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When you are deciding on a feeding schedule and overall plan to feed various foods to your anole, will you ask yourself, "Can anoles eat fruit?" Whihc fruits (if any) are safer and how often...

No matter how much experience and wisdom I gain when working with reptiles, I’m always afraid of their bites. Do anoles bite and how much will it hurt? What should you do if bitten and how to...

I was reluctant to touch an anole lizard the first time I was offered to hold one. Are anoles poisonous? I wondered about this and also thought about the possible dangers of anoles getting near...

I see my hamster looking at me, but can she really see me? Are hamsters color blind? How strong is a hamster's vision? Can my hamster see what's going on outside or on TV? Do you want to know more...

You may fear for the worst when your hamster is sleeping all day. Are they sick or do you need some more necessary information to feel at ease about a sleepy hamster? I felt the same way when my...

Have you ever experienced the same thing I went through when my chinchillas wouldn't eat? Are you wondering how long can a chinchilla go without food & water? How often do chinchillas need to...

My chinchillas get dirty from time to time, but I have to restrain myself. How to clean chinchilla fur involves some tricky work that steers you away from traditional washing methods. Keep in mind...

Do chinchillas get cold in our homes?  How to tell if your chinchilla is cold is more difficult than knowing when they are hot. Allow me to explain temperature requirements, tips for how to keep...

Have you ever made unwanted contact with chinchilla poop? Is chinchilla poop dangerous? What should you do if chinchilla poop is abnormal or not present? What diseases can chinchillas carry? Are...

Chinchillas can become attached to objects. Why do chinchillas hold things? Are they exercising or learning? Do you see this happening often or would you like to train your chinchilla to hold on...

I kept cleaning urine stains off my shirt when trying to play with my chinchillas. Why does my chinchilla pee on me? One seems to do this more than the other. Are you seeing urine spraying as...

Do you hear the same sounds I hear from a chinchilla's enclosure? Why is chinchilla squeaking in sleep during the day or night? What do chinchilla sounds mean? Are chinchillas noisy at...

I wonder what my chinchillas see when they look at me, my phone or the TV in front of us. Are chinchillas color blind? What is it about their eyesight that makes them different from us? Do they...

Bumblefoot is such a dreadful occurrence that causes strain on you and pain for your lovable pocket pets including chinchillas. What should you do when a pet gets bumblefoot? What makes...

The drool I noticed under my chinchilla's chin seemed cute to me. Little did I know that chinchilla wet fur under chin leads to illnesses and could be caused by dental issues. I dove into this...

When my chinchilla slept through most of the day and night, I worried. I thought, "Do chinchillas hibernate?" I sought medical advice from a vet who taught me about torpor in chinchillas. I also...

It's time to talk about sugar glider poo and pee. It's like the elephant in the room. I've written many articles about sugar gliders on our site, but this one is really important. Defecation and...

Leaving my sugar gliders alone was a hard decision to make. How long can sugar gliders be left alone depends on a multitude of factors. Is your sugar glider alone? How many sugar gliders do you...

Caring for an animal requires some give and takes patience to receive the benefits of companionship. Are sugar gliders high maintenance? The following information will allow you to be the judge...

I'm a light sleeper. Are sugar gliders loud? If you ask me, I'll say yes. Don't take my word for it and see what more sounds they can make and what they mean. This article is about sugar...

Are you wondering about health risks associated with handling sugar gliders? Are sugar gliders poisonous? What kind of illnesses or diseases can they carry? Would you like to see a complete...

Have you ever tried to clean a sugar glider? Would you like to know how to clean a sugar glider without getting hurt, making them feel scared or getting them sick? There is so much to mention that...

A sugar glider bite hurt my little nephew. I warned his mom about handling them so early before they had a chance to bond with him. How much does a bite hurt most people? Does it draw blood and do...

Do you think your sugar glider is skinny? Are you sure they are unwell or would you like a second opinion? Why is my sugar glider so skinny when I feed him well? Did I go something wrong? I...

What is your rabbit trying to tell you? Do rabbits have vocal cords? Is there a way you can understand your rabbit's body language and other cues better? What if I told you that this article will...

My rabbits used to pee when I arrived home. Do rabbits pee when excited? Do you want to know how I stopped it? What are other reasons why rabbits pee where they shouldn't? In this article,...

I hear my rabbits stirring as I try to sleep. How long do rabbits sleep at night? Am I the only one who gets woken up by her rabbits? Would you like to join me and find out some tips to help your...

I watch animal documentaries almost daily. I always wondered how high can a jack rabbit jump and I finally have the answer.  I put this information and much more together in an article that is...

Rabbits take from plants and give back with their potent poop that acts as a perfect fertilizer. How to store rabbit poop for fertilizer depends on whether or not you wish to add it to compost or...

My rabbit is staring at me while I'm chewing on sunflower seeds and watching TV. Do rabbits eat sunflower seeds? Have you ever given your rabbit black oil sunflower seeds? Why do rabbits like it...

Fleas are my worst nightmare. They arrive on pets and infest the house if not spotted and treated. Can rabbits get fleas from hay? How did my rabbit get fleas? What are some flea remedies and...

My rabbit lives alone for now. He lost his partner a few months back and we have spent a lot of time working at home while keeping him close to us. Can a rabbit live alone? How can you keep a single...

The best way rabbits endure is by procreating in massive numbers. Can a rabbit get pregnant at 3 months old? What age is a rabbit ready to mate? How can you tell if a female rabbit is pregnant?...

I'm left wondering the same thing when I see my pet rabbit obeying my commands better than my dog. Are rabbits smarter than cats & dogs? My friend's cats seem to never listen to her. How do we...

My skink bit me. Do you think it hurt? Do skinks have teeth? Am I supposed to clean them? How many teeth are there? How do skinks use their teeth? Are they sharp? There is so much to answer...

Skinks are adjusted to natural conditions where they bask under the sun and receive plenty of D3 and other basic needs to regulate their temperature. Do blue tongue skinks need UVB lights in...

I was worried when I never saw my skink drinking any water. Do skinks drink water? What can I do to help make them drink? Should I give my skink a bath? In this article we will run through some...

I find skinks fascinating, but I understand why some of my friends are fearful. Are skinks dangerous? Do they contain poison? Will they lash out in aggression? Are there any warning signs? I...

I play games with my gecko at night. Can geckos see in the dark? I'll let you know what I do with him at the end of this article. What makes gecko vision so incredible? Find out how well they...

First time gecko owners may get spooked when they notice a massive color change in their pet. They may say, "Why is my gecko turning white and pale?" Could it be something simple, normal and...

I remember when my juvenile bearded dragon was having problems breathing. Why do bearded dragons have nose plugs? Do nose plugs help bearded dragons or hinder them? Should I remove them? How can I...

What is that nasty odor? Does bearded dragon poop smell? I've kept iguanas and geckos, but this is a new stink for me. Why does a neared dragon's poop smell so much worse? This article will...

I see blood on a female bearded dragon's anus and I think, "Do female bearded dragons have periods?" What are other reasons that could cause bleeding in bearded dragons? What more can I learn...

It sounds like air is escaping my bicycle tire or a pot of soup is sizzling, but it's just my bearded dragon making this sound. Why do bearded dragons hiss? Why is my bearded dragon mad at me? How...

I can feel my bearded dragon tracking me with his eyes when I creep into the kitchen for a midnight snack. Do bearded dragons have night vision? Do you also wish to know about their field of...

Reptiles have a perfect poker face sometimes and you may not know what they are thinking. Do bearded dragons have emotions? Is this a question of opinion or can we find scientific evidence? I have...

I've seen tails regrow on geckos. Do bearded dragons grow their tail back? Do you want to know what happened to a female bearded dragon who lost her tail? What are the benefits of tails for...

Strange and peculiar bearded dragon behavior gets us feeling like something is wrong. Do bearded dragons brumate with eyes open? What if I don't want my bearded dragon to brumate? My beardie...

Bearded dragons have a remarkable tendency to warm up to human companions compared to many other reptiles. Why are bearded dragons so friendly and calm? This article will help explain their...

I love this topic as much as I love my bearded dragon. Are bearded dragons smart? Am I biased for saying Yes? Can I back it up? Yes! This article contains so much information on bearded dragon...

I want more bearded dragons. I love this species of lizard. I'm nervous about on thing however. Will bearded dragons eat each other? Will bearded dragons fight? Why would one kill another? Can I...

The tail is the hardest part for my bearded dragon to shed. A bearded dragon tail not shedding can become bothersome for them and for you to witness. What can you do to help? What should you not...

I catch my beardie licking the air and sometimes he licks me as well. Do bearded dragons smell with their tongue? There are many ways bearded dragons use their tongues that I really want to share...

My bearded dragon enters brumation, or winter hibernation, during the colder months. He will become less active at this period. Do bearded dragons poop during brumation? How often should you...

When I saw a live worms wiggling in my bearded dragons' poo, I wigged out myself. Eek! My bearded dragon pooping whole worms really grossed me out. Why is this happening and how can I stop this...

My bearded dragon made a mess. A bearded dragon poop green and watery mess! What did I do wrong? How worried should I be about bearded dragon diarrhea that is green? In this article, we'll put...

If I didn't hear it, I wouldn't believe it. Do bearded dragons snore? It makes me laugh when I hear sounds coming out of my beardie. Should I be concerned about any of them? Is snoring normal for...

Is my bearded dragons trying to catch flies? The sight of a bearded dragon opening and closing mouth could a docile or hostile act. Could this be due to illness or is it a natural thing to witness...

When the neck of my bearded dragon swells up, I step back. A bearded dragon fat neck could be due to obesity, illness, or most likely as a form of defense and communication. This article...

My bearded dragon sits on my lap, watches TV with me and closes his eyes when I stroke his scales. Does this mean he loves me? Can bearded dragons feel love? How do you bond with them, calm them...

My bearded dragon hated me. At least that's what I thought when I got near him at first. What is a bearded dragon defense mechanism? Bearded dragons are territorial and defensive as they remain...

It's time to get technical with uromastyx temperature and humidity requirements. We are here to help you. Always make sure you are not overwhelmed with this process by utilizing the help of an...

What kind of reptile would you like as a pet? Do you wish to know about uromastyx temperament to decide how to care for them? I would encourage you to care for this spiny tail lizard if you have...

A uromastyx stuck shed could become a serious issue when blood circulation is reduced. It could lead to necrosis and an early death.  Soaking can lead to tail rot and other infections. How do you...

My uromastyx is lazy during the winter. Do Uromastyx brumate? Why, where, when and how do uromastyx brumate? What are the signs of brumation? What are the benefits? In this article, we will...

My uromastyx is inquisitive, doesn't care to bite, scratch or whip me. Am I lucky or is this normal? Are uromastyx friendly? If you would like to know about sizes, characteristics, essential needs...

When I noticed new spots on my iguana, I immediately started to worry. I asked around and searched about why does my iguana have black, brown, white, yellow spots on them? The answers I received...

Is Godzilla an oversized Iguana? Do Iguanas attack humans in real life? Why are iguanas aggressive when mine is so lazy and doesn't care about much going on around him? In this article, we will...

My iguana hates my dog. Thankfully, it's vice versa. What are iguanas afraid of? Are you trying to prevent them from feeling fear and stress or wish to keep them away from places where they should...

I have been bit by my iguana. I moved too quickly on a day when I was in a rush. Do iguana bites hurt? I can tell you my experience, but I will also give you some medical, scientific and factual...

My iguana gets moody. He has dark days and sometimes feels blue. Can iguanas change color? There is much to explain in this article about how iguanas change colors and if they can...

My iguana has suffered a few eye problems in the past. Some iguana eye problems are serious while others can be treated with a few adjustments to the enclosure, balanced food or...

You may never see iguanas pee. Do iguanas pee? How can they pee without us noticing? Are they holding it on or releasing it in special ways? The information is fascinating and worth a moment to...

Iguanas climbing up the side of houses is common in suburban tropical neighborhoods. Can iguanas climb walls? How do they do it? Why does an iguana like to climb? How can you discourage it? In...

I recently saw a couple of marine iguanas on holiday. My friend asked me, "Are marine iguanas dangerous?" I tried to reassure her, but have you see what marine iguanas look like? These...

Iguanas are warm weather creatures who suffer from bouts of freezing or death when temperatures dip outside of their comfort zone. At what temperatures do iguanas die? Have you heard of iguanas...

"Psst." Do you ever try to get your chameleon's attention with sounds? Can chameleons hear you? What is going on inside a chameleon's head to make sense of the world around them? Are you here to...

Sorry for the details, but this is important news for your chameleon. How often do chameleons poop? What do you need to know about chameleon poop and how will this make you a much more experienced...

My chameleon is not tired. He is not scared. Then why is he yawning? Do chameleons yawn? During my research and conversations with reptile community members and veterinarians, I found out many...

It's so easy to assume that all pets need water. Do Uromastyx need water? Is this a silly question or one that requires more thinking and strategy? How do you hydrate uromastyx? Do uromastyx like...

I saw a chameleon swimming in the water. What I didn't understand was the intense stress this caused. Can a chameleon swim? Do chameleons like water? What happens to chameleons if they get...

It took so long for my chameleon to allow me to touch him. It took even longer for him to climb aboard my arm. Do chameleons bond with their owners? Allow me to explain my experience, but also...

To me, it looks like salt stains. White spots on my chameleon made me worry at first until I found out the fact that I wish to explain to you today. White spots are not related to black spots on a...

Your home may not include any predators, but your chameleon may not know that. They are always alert. Do chameleons change color to hide from predators? How else can a chameleon protect...

Have you seen videos of chameleons fighting each other in the wild? Has your chameleon ever shown you an aggressive side? What could make a chameleon aggressive or is this something in their...

My chameleon bit me. It was my fault. Find out what I did wrong in this article. What are some warning signals for us to back off? What can we do to prevent chameleons from feeling...

Have you ever seen a hornworm? They are huge, but are hornworms good for chameleons to eat? What are some pros and cons you should know before you get hornworms for your reptile companion? In...

What to feed a chameleon depends on their age, species and individual tastes. Can chameleons eat mealworms? How can mealworms help or hurt chameleons? Is there a special way of offering them to...

Look closely and marvel at the intricate patterns on the body of your chameleon. Do chameleons have scales or is it something else you are noticing? The answer is actually slightly more...

Losing a nail hurts. Stress from losing a nail for a reptile could be disheartening for you and your chameleon companion. I realized there I needed share my experience with you and research as...

The beauty of chameleons lies in their skin tones and color ranges. Why does my chameleon have black spots all of a sudden? Find out what may have happened before it gets complicated. There are...

My chameleon doesn't move much when he is focused. He stares and remains fixed as a defense mechanism or hunting posture. I used to be worried at first. I thought, "Why is my chameleon not...

Step, wobble and drop. What’s going on with my chameleon falling over and over again? Should I freak out when my search results are showing bleak warning that my chameleon could be sick or...

Is my gecko invisible? Where do geckos go during the day? Daytime is when I receive a few visitors from time to time. I wish to show them my Tokay gecko and leopard gecko in separate...

The first time I saw leopard gecko white poop, I was shocked. What is happening to my leopard gecko and do I need to visit the vet? There wasn't enough information online and after a few phone...

A shedding leopard gecko is satisfying to watch when the process is smooth with one large piece removed after another. What if your leopard gecko is struggling or shedding excessively? Why is my...

I was nervous when I first heard about leopard gecko brumation. I had to be convinced that this is a natural and healthy way for some reptiles to rest over the cooler months during the winter in...

My leopard gecko is a picky eater. It’s frustrating to remove leftover fresh food in his vivarium to prevent them from rotting. This is why I switched to gut loading mealworms. Your leopard...

My gecko wants to be a chameleon. Can a gecko change colors like a chameleon?  Why do they need to change colors if they are safe under our care? Do you want some examples and explanations of...