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Hamsters are perfect first pets for youngsters; they are lovable, small, and best of all, they are easy and inexpensive to keep. With proper attention and care, hamsters can live up to five years.
Ferrets are ultradian animals'they have short bursts of activity separated by hours of rest. They can adapt their schedules to yours so they'll be awake and ready to play when you are.
Chicks need feed, water, heat, light and space to grow into healthy chickens. If you're purchasing your chicks, read "How to Purchase Chicks" or "How to Hatch Chicks."
This article will show the novice beekeeper how to install a new package of honeybees into a hive.
It's easy for us to chat, text message or just talk with our friends. But how our hamster gets along with his buddies?
Parrots can make wonderful pets if they are cared for properly. Caring for a parrot can be easy and enjoyable.
Pet rabbit hutches are a must if you're going to purchase a pet rabbit. If you've never had a pet rabbit before then you will be clueless as to what's best for your bunny and for you. I say you,...
Many people choose other pets over bunnies because they think that bunnies don't bond with their owners as much as other animals. However, bunnies can out-loyalty your dog and out-personality your...
With care and thought, you can select a parrot that will be perfect for your lifestyle.
Baseball has for a long time been a favorite pastime in America. Since it is largely a game about hitting it is no surprise that batting cages are very useful for practicing your swing. Building a...
If you have a love for birds, cockatiels are a great choice. They are attractive, friendly, and can learn to speak as well as whistle. But before deciding, learn more about this popular bird.
Opening a bottle of champagne can be very intimidating. Some people shy away from it all together. These step by step instructions will have you looking like a pro the next time someone hands...
Perhaps it will come to you as a surprise, but hamsters can be potty trained. When I was considering getting a dwarf hamster as a pet, I was worried that it would be impossible to keep my...
Whether you have an adorable new little puppy or a beloved faithful older dog, there are concrete ways of expressing your love for your pet. Love carries along with it certain responsibilities....
A rat is a fantastic choice as a first pet or as an apartment pet. How you set up the cage is just as important as which rat you choose.
It is possible to keep two hamsters in one cage, though hamsters will often fight. Watch your hamsters carefully in the beginning to make sure they get along.
Catching a pet rat is not like catching a hamster. Unlike hamsters, rats are not trying to run away forever, they just want to explore. After getting a look at the outside world, rats will want to...
You intend to buy a hamster but feel overwhelmed because you do not know exactly how much it will cost? Here is an expanded list with products your hamster needs and their average costs.
It may sound easy but that can be deceptive. There are countless dangers to a bird in an average household and many you would never think of. Birds are strong and delicate all at the same time and...
Rabbits are very sociable creatures, and they're usually happiest when they have a rabbit companion to share their days with while their humans are at work. There are many ways to bond rabbits....
With their unique and expressive crests, cockatiels are lively and colorful birds. Native to Australia, they've become a popular pet worldwide. In the wild, their main goal is to find a mate and...
There is a common misperception that pet ferrets smell worse than cats or dogs, but with these simple tricks you can keep your ferret and his home smelling pleasant- without frequent bathing!
These fur-bearing relatives of the guinea pig and porcupine make excellent pets, though they're shy and easily frightened. Most live 8 to 10 years; some can live to 18.
Rabbits usually pick one area, such as a corner, to use as their toilet. With a little patience, you can train your pet to use a litter box.
Taking care of a guinea pig requires the same amount of responsibility as caring for a dog, cat or other animal. Guinea pigs need to have the obvious things such as food and water, but they also...
Hamsters are very quick learners. They are very curious and if they find a way out of the cage they remember it, as well as remembering the fun of running around an entire house free. They can...
A roller consists of a handle, a cage and a roller cover, also known as a sleeve. Here's how to pick a quality paint roller for the job.
Cleaning your bird's cage can be relatively fast and easy if you maintain a regular cleaning schedule. That way, the mess never gets out of control.
Watch as an animal care specialist demonstrates how to set up a pet rat cage in this free online video about exotic pets.
Children love to pet dogs for the most part--and dogs love to be petted for the most part. The following are steps you can take to ensure that your child approaches a dog safely--so that the...
First, you should know that I am going to be referring to skunks as "stinky kitties". This makes them sound much more adorable and fun. So...maybe you are trying to humanely relocate a...
Owning a chinchilla is an amazing experience filled with adventure and mischief. Chinchillas are naturally inquisitive and have teeth that never stop growing. In order to keep your home safe...
Guinea pigs can make great pets for anyone who wants a small social animal but does not want the commitment of a dog or cat, or does not want a pet that will have free roam of the house. As long...
It's heading into Spring and almost time for planting tomatoes. I love DIY projects. Here is one I found in a magazine today and would like to share it with everyone. I know tomatoes are rather...
Bunny rabbits make affectionate house pets. Housebreaking, or more acturately, litterbox training, a bunny is a very simple task. When a bunny is 5-6 weeks old, it is ready to leave its parents...
This is for those of you who have rabbits who remain in cages while you are at work or away from home. Rabbits need exercise to keep them fit.
Chinchillas are small and cute, with soft, silky fur, which makes them popular pets. But chinchillas can be challenging to care for. They have special needs that can make their upkeep difficult...
It is important that rabbits have things to play with and toss around. Bunnies, especially those in their younger years have lots of pent up energy which can be managed by giving them time to run...
Your chinchilla's cage can be more than a place to sleep; with enough space and toys, it can be a play space as well.
While ferrets like to nip and bite while playing, it is the owner's responsibility to teach them to avoid this behavior. You can withdraw attention, keep your ferret in the cage and this can solve...
Most guinea pig owners use disposable bedding, like wood shavings or recycled paper products, in their guinea pigs' cages. But since guinea pigs need bigger cages than most pet rodents, using...
Baseball caps get daily wear and end up really grungy over a period of time. Here are tips to clean off those sweat stains and restore your cap to wearable condition.
A hermit crab cage needs to provide freshwater, saltwater, a place to burrow, a place to climb, and a place for food. These instructions will help you arrange an attractive and useful setup that...
Do you have a tendency to walk around like a schlump? That means round shouldered, stooped over, and just generally unaware of your posture. Here is a very easy way to straighten up. You'll...
Rats are very sociable animals and while they will grow to love their owner, many come home from the store with only minimal human contact. Bonding with a rat can take a lot of time and if you...
It is often difficult to tell if your caged bird is sick until it's too late. By instinct, birds hide it when they do not feel well. In the wild, they are picked off violently in most cases if...
Guinea pigs make great pets, but many people are not very well informed on how to care for one of these little creatures. Hopefully this article will be useful for current owners and potential...
This is such an easy way to get your puppy use to going outside. I know training a puppy can be hard to use the potty outside. I have found this method to work. If you stick to these steps you...
I never thought of people having rats as pets until I got a job at a petstore and during training we learned that they make excellent pets because they are so social and extremely intelligent...I...
The Conure breed of parrot is often referred to as the clowns of the parrot world. Conures come in many varieties but are among the most active and clever of the captive parrot breeds for its...
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