Other Exotic Pets

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...

Bird of Paradise species are relatively large birds best known for the colorful plumage sported by mature males. These bird species sport a variety of colors, from blue to green to brown, and live...

Guinea pigs can become flea infested, although they are more likely to get mites or lice. When they do get fleas, they need to be treated as proactively as you would have to treat any larger pet....

There are many things to consider when building guinea pig cages. Building materials, cage filler, toys, cage style and cage size are all elements that carry some weight when planning the cage....

Guinea pigs are social creatures that like to talk and communicate whenever they have the chance. Many people are amazed at how loud and animated their guinea pigs are. Here is a general guide to...

Guinea pigs are loveable creatures full of personality. When picking out a guinea pig, it is important to distinguish if you are picking out a show cavy (guinea pig) or a pet. If purchasing a pet,...

Sick pets can be incredibly stressful. Because they cannot communicate, it is important to find a veterinarian that you trust. Finding a vet for a guinea pig can be a challenge because many vets...

Guinea pigs are inherently social creatures. Although they may appear skittish at first, cavies love to be talked to, pet, and held. Here are some suggestions for raising a friendly and attentive...

Guinea pigs, or cavies, commonly suffer from Malocclusion--when guinea pigs' teeth become overgrown making it difficult for them to eat. Like a rat, or rabbit, guinea pigs teeth never stop...