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Guinea Pigs in Movies: 8 Animated & Non-Animated Movies
Guinea pigs have captured our hearts for centuries, and they continue to do so today, both in real life and…
Can Hamsters Drink From a Bowl? Water Bowl vs Water Bottle for Hamsters
Are you curious about the best way to provide water for your hamster? The choice between using a water bowl…
Rabbit Feeding Guide: What & How Much to Feed Your Bunnies
Thanks to Peter Rabbit and Bugs Bunny, we tend to think of rabbits as carrot-munching critters. But what else do…
Rat Digging Box: How to Set It Up
Rats are intelligent and social animals that need plenty of enrichment to be happy and healthy. Naturally, we want what’s…
Male vs Female Guinea Pigs: Key Differences & How to Tell the Sex
Thinking of adopting guinea pigs? You might be wondering what the differences are between males and females, and which gender…
Do Guinea Pigs Sleep With Their Eyes Open? All About Piggy Sleep
Like every other animal, guinea pigs need to sleep. However, they don’t sleep in the same way as humans or…
Himalayan Guinea Pigs: Breed Info, Temperament, & Care
Himalayan guinea pigs are one of the most popular in guinea pig shows. They have white bodies, red eyes, and…
Texel Guinea Pigs: Breed Info, Temperament, Care (& How to Adopt)
Texel guinea pigs were originally bred by crossbreeding Rex and Silkie guinea pigs, so they have characteristics of both. Their…
Hamster Supplies List: 14 Must-Haves For Your Hamster
Adopting a new pet hamster can be overwhelming at first, with so many things to prepare and research before bringing…
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Our arsenal of small pet care calculators is here to help you do the math on the minimum cage sizing, gestation periods, bedding calculations and more.
