When considering what to feed your hamster, we need to think about what’s good and bad for their health. From Jerry, the spunky mouse, to Ratatouille’s Remy the rat, movies and cartoons tell us that all rodents love cheese — and most do. But can hamsters eat cheese? In small, controlled amounts, yes, hamsters can … Read more
Axolotls are strange looking amphibians and not many people know what they eat. They look like something caught between a fish and a lizard with their tail and four legs. To complicate things further, they live their entire lives in water! So, what food would you give this oddity? Axolotls are carnivores and need a … Read more
Axolotl are unique creatures that make fascinating and friendly pets. They are also relatively inexpensive and easy to care for when it comes to exotic animals. But exactly how much can you expect to spend when you decide to bring home an axolotl? Read on for our complete axolotl cost guide, starting with the price … Read more
Axolotl are cute and friendly amphibians from the salamander family that make excellent exotic aquarium pets. Active and curious creatures, they also have a distinctive appearance, so watching them grow and thrive is a rewarding experience. But in order to thrive, your new pet needs the right habitat. This all starts with the right axolotl … Read more
Keeping chickens is a rewarding experience. Not only do they produce tasty eggs for the kitchen table, but chickens have surprisingly vibrant personalities and are very social animals. They can quickly start to feel like a member of the family. But while a tiny chicken running around the backyard might seem like no problem at … Read more
You may have heard that raisins are bad for animals but have seen birds pick at berries and grapes in the garden or on TV, which got you wondering: can my chickens eat raisins, too? The simple answer is yes, they can, in moderation. Raisins are tasty snacks for humans, the perfect bite of sweet … Read more
Have you come across the irresistible-ness of a chinchilla’s face and instantly fallen in love? We have! This fluffy-faced furball has stolen hearts around the world and left many people asking: How much are chinchillas? But chinchillas are exotic pets, so aren’t they meant to be crazy expensive to keep? We thought so too, until … Read more
How long a dwarf hamster will live depends on a variety of factors. There are two halves to a dwarf hamster’s lifespan: one half is genetics and the other is the quality of care they receive right from birth. On average, dwarf hamsters live for 1.5 to three years. As owners, no matter how much … Read more
If you find your hamster in a deep sleep, with a barely detectable heartbeat and breathing, you might be understandably worried. They’re probably in a state of torpor, which is a kind of emergency hibernation they use when it’s too cold or food is scarce. While torpor is a natural adaptation, it’s a rare occurrence … Read more
If you’re considering adopting a baby iguana, you will probably encounter a tiny lizard with a long tail that looks like it will make a cute pet for your terrarium. But iguanas are among the largest lizards in the world and they grow quickly. By the time they are six months old, they might be … Read more