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• Exotic Pets

  By Maria Scinto, eHow Editor

  Puppies may be cuter, kittens may be cuddlier, but nothing could be quite so impressive as taking your pet alligator for a walk. If you're a nontraditional kind of person and you'd like an out-of-the-box pet, here's a few exotics for you to consider.

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  Furry , Scaly , Creepy

• Polly Want a Cracker: Feed the Birds

  By Maria Scinto, eHow editor

  When it comes to feeding your pet bird, it isn't quite as simple as opening a box of birdseed. Different birds have unique tastes and nutritional needs. Check out eHow's some tips on feeding your feathered friend.

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  Making Your Own Bird Food , Best Bird Foods , Feeling Seedy

• Keeping Your Bird Healthy

  By Maria Scinto, eHow editor

  Pet birds are lovely, charming companions, but they do require a great deal of care in order to stay well. eHow knows it isn't always easy to find a veterinarian who specializes in birds. Here, vital stay-healthy tips for your feathered friend.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Basic Bird Care , The Sick Bird , Grooming

• Training Your Feathered Friend

  By Maria Scinto, eHow editor

  Birds are actually amazingly intelligent creatures, and with a little patience you may be able to teach your pet all manner of tricks. Some breeds are even capable of mimicking human speech. Here, basic bird training tips from eHow.

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  Bird Obedience , Bird Tricks , Teaching Polly to Talk

• Parrot Pals

  By Maria Scinto, eHow Editor

  There are over 300 species of parrots in all, some of them quite spectacularly beautiful, and all of them quite intelligent— in fact, parrots are said to be among the smartest of birds. Is a parrot the right pet for you? eHow answers your questions.

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  Popular Parrot Types , Parrot Care , Parrot Training

• Budgies for Beginners

  By Maria Scinto, eHow Editor

  The popularity of budgies, also known as parakeets, is booming, particularly with apartment-dwellers and other space-challenged pet owners. Parakeets are easy to keep and inexpensive to maintain. Boost your budgie IQ with eHow's tips for new owners.

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  Choosing a Budgie , Budgie Basics , Budgie Bootcamp

• Something Fishy

  By Maria Scinto, eHow editor

  Fish can be great pets - they are not noisy, they do not require daily walks, and they don't make much of a mess. But, they require a certain amount of sometimes costly daily care. eHow advises on fishy business of aquarium maintenance.

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  Aquarium Setup , Freshwater Fish , Saltwater Fish

• New Puppy Checklist

  By Lindsay Morris, eHow editor

  From Nixon's Checkers to Obama's acceptance-speech puppy promise, gifting canines is as American as apple pie. But, before you hit the pet shop or scour the pound for your own bundle of joy, heed eHow's tips for puppy prep, care and training.

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  Puppy preparation , Puppy care , Puppy training

• Protect Pets From Pests

  By eHow Editors

  Just like humans, pets are susceptible to a number of unpleasant diseases and illnesses. Having the knowledge to treat and rid your pet of pests will definitely come in handy.

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  Common Pests and Treatments , Preventing Pests

• Care for Cats

  By eHow Editors

  Although cats are generally a low maintenance pet when compared to dogs, there is still a considerable amount of care that must be put in concerning their diet, nutrition and overall health. A little love goes a long way, too.

  Quick Guide Sections:

  Cat Basics , Grooming Cats , Cat Diet

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