlights...

If you're considering owning a Sugar Glider, there are some things you need to know before you get one. Sugar Gliders are an exotic animal and special care should be used to decide if they will...

Most people don’t even realize that they can purchase a turtle or a tortoise online. You can buy an exotic turtle, even a two- headed turtle online!

One of the most commonly kept pet turtles is the Red Ear Slider. If cared for properly they can be a very rewarding pet. Here is what you should know about them before bringing one home.

Small reptiles that are herbivores, need to eat small pieces of vegetable matter until they are large enough to rip larger foods or tear it into bite sized pieces. If you own a small herbivore,...

Recently my 19 year old daughter acquired (read-mom got stuck with) a new pet Iguana. She had been talking about it for a while but as she was only working part time I knew she could not afford...

Caring for a pet snake is not too difficult. But the length of it's life all depends on you. A snake can survive in some extreme conditions but they will not live to their full life expectancy....

A clean cage makes for a healthy environment and helps ensure a long life for your sugar glider. Having a clean cage is also key to keeping the odor in check that sugar gliders tend to produce....