Dust Baths

Chinchillas are small, furry desert animals that are highly social and extremely cute. Their social tendencies and high degree of trainability make the type of cage that you select for your chinchillas of vital importance to their lives and the way that they will contribute to you and your family's lives. In this article, we will... more »

Bison need a great deal of grazing area to feed upon and roam around. It is essential that they have a large paddock to run around in, with adequate space for dust baths and exercise. If bison don't have enough room to roam, they will not develop the muscle mass needed to go to market. In the wild, a single bison moves 2 miles a day... more »

Bathing a pet opossum can be tricky. Opossums aren't used to baths in water, and prefer to keep themselves clean in dust, much like chinchillas. Preparing a dust bath will allow your opossum to freshen its fur on its own. If it still looks oily, you can try giving it a traditional bath to get its natural cleanliness back on track. more »

Chinchillas make wonderful pets if you take care of them. Chinchillas require some special care but once you understand how to care for them, it becomes natural to you. Keep your chinchilla happy and healthy and they will be with you for many years. more »

With their playful personalities, boundless energy, and cherubic faces, chinchillas are fast becoming a popular pet. Nocturnal animals, chinchillas can live for as many as 15 years with the proper care, so it's essential that you're absolutely certain you are ready for the commitment before you bring a chinchilla into your home. more »