A very cool blog about animals – domestic pets and wildlife too.
7 Things You Did Not Know About Ferrets Though the number of ferrets kept as pets is less than cats and dogs, a large number of homes in the United States own pet ferrets. The American Veterinary Association has estimated that the number of households with ferrets in the country is approximately 334,000. Although ferrets … Click here to read more
Why Large Exotic Pets are Not Urban-Friendly At first glance, the idea of having a pet tiger or crocodile sounds pretty neat. These animals are unique, majestic, and popular pets in many states. The reality of owning exotic pets is much different than the fantasy, however. Even in areas where they’re legal, large exotic pets … Click here to read more
National Pet Month The Benefits of Owning a Pet A survey by ExoticDirect on the benefits of owning a pet has revealed that happiness, love, and calmness are the three most popular emotions pet owners feel when stroking their pets. The survey run by ExoticDirect was aimed at understanding how exotic pet owners feel about their pets and included … Click here to read more
How to Get Rid of Your Ferret’s Odor Take time to smell the roses, they say. But with ferrets, that’s another story. Do you want to know how to get rid of your ferret’s odor, or at least minimize it? Here are some tips that can be helpful in dealing with this problem so you’ll … Click here to read more
Healthiest Food For Your Bearded Dragon Just like you need to get your five-a-day and drink plenty of water, bearded dragons need to have a healthy, well-balanced diet too if they are going to maintain good health. Just like you, bearded dragons don’t want to get a muffin top either, and that’s why they appreciate a … Click here to read more
Ten Fascinating Facts About Reptiles ExoticDirect pet insurance has collected ten of the most fascinating facts about reptiles for Reptile Awareness Day on October 21st. 1. There are four main reptile groups. Crocodilians, which includes alligators and crocodiles; Squamates, which includes lizards and snakes; Tuatara, which look like lizards but differ in their bone structure; Turtles. Turtles … Click here to read more
10 Fascinating Facts About Iguanas To commemorate Iguana Awareness Day on September 8th, ExoticDirect pet insurance has collected ten of the most interesting, funny, downright weird, and fascinating facts about iguanas for your pleasure. So put the kettle on and prepare to be amazed (or at least mildly interested) by these wonderful animals. 10 Fascinating Facts About … Click here to read more
Micropigs as Pets Have you considered micropigs as pets but don’t know enough about them? It’s important to do your research before deciding on any pet, but micropigs especially, as there are many myths concerning them. Read on for a few real facts about micropigs you may not have known. Micropigs as Pets 1. Micropigs … Click here to read more
Jamaican Iguana ~ An Endangered Species ~ The Jamaican iguana (Cyclura collei) is a large species of lizard of the genus Cyclura endemic to Jamaica. It is the largest native land animal in the country and is now on the critically endangered list. The Jamaican iguana was actually considered extinct between 1948-1990. Once found throughout Jamaica … Click here to read more
How to Care for Your Ferret Do you own a ferret or are you planning on getting one as a pet? Before taking your ferret home, make sure to do your research first to learn how to care for your ferret so that you provide a safe and healthy life for your little friend. It … Click here to read more