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Expert tips on reptiles, rodents and small pets will take the mystery out of caring for these little critters, whether you’re wondering what to feed a guinea pig or where to house a pet tarantula. All creatures need tender loving care, even pet turtles, snakes, lizards and scorpions. Need to research your pet python’s health condition? Want to know how to care for a baby rabbit? Advice from eHow's pet experts can make caring for your pets a breeze.

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How to Buy a Pet Mouse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Think Mickey, Minnie and Stuart Little and it's no wonder buying a pet mouse is so popular. These cute creatures are easy to care for and offer several years of enjoyment. Choosing one is easy and upkeep is inexpensive. Knowing some key points ... more »

How to Buy an Iguana as a Gift

By eHow Pets Editor

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Iguanas make great pets for older children. They're inexpensive and easy to care for and live happy, placid lives for up to 10 years... more »

How to Care for a Brazilian Wandering Spider

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The Brazilian wandering spider (Phoneutria fera) is one the most dangerous spiders in the world and should never be kept by the casual keeper or handled by anyone since it is fast, aggressive and poisonous. This specimen is native to the northern ... more »

How to care for a fiddler crab

By Natalie Hernandez

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Fiddler crabs are normally no bigger then 1.5 inches besides the great big claw that the males carry. They eat pretty much anything that they will find but you can use hermit crab food... more »

How to Care for a Nile Monitor

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The Nile monitor is one of the largest of the monitor lizards. It can grow up to seven or eight feet long and can be very ill tempered. They are very strong and take a lot of work to be tamed. This lizard is not recommended as a pet for beginners ... more »

How to Care for a Red Eared Slider Turtle

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One of the most common pet turtles available today is the Red Eared Slider. Readily available and of good temperament, Sliders are pet store favorites. However, before bringing any new pet into your home, be certain you understand the animal's ... more »

How to Care for a Sandfish Skink

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A Sandfish skink is a wonderful, small lizard that would make a great first pet for those seeking a reptile. They are inexpensive and their care is minimal. They "swim" through sand like a fish does through water. Another positive is that they ... more »

How to Care for a Sick Bearded Dragon

By jbuskirk

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Bearded dragons are fairly easy to care for, but nursing a sick beardie back to health can be a challenge. Here are some tips that could save your bearded dragon's life... more »

How to Care for a White's Tree Frog

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The white's tree frog is a fairly large frog. They can live 15 years or more and grow three to five inches long. This frog is one of the most successful frogs in nature because it has a unique skin that allows it to retain moisture. White's tree ... more »

How to Care for an Agama Lizard

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Agama Lizards are active during the day and enjoy low humidity and sunshine (or UVB lighting). Indigenous to Africa, these relatively tame lizards prefer a semi-dry environment. Caring for an Agama Lizard is easy as long as you can provide them ... more »

How to Care for an Emerald Basilisk

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The emerald or green basilisk is an amazing creature. This lizard can actually run on water for fairly long distances before finally sinking down to swim. They do not respond well to being handled, thus it is not recommended for someone who wants ... more »

How to Catch a Grasshopper

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Catching a grasshopper is harder than it sounds. With two different sets of eyes that allow a grasshopper to see forwards, backwards, and sideways at the same time, these insects are able to move quickly to avoid being caught... more »

How to Catch A Mouse In The House-The Humane Way!

By w1z111

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There are dozens of mouse-trap designs out there, some quite barbaric (and bloody!), others more cleverly and humanely innovative. Yet, in my opinion, you don't need any of them!.. more »

How to Catch a Turtle

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A fun outing for older children and their parents is turtle catching. While everyone assumes turtles are slow moving, the opposite is true when they're scared. This makes turtle catching a little harder than you may think... more »

How to Choose a Reptile Pet for a Child

By AnneElk

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Different reptiles have very different care requirements. Some are suitable pets for children, and are easier to care for than a dog or cat. Others are only for experts, or might not be best for your family for a variety of reasons. When you ... more »

How to Clean a Rabbit Hutch

By eHow Pets Editor

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Keeping a rabbit for a pet is lots of fun. They make great family pets and are a relatively low maintenance pet. Establishing a good system for cleaning out the rabbit hutch is essential. This will make routine cleanups a snap and allow you more ... more »

How to Clean Up After a Pet Scorpion

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If you are the proud owner of a pet scorpion, then you know how relatively easy it is to care for one. Cleanup for these fascinating creatures can be just as simple a process. Routinely maintain your scorpion's habitat to keep your intimidating ... more »

How to Decorate Your Rabbit Hutch or Cage for the Holidays!

By edotnet

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Did you ever wonder why so much time and effort is put into decorating a Birthday Cake? The minute the candles are blown out, the cake is sliced up and eaten. The hapiness that the decorated cake brings when it is first seen is worth the effort! ... more »

How to Feed a Gecko

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Proper feeding keeps your lizards healthy for many years. Young geckos need more feeding times during the week to help their bodies develop. Geckos feed on insects, especially their main staple, crickets. Supplement the lizard's diet with meal ... more »

How to Feed a Pet Spider

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A spider can be a great pet for a person that loves exotic animals. Spiders are very low maintenance animals and the cost to take care of them is small as well. Pet tarantulas are a popular choice for spider owners. If you own a tarantula, you ... more »

How to Feed Chinchillas

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Most people don't realize that chinchillas eat with their hands and may even throw their food from time to time. (This is only cute when you are tiny and furry.) Keep your chin happy and healthy with the right diet... more »

How to Feed Rabbits

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Rabbits are herbivores. The pet rabbit must get all its nutrients from commercial feed or pellets, whereas its wild cousins get theirs from nature... more »

How to Feed Your Ferret

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Ferrets are obligate carnivores, which means they require a diet that's very high in meat-based protein and fat. Because they lack a cecum, ferrets cannot digest plant protein, so fruits and veggies should be limited to occasional treats - no ... more »

How to Find a Lost Hamster

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Finding a lost hamster may take several days or even weeks. After a while, you may feel that your efforts are hopeless. Don’t give up yet. Here are some tricks that will help you find your missing pet... more »

How to Find a Salamander

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Salamanders are easy to keep as pets and are small enough to be housed in a classroom. They are fun to find and to set up in a terrarium. However, finding a salamander in the wild can be difficult, since they are mainly nocturnal. Once they are ... more »