What Is Bumblefoot?
Bumblefoot is a common bacterial infection that occurs on the feet of birds, rodents, and rabbits. This means that pet […]
Small Animals
How to Trim Your Guinea Pig’s Nails
Guinea pig nails need regular trimming. This can be surprising for any new owners; it isn’t common to need to
What Is A Gerbil?
Gerbils are increasingly popular pets here in the UK. However, for non-gerbil keepers, there is a common question asked. What
How Many Gerbils Should I Keep?
Gerbils are sociable animals, living in packs when in the wild. Therefore, it is unfair to only keep one gerbil
How Big Should a Gerbil Cage Be?
You should have a minimum of two gerbils, so the size of your gerbilarium needs to be able to accommodate
Why Is My Hamster Shaking?
Shaking is a strong signal that your hamster is under some sort of mental or physical struggle. They may be
Do Hamsters Hibernate?
Hamsters pretty much remain in their cage at all times, so it can be difficult to know whether you need
8 Foods That Guinea Pigs Shouldn’t Eat
Since chewing is pretty much a guinea pig’s favourite past-time, these little guys would be able to eat their way
How To Make A Guinea Pig Cage
There are two main reasons why DIY’ing your guinea pig cage might just be a better alternative to a shop-bought
How Big Should A Guinea Pig Cage Be?
Guinea pigs are the largest domesticated rodents and need much more space than hamsters or gerbils. While other rodents can
How To Clean A Guinea Pig Cage
Guinea pigs are fun, smart and full of affection, but there’s actually quite a bit of work that goes into
Guinea Pig Behaviour: What You Need To Know
Since we can’t speak our guinea pigs’ language, it’s not always easy to determine exactly what they’re feeling or why
How To Make Homemade Guinea Pig Toys
While there are lots of toys out there that you can buy for your guinea pig, there are also things
Is It Okay To Have One Guinea Pig?
If you’re thinking of adopting a guinea pig, or one of your guinea pigs has died so you have been
What Toys Do Guinea Pigs Like To Play With?
To truly understand what toys your guinea pig will want to play with, you first need to know their needs.
Reproductive Problems In Rabbits And Guinea Pigs
By Dr Joanna De Klerk As rabbits and guinea pigs are becoming increasingly popular as pets, it’s important to understand
What Is Hamster Wet Tail?
Wet tail, otherwise known as proliferative ileitis, is the most common disease suffered by hamsters. It is a bacterial infection
What Do Ferrets Eat?
Ferrets are quite unlike any other pet. The carbohydrates and vegetable protein found in most fruit and vegetables can actually
Guinea Pig Noises & What They Mean
Unfortunately, speaking guinea pig is a skill that very few of us possess, and so unless you’re Doctor Dolittle, understanding
How Long Do Guinea Pigs Live?
The average lifespan of a domestic guinea pig is 4 to 8 years. Unlike hamsters and other rodents, you can
How Much Do Hamsters Cost?
For pet-lovers who prefer the company of smaller, and considerably cheaper animals, the hamster is a much-loved and popular choice.
Eating Guide: Rabbits
If you are a first-time rabbit owner, it can be confusing to know what they eat. Unlike the cartoons would
Guide to Indoor Rabbits
Keeping your rabbit indoors, whether it be temporary due to the weather or permanent because of living arrangements, can come