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 … Read more
People generally know two things about chameleons – they are reptiles, and they can change color to match the world around them. In fact, these creatures are a lot more complicated and interesting than many people think. ExoticDirect has shared some interesting points. Surprising Facts About Chameleons 1. It’s Not Camouflage The idea that chameleons … Read more
10 Fun Ferret Facts Ferrets are exotic pets which can steal your heart in a minute. Once you get to know them, you will see that there are plenty of reasons to have them as pets. I have gathered ten fun ferret facts to help you get acquainted with them and to find out why … Read more
Handling Crickets For all you reptile owners out there, I’m sure you know how difficult it can be to keep your crickets alive long enough to feed your animal. More often than not, a good portion of them are dead either on arrival or soon after. The result is you have to throw out many dollars-worth … Read more
Bearded dragons are one of the best reptile pets. They grow to a modest size of about 24 inches (61 cm) or less. When properly cared for, they can live a long time with an average of 7-10 years. They are smart, friendly, and very personable. Most are very tame and can be held and … Read more
Can You Keep Halloween Moon Crabs as Pets? The answer is … YES! I was recently asked to write something up about Halloween Moon Crabs by a friend, Mary, who recently acquired one. She loves her pet (a lot!) and is planning on getting a second one to keep it company since crabs are known … Read more
Original Image: By Ltshears (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) or GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html)], via Wikimedia Commons Bearded Dragon Shedding Process You may be wondering what’s happening if you see your Bearded Dragon one day looking a dull grayish/white. He may be cranky, listless, or not eating. Don’t worry, it’s the bearded dragon shedding process taking … Read more
Best Reptiles for Beginners Owning a pet of any kind is a huge commitment. And having a reptile as a pet is no different. If you’re a first-time reptile owner, then you will want to steer clear of the iguana or pet boa constrictor. These are just not the best pets for the beginner. In … Read more
About Pet Rats The fancy rat is a domesticated brown rat (Rattus norvegicus), which is the most common type of pet rat and comes in a wide variety of colors and coat types. Domesticated rats are physiologically and psychologically different from their wild relatives, and pose no more of a health risk than other common … Read more
Yes, chameleons make good pets, BUT a word of caution: Chameleons are difficult to maintain, and new reptile owners should NOT start with this animal. Basic Facts about Chameleons The word, “Chameleon,” comes from the Greek words, “chamai” and “leon,” meaning “earth lion,” and they originate from the lizard family. Chameleons come in all shapes and sizes, … Read more