Ferret Husbandry
Ferrets are complex little creatures and are interactive members of the household that need and value interaction with their families. They can build social and cognitive bonds similar to those
Enrichment and Housing for Pet Rabbits
Often, well-meaning people describe rabbits as easy to keep because “they can be caged and don’t take up much space”. This idea has led to many rabbits being caged most
Degu Care
Degus are small rodents. They are often gentle if handled frequently and unlike some rodents, are active chiefly in the daytime. They are intelligent and playful, and in the right
Did You Want a Bunny for Easter?
Did you ask for a rabbit for Easter? Did you get one? Read on for a fun (and perhaps not so fun) look at rabbit ownership. Ask any rabbit fancier,
Diet and Nutrition for Pet Rabbits
Rabbits make intelligent, friendly, and quiet house pets. The average life span for a bunny is seven to 10 years, with records of up to 15 years of age reported.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Guinea Pigs
Although veterinarians know a great deal about dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs because it is so common in that species, they don’t know as much about heart conditions in guinea pigs. There
Disseminated Idiopathic Myofascitis (DIM) in Ferrets
Disseminated idiopathic myofascitis (DIM) is a disease of unknown cause in pet ferrets that targets their muscle function. Ferrets affected by DIM are usually less than 18 months old, however,
Chinchillas
Chinchillas are playful and intelligent pets, but they are not suited for all households. Although they are social and interactive, they are also messy and destructive. They make a significant
Classroom Pets: Things to Consider
Having pets in school classrooms is a somewhat controversial subject. For every good point that’s raised (e.g., promoting empathy, entertainment, learning about animals and their care) there are bad points
Cancer is a Cellular Delinquent
Like people, our pets’ bodies develop cancer cells throughout their lifetime. In the lucky ones, these cells remain dormant and no malignancy ever grows; in others, the cells go mad
