How to Choose a Veterinarian
After working in the animal health field for over 15 years I have learned what it really takes to be a top quality veterinary hospital. Read this article to find out what to look for and how to find the best place for your furry friend. Open up ... [... more]
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How to befriend a squirrel
Befriending a squirrel takes time and patience, but the results are quite rewarding. Follow these instructions and you, too, will have a squirrel friend (and his family) greeting you everytime you walk out the door. First, you need to get the ... [... more]
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How to Bathe a Pet Degu
Although they clean themselves like cats, degus must also be bathed to ensure a healthy, hygienic coat. In the wild, degus wash themselves by rolling in fine desert dust, rather than water. In captivity, bath them the same way. Special volcanic ... [... more]
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How to Care for a Hedgehog
A hedgehog is a small spiny mammal in the order Erinaceomorpha. There are 16 species, but only 4 are commonly kept as pets with the White-bellied Hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris) being the most popular. They are unusual pets but are becoming more ... [... more]
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How to Care for a Skunk
Skunks are small mammals in the family Mephitidae. There are 11 species, but only the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is commonly kept as a pet. This species usually has black and white stripes but can come in a variety of colors. Keeping a ... [... more]
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How to Cope With a Biting Pet Sugar Glider
Coping with a biting pet sugar glider is often one of the first things a new owner must learn how to do. Follow these simple tips to greatly reduce the number of bites and threatening nips from your pet sugar glider. Learn the difference between ... [... more]
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How to Care for Pets When on Vacation
When you go away for a holiday, vacation or work you will want to make sure your pets are well cared for. There are a number of options you can choose. Have a friend or neighbor come over: If you have this option, be careful you don't endanger ... [... more]
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How to Cope With The Loss of A Pet
Pets are becoming more and more common in the households as a source of comfort. Whether it be a dog, cat, fish, bird, bunny, or snake, all owners know that their pet holds a special place in their heart. However, when those beloved pets pass ... [... more]
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How to Care for Frogs (Tomato Frogs)
Tomato frogs are a rare and beautiful specimen of amphibians that have fallen prey to the international pet trade. They originate in rainforests of Madagascar and are sold to pet stores in the U.S., where they are often in poor health. Although ... [... more]
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How to Clean Your Frog's Vivarium for a Healthy Pet and ...
Frogs require humid habitats, so their vivarium bedding and substrate will need frequent changing to prevent mold. Most frog caretakers will change their frogs vivarium bedding every 2-3 weeks, which is ideal. Learn how easy it is with this ... [... more]
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How to Bond With a Rat
Most of the rats people look at purchasing their first time are pet store rats. Many pet stores cater to reptiles by having feeder rats, but they will also show you their 'fancy rats'. This is what they call the rats they felt were too pretty to ... [... more]
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How to Buy a Chinchilla
Chinchillas are fast becoming a popular family pet. Pet stores are starting to stock them more, but are they the best option? What can you expect to pay for a chinchilla? Should you buy just one or should you buy them in pairs? The first thing ... [... more]
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