Your new pet is your new baby, and one of the most fun things to do is to come up with a name for the new member of your household! Unlike human names, you can be a little more creative with a pet name, because you don’t have to worry about it being teased on the playground or how their name might affect their future careers. [Read more…]
Learning To Hold Guinea Pigs
Guinea Pigs are wonderful pets – cute and cuddly and they are simply adored by children. Their calm temperament means parents trust even their young children with pet guinea pigs. However, guinea pigs are as gentle as they look, with very delicate bones and have to be handled very carefully. Here is a quick guide to learning the correct way of handling guinea pigs. [Read more…]
Hamster Health Issues
With regular handling, hamsters are very friendly and inquisitive, each with its own unique personality. They are rarely ill except when very old and ready to leave us but there are a couple of diseases you should be especially aware of: [Read more…]
Is A Guinea Pig Right For You?
If you are thinking about getting a pet for your home, you might want to consider a guinea pig. Guinea pigs, also called cavies, are lovable furry little critters that will bring you a lot of joy. In addition, guinea pigs can be a perfect first pet for children because they are easy to care for and more cuddly than a hamster and or fish. Here is some more information to help you determine whether a guinea pig is the right pet for you. [Read more…]
The Beauty Of Owning A Ferret
When it comes to getting ourselves or our children a pet, most of us think of a playful puppy or fuzzy kitty, but chances are few of us think about “adopting” a ferret. Yet, according to experts these curious creatures are quite fun-loving and lovable. Not to mention that they adapt fairly well to apartment living making them “ideal” if you’re looking for a pet that’s easy to take care of. [Read more…]