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Something Is Squirrelly Here! -
Deirdre Reilly (432)   
Deirdre Reilly 
The relationship between people and wild animals has always been an interesting one, and it has usually been pretty lopsided – wild animals look at us, and we run. Not much give-and-take to that relationship. Of course, there were fictional man-beast relationships that were mutually beneficial;... ( added 2 years ago.) |
A One Hundred Eighty Three Pound Rat? -
 - Joel Hendon (16,285)    
Joel Hendon  
It seems somewhat strange that so many folks will climb the wall at the sight of a tiny mouse or even more so, a field or gutter rat. But a 183 pound cousin of theirs will cause an entire city to fall in love with her. Not really a rat but rather, one of the worlds largest rodents, capybaras (... ( added 2 years 9 days ago.) |
Killing Bed Bugs and Keep them Gone -
- Matthew Lindermanns (157)
Bed bugs are fast becoming huge problems for houses and business all around the world and killing bed bugs is not as simple as some other insects. Folks are becoming victims of the blood sucking night creatures and many don't even know what is attacking them while they sleep. Bed bugs are hiders.... ( added 154 days 20 hours ago.) |
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The Gerbil Language -
Christine McGee (327)
Only if your gerbil could talk. Just because it doesn't talk doesn't mean you can't understand what it is trying to tell you. As the gerbil owner, you need to know what your gerbil is saying. In order to do that you need to become familiar with gerbil sounds and gerbil behavior. Gerbils squeak to... ( added 1 year 25 days ago.) |
The Importance of Quarantine in Good Rat Care And Rat Health For Your Pet Rats -
Dan Reinhold (24)
Goodbye Carmel
I've avoided and postponed writing this article about quarantine and rat care. The reason is the passing of our beloved Carmel on June 3, 2006. I'm still teary-eyed as I write this and even more painful is the knowledge that his suffering may have been prevented by proper... ( added 1 year 252 days ago.) |
Rat Intelligence - Why Rats Are the Smartest Pets -
- Catherine Smith (832)
We know are rats are intelligent , just by being around
them. The knowing looks they
give us, the way they solve simple
problems and work out how to cause even more mischief . Here is some more
info on what we already knew. Our Rats
Are Smart!
Learning Rats pick
up new behaviors... ( added 1 year 304 days ago.) |
Of Rodents and Men -
Dianne Lehmann (5,182)   
Dianne Lehmann
Its rats actually and me, a woman. Really, its only one rat. I'm fairly certain of that. It is living in our basement. It got in by chewing through the metal screen that covers the backs of the vents in the basement. Hes (no female would be so pushy and crass) apparently a very determined little... ( added 2 years 14 days ago.) |
Caring Guide for Hamster Babies -
Jalte Aimal (98)
One can’t just take his eyes off hamster pups, as these tiny cute little creatures will sure have your attention. Baby hamster are born without any fur and are closely attached to their mother. Though you may have the desire to hold them, bare in mind that there is nothing you can do within two... ( added 3 years 165 days ago.) |
Guinea Pigs Diet -
- Lee Martin (255) 
Guinea pigs are herbivores and grass is their natural diet.
Herbivores require a lot of vitamin C because they cannot make their
own. Unlike other mammals that synthesize their own vitamin C guinea
pigs get their daily requirement from raw fruits and vegetables or
through dietary... ( added 74 days 4 hours ago.) |
Guinea Pig Grooming -
Lee Martin (255)
A guinea pig can be one of the cutest and loving pets that anyone
can have. These delicate little creatures will depend on its owner(s)
to provide them with all the TLC that they will need. Providing food,
water, and medical care are some of the basic needs that you are
required to... ( added 115 days 4 hours ago.) |
Guinea Pig Breeding -
- Lee Martin (255)
The guinea pig has been a favorite pet in many western cultures since the late 1700's. Guinea pigs originated in the Andes Mountains of South America and are particularly suited as household pets because of their gentle demeanor, easy of care and friendliness towards humans. Guineas are a... ( added 115 days 4 hours ago.) |
Guinea Pig Supplies -
- Lee Martin (255)
Guinea pigs make great pets. They are cute and furry and do not take up much room. Noting that, it is still important to purchase the correct guinea pig supplies in order to take the best care of them possible. This article provides some guidelines for what guinea supplies are needed. The first... ( added 117 days ago.) |
Guinea Pig Health -
- Lee Martin (255)
Whether you are thinking of adopting or you are already a proud owner of a guinea pig, how to properly care for this delightful creature is essential for good guinea pig health.
A good Veterinarian that specializes in exotic animals is an important factor in your guinea pigs health as it... ( added 121 days ago.) |
Buy Guinea Pig -
Lee Martin (255)
The first thing you need to think about before buying a guinea pig is if it's the right choice for you. These tiny little furry animals are adorable but they take a lot of responsibility. If you are a very busy person and will not be able to commit to your furry friend, then you should probably... ( added 121 days ago.) |
Rat Food - What To Feed Your Pet Rat For a Long and Happy Life -
- Catherine Smith (832)
Rats are omnivores, which means they will basically eat anything. You can buy rat and mouse
food from the supermarket or a pet shop, but to keep your rat super happy you should supplement
their basic cereal food with something a bit more exciting. Improved nutrition
can lengthen your rats... ( added 1 year 304 days ago.) |
Nursing a Sick Rat -
- Catherine Smith (832)
We all hope it doesn't happen, but no matter
how much of a good rat owner you are, there will be a time when you find
yourself nursing a sick rat.
Quarantine?
The first decision to make is whether you are
going to move your sick rat into another cage. If he is not too sick and... ( added 1 year 304 days ago.) |
Tumours In Rats - What To Do When Your Pet Rat Has Lumps and Bumps -
- Catherine Smith (832)
If you find a bump on your female rat, don't fret. It is usually a benign tumour. You should of course, still get it checked out by the vet. Female rats are very prone to lumps and bumps, especially around the mammary glands. Rats have nipples in odd places. There are a pair right behind their... ( added 1 year 304 days ago.) |
How To Train Your Pet Rat -
Catherine Smith (832)
Once you’ve got a good relationship with your rat why not train him? It will add to his day immensely and it’s fun for you too. Hey you could even show him off as a bit of a party trick. The more people that love rats the better right?
Remember when you train your pet that even though you are... ( added 2 years 92 days ago.) |
Get Rid Squirrel, Put More Food on the Table -
Kevin Merlot (107)
Our first garden was a mess….initially. Interested in eating only organically
grown food and no desire to pay for the overpriced produce, my girlfriend and I
decided to grow our own garden in our back yard, free from pesticides,
herbicides, etc. We were happy to finally see the plants... ( added 2 years 100 days ago.) |
Are You Looking For a Cute Pet Hamster, What Should You Consider. -
Joe Slavin (36)
Looking for a cute Pet hamster? One to consider would be the black bear hamster due to its beautiful jet black fur and white markings.
Picture your Hamster Comfortable in a Nice Clean House.
Though they cannot see very far, hamsters become more relaxed and curious when positioned somewhat... ( added 2 years 293 days ago.) |
Guinea Pigs Home -
Lee Martin (255)
Guinea pigs have been kept as pets by
human beings for thousands of years. Archaeologists have even found
statues of them in Central America dating to over two thousand years
ago. Of course, by now, they have become familiar to virtually
everyone, though no one really knows how they... ( added 110 days 2 hours ago.) |
Pregnant Guinea Pig -
Lee Martin (255)
When caring for a pregnant guinea pig,
there are a lot of things to be careful about. First of all, it's
best not to let a guinea pig get pregnant at all. The females can
become a pregnant guinea pig as young as four weeks old, and at any
age for the rest of her life. Over a fifth of... ( added 111 days 3 hours ago.) |
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Guinea Pig Health - Simple Tips To Keep Your Pet Guinea Pigs Happy -
Dale Rogers (276)
Although they make great pets that seem to be easy to take care there are thing you should be aware of that affect guinea pig health. Diet, your pet guinea pig's habitat, exercise, and other factors all determine how healthy your cavy will stay.
To start with, your guinea pig needs lots of... ( added 125 days 18 hours ago.) |
Things You Need To Know About Pet Hamsters -
- Lamar Deane (390)
Hamsters are one of the more easier pet animals to care for, which is one of the main reason hamsters are so popular among pet owners. Hamsters make wonderful pets because of their cleanliness, availability, affordability, small size, cuddly appearance, often docile temperament and quiet friendly... ( added 359 days 20 hours ago.) |
Give Your Pet Guinea Pigs Some Excitement! -
Dale Rogers (276)
I probably don't need to tell you if you have pet guinea pigs how much they love to explore and how curious they are. But be conscious of the amount of time they are allowed to play and explore free of their cage. If they get just an hour a day or so, it still may not be nearly enough for them.... ( added 85 days 19 hours ago.) |
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