Once you’ve decided that pet rats are the right choice for you, and researched and prepared their cage, food and toys, there is one last step on the road to…

Though adorably small physically, guinea pigs do have big, sweet personalities that are so very endearing. As social creatures that typically live in groups of about 10 adults and their…

Food plays two roles for our pets. It provides them with the nutrition they need, but it can also, in fact, should also be, something enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. Finding…

We’ve talked before about how hamsters are not just hamsters; there are several different species, each with its own needs. The same is true for feeding. Whilst many pet stores…

Step aside canines and felines, it’s time to focus on our cottontail companions and find them the perfect pet names! When it comes to rabbits, there aren’t many creatures out…

Grooming your rabbits is an essential part of pet care and needs to be done regularly to ensure they are clean, healthy, and happy. Fur brushing and trimming, along with…

Today, we’re going to look at the sadder side of pet rat ownership – figuring out when they are sick. Unfortunately, one of the downsides to keeping pet rats is…

Like all pet rodents, hamsters need to be provided with good quality, safe beddings and substrates. However, when choosing the best bedding type to give our pets, we need to…

Hamsters are often thought of as a low maintenance, low value kids’ pet – something short-lived and easy that is bought for a few dollars from a pet shop.  In…

“How do I make my guineas pig like me” is a common question I’m often asked by both new pet parents and established guinea caregivers. Even people who are considering…