When deciding to buy pet rats, one of the first decisions to make is whether to adopt boys or girls. Rats need to live in pairs or groups, as they…
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Common Health Problems in Rats – Part 1: Myco, Respiratory Problems & Heart Disease
by Alison BlythOne of the downsides to keeping pet rats is that they are prone to illness. Although it is possible to breed against a lot of rat health problems, this requires…
Creating a safe and interesting cage layout for your rats is relatively straight forward. However, a new movement in pet keeping is challenging whether the way we keep rats –…
Social, smart, and ever so precocious, rabbits need physical and mental stimulation to entertain them and keep them from getting bored – and into trouble. What happens when you have…
Rats are naturally friendly and curious animals and, handled regularly from a few days old, usually have no problems bonding with their owners. That’s why I recommend adopting baby rats…
In large mixed gender groups, male/male, female/female, and male/female pairings, bunnies can live contentedly for their entire lifespan. The most natural couple to introduce and bond is the male/female pairing,…
Rats are adorable creatures, so it isn’t surprising that many owners wonder about breeding their pets. Some people want to make “more” of a loved animal, while others wonder if…
In my opinion, guinea pigs don’t make good pets … they make great ones! But of course, having been an avid lover of cavies for many years, I’m certainly a…
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…