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Nutrition for Ferrets

A ferret is an obligate carnivore, and must eat appropriately for the species to maintain health. Adult ferrets have 34 teeth. Ferrets have a very short intestinal tract; the GI

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Mouse and Rat Care

People envision many different things when thinking about rats and mice. Some consider them as vermin or pests, many envision laboratory specimens, others think of them as snake food, while

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Myxomatosis in Rabbits

What is Myxomatosis? Myxomatosis is a contagious and deadly viral disease of wild European and pet rabbits. Its fatality rate can be devastating, reaching nearly 100% in some cases. Ultimately,

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Husbandry and Health of Rats

Rats have been kept as pets since the late 19th century and have become quite tame and domesticated over time. They’re intelligent and can be taught tricks and interactive games. They

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Hedgehogs

Hedgehogs are adorable and affectionate little animals, but they aren’t ideal pets for everyone. Be aware that they are not legal in all states, and in some areas, you may

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Health and Husbandry of Mice

Mice are intelligent and playful, and in the right situation can be affectionate pets. Mice are easy to care for, quiet, and friendly animals when handled daily and carefully. With

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Hamsters as Pets

Hamsters are peculiar little rodents with large cheek pouches and short stubby tails. They have gained popularity as pets and research animals since the 1930s. The Syrian hamster’s (golden hamster)

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How Does Anesthesia Work?

Pet owners may shy away from surgical or dentistry procedures for their pets because they fear the risks of anesthesia. While it’s a good to consider the risks and benefits

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