Posts by Anna

This is a tough subject because I have to bring up my first sugar glider who passed away. I was so upset and wondered, "Why do sugar gliders suddenly die?" We found out the reason and I hope you...

Are you wondering, "Can Sugar Gliders Be Kept Outside?" Do you want to create a perfect outdoor enclosure or take your pocket pet companion out for adventures in the city? In this article, we will...

Expect younger sugar gliders to bark more often as they are learning to interact with the world around them. What if your sugar glider is not a joey anymore? Why won’t my sugar glider stop...

I know it's upsetting to hear this, but your sugar glider can get fleas and multiple parasites like many other domestic animals. The next time the discussion around whether or not sugar gliders...

I don't use a heat lamp for my sugar glider, but my brother keeps telling me we should get one. Do sugar gliders need a heat lamp? This article aims to provide evidence for and against heat lamps...

This is a good time for my friends with sugar gliders to find out what does it mean when a sugar glider curls its tail? His or her tail curls up for many reasons or sometimes for no reason at all....

My friend named her sugar glider Twitch. I told her that she could help him stop the twitching. She asked me, "Why is my sugar glider shaking?" I showed her this article that explains the top 7...

Unfortunately, our sugar glider was having difficulty going to the bathroom. Can Sugar Gliders Get Constipated? Let's dedicate this article to constipated sugar gliders and try to resolve this...

When my sugar glider licked me for the first time, I knew that we had finally formed the bond that I was reading about. Why Do Sugar Gliders Lick You? It felt like a light scraping the teeth on my...

It's that time again to talk about guinea pig poop. What's the easiest way to clean it up? Can you vacuum guinea pig poop? Are guinea pigs scared of vacuum cleaners? I was nervous too when I first...

I think pine bedding for guinea pigs is a hit-and-miss topic. What do you think? Do you want to know if pine bedding is good for guinea pigs? It's important to dive deeper to figure out what kind...

One of my male guinea pigs was humping the other male. My brother was fascinated, but I knew this was a sign of guinea pig dominance. How long does guinea pig dominance last? Do you have to step...

“Sound the alarms! Call in the guards! Code Red: Guinea Pig Chewing on Cage!” Is this an escape attempt? Why was my newest guinea pig constantly chewing on her cage? She was placed in a...

I thought my chinchilla would be just fine without me for long durations while I'm at work. I was sadly mistaken. I was left wondering,” Do chinchillas need a friend?” We noticed that our...

I cried when our first guinea pig passed away. We still have two more and I asked myself, ”Do guinea pigs cry?” Were they grieving too? What happened to us may not have happened to you, but we...

I used to wonder what type of bedding can I use for my chinchilla? After hours of research and conversation with members of the chinchilla lovers community, I realized I had some great...

We had one chinchilla and needed to know how to pair chinchillas because we quickly brought home another. Do chinchillas need to be in pairs? We wondered this question for a while and discussed it...

Welcome to the wonderful world of caring for chinchillas. Here is your list of everything you need for a chinchilla. Let's run through the essentials and also discuss some of the optional...

Is your chinchilla getting too hot or too cold? What Is the Ideal Temperature for a Chinchilla? How can you cool down a chinchilla? This is an important article to help you prevent your chinchilla...

Do you currently care for a Red Eyed Russian Dwarf Hamster? Would you like to find why they have red eyes? Are Russian Red Eyed Dwarf Hamsters more prone to biting? When are they more active and...

Is your chinchilla refusing to take a dust bath? How long can a chinchilla go without a dust bath? Have you run out of chinchilla dust? Your chinchilla needs a dust bath as part of their healthy,...

Are you wondering why your hamster yawns when you are around? Is this a positive sign or something concerning? Why does my hamster keep yawning? In this article, we will explore 6 possible reasons...

Starvation or dehydration in rabbits are serious concerns. Are you wondering how long can rabbits go without food and water? I remember when my rabbit Roger, stopped drinking water all day and we...

It's truly unfortunate to see splayed legs in rabbits, but we should not be frustrated. Splayed legs in rabbits are not very common, but can be managed. Your rabbit can survive and live a happy...

My chinchilla bit me a few times at first. Are chinchillas aggressive? Surely, there is something you can do about an aggressive pocket pet like a chinchilla. This is the right article to help you...

In an effort to keep my house fresh, I use essential oils in a diffuser. But, what essential oils are bad for chinchillas? I try to not take any risks and relocate my chinchilla temporarily while...

My chinchilla used to dart across the room and this game of hide-and-seek was not fun. I was left asking myself, "Why does my chinchilla run away from me?" How do you get a chinchilla to come to...

Do you wonder if you're spending enough time with your chinchilla? Are chinchillas social animals? How much time should you spend with a chinchilla per day? Should you get another chinchilla to...

When I used to get near my chinchilla at first, he would push my hand away with his paws. Does my chinchilla hate me? This is a common question. First of all, let's just say no to that and find...

My chinchilla touches his face more than I do. Is it unconscious or for a reason? Why do chinchillas wipe their nose? Can chinchillas have allergies? Do chinchillas get colds? There must be more...

Would you like to freshen or brighten up the home, but worry what your chinchilla might think or how they might react? Are candles bad for chinchillas? A romantic dinner with your chinchilla and...

My chinchilla poops all day long. Can you use chinchilla poop as fertilizer? I hope I can do something productive with all these droppings in my chinchilla's cage. Would you like some tips on...

A major part of caring for rabbits involves assessing their diet and noticing changes in their fecal matter. It's important to know what foods to give rabbits with diarrhea. What do you do if your...

Congratulations on the birth of your baby rabbits. Now we ask, do baby bunnies need heat lamps? What can you do to help mama rabbit? What are the risks involved with using heat lamps? Are heating...

They say rabbits need 3-4 hours of exercise, but I don't have that much free time. Do rabbits like exercise balls and wheels? What toys can I give my rabbit for exercise and enrichment? How can my...

My rabbit is getting fat. Can a Rabbit Die From Eating Too Much? I know that we need to exercise together more often. He will motivate me as well. There is so much that goes into feeding a rabbit....

We all want our rabbits to enjoy the comforts of our homes. Can Rabbits Have Blankets and Towels? Are they safe materials to put inside a rabbit's cage? What are the risks involved? Do rabbits get...

Coyotes lurk around our neighborhood and are active at night. Do Coyotes eat rabbits? Is a coyote faster than a rabbit? Keep reading to find out 9 ways to protect rabbits from coyotes. There are...

I want my rabbit safe and comfortable, but I need this caregiving process to be simplified. Are Wood Shavings Safe for Rabbits? Is there a better type of bedding? Why would certain types of wood...

The thought of rabbits being caught and eaten is uncomfortable for me. Do Wolves Eat Rabbits? I try to not watching nature shows where rabbits are killed. Do wolves eat baby rabbits? Which animals...

Pee-ew! What's that smell? Is it bothering you or your rabbit? What smells do rabbits hate? What are the smells that you enjoy, but a rabbit doesn't? I'm currently drinking coffee and I don't...

A rabbit that is alone, in pain or missing you might need to vocalize it sometimes. Do rabbits cry? What kind of noise does a rabbit make? Do rabbits miss their owners or favorite humans? Do...

When a rabbit stops moving and remains completely still, it can get confusing. Do rabbits play dead? How can you tell? Is your rabbit flopping, in shock or genuinely and gravely ill? This is an...

Rabbits are not your average superhero. Can rabbits climb trees, fences, walls and stairs? Spiders, bats and even ants inspire superhero cartoons and movies, but are rabbits considered too...

You have arrived at the ultimate article to discover the differences between Male vs. Female Rabbits. These 23 things you need to know will be explained, but there are more lingering questions. Is...

My rabbit’s name is Roger. Do rabbits recognize their name? Is it the name he recognizes or is it just my voice and tone? Do rabbits recognize their owners? How long does it take for a rabbit to...

The word bumblefoot doesn’t sound nearly as bad as what it actually is. Let’s talk about how to treat bumblefoot in hamsters. This infection can range in severity and could be treated with...

Oh boy! A hamster that falls is no joke. How far can a hamster fall? Serious injuries can occur if the landing spot was hard or too far down. Will a hamster die from a fall? What could happen if...

Sometimes I think my eyes are fooling me. Do hamsters change color? Am I seeing things or is there a scientific reason behind this to back me up? Is my hamster changing color out of sickness or...

I see cute social media pics and videos of hamsters wrapped up in blankets and I wonder, “Is cloth safe for hamsters?” Do you want to give your hamster a soft cloth to nestle into, wrap around...

Another day with another fresh guinea pig pee stain on my shirt, skirt or pants. Why does my guinea pig pee on me? How often does your guinea pig pee on you, the carpet or sofa? Can you potty...

Lavender is one of my favorite scents and I’m a sucker for buying soaps, oils or candles with this calming aroma. Can rabbits eat lavender? I’m going to grow some in the garden and I’m...

I know that onions are not preferred by bunnies and can cause digestive issues, but can rabbits eat green onions? Is it the same thing? What happens when a rabbit eats green onions? Which herbs...

I’ve always wondered how catnip affects animals, but my bunny ate catnip accidentally and now I’m wondering if she will get sick. Is catnip safe for rabbits and can rabbits eat catnip? What...

Bang! Crash! Boom! Can hamsters die from loud noises? Mine looks a little freaked out right because a glass of water just shattered. Do hamsters get stressed with loud noises? Are hamsters...

We all need to get used to seeing this. Why do hamsters eat their poop? Is this normal or should you be alarmed? Why does my hamster pick up his poop? The nutritional value of hamster poop needs...

The squeaking I’m hearing is not coming from my hamster. It’s coming from the hamster wheel. Can you use WD40 on a hamster wheel? What can I use to lubricate my hamster wheel? Can you oil a...

If you love hamsters, you might want more than one. Will hamsters kill each other? Keeping them together poses all kinds of risks. Is it normal for hamsters to fight? How do you tell if hamsters...

My hamster’s wound is healing on its own, but I know that Neosporin helps speed up healing on my own cuts. Can you use Neosporin on Hamster? If you’re not sure, you’ve come to the right...

I want my hamster to be as comfortable as possible. Is fabric safe for hamsters? Can they nestle up with soft fleece or cotton to enjoy more rest and relaxation? What material is safe for...

Do you ever look at all the hamsters in a pet shop and wonder what happens to unsold hamsters when no one wants them? I try not to think of worst-case scenarios, but how long do pet stores keep...

I have an old hamster cage that I posted on social media, but there are no takers. I need to know what to do with old hamster cage. Should I throw it in the trash? Can you put a new hamster in an...

Goodnight sweet guinea pig. Do guinea pigs dream? Do they have visions of fresh grassy meadows and bountiful veggies and herbs? Do guinea pigs like to be in the dark? Are guinea pigs loud at...

I hear rumbling, gurgling and gassy sounds coming from my rabbit. Why is my rabbit’s stomach gurgling? I didn’t do anything out of the ordinary today. How do I know if my rabbit has a bloated...

I've got my rabbit eating fresh greens, pellets and loads of hay, but I wonder, can rabbits eat acorns? Are acorns toxic for rabbits? What foods are poisonous for rabbits? Can rabbits have tree...

It’s time to set up a rabbit cage. Size matters and we should decide what size wire for rabbit cage floor right now. Should a rabbit cage have a wire bottom? Can rabbits live on wire floors?...

It’s my dream to roam freely with animals without leashes, cages or enclosures, but is it safe for me, my pets and my property? Should I lock my rabbit up at night? Where do rabbits sleep at...

We care so much about our rabbits that we will do what it takes to supplement their nutritional needs. So now, in comes the conversation about salt. Why do rabbits need salt wheels? How much...

Why is it that people mix up the sex of their rabbit? Do rabbits change gender? How do you determine the sex of a rabbit? Can a rabbit be both male and female? There’s so much to learn about...

Uh oh. We just ran out of rabbit bedding. I’m asking myself, can you use newspaper for rabbit bedding? I check online, but I can't find the best answers. I diver deeper and pull out great...

I’m in a pinch and I cannot buy or make rabbit litter before I rush out to work. Can you use hay for rabbit litter? Is this wrong or cruel? Do rabbits eat hay in their litter box? Is hay...

My rabbit eats hay and is also adjusted to life with pellets. I know that hay is essential, but how long can rabbits go without pellets? Can rabbits survive without pellets? How long can rabbits...

Sometimes I see rabbit poop, scoop it up and everything is fine. Other times, I hold my nose and wonder why does rabbit poop smell so bad? Did I feed my rabbit something that caused this smell?...

Well, it’s bound to happen. Rabbits will urinate on us from time to time or have accidents on couches and carpets. Does rabbit pee stain clothes? How do you get rabbit urine stains off clothes?...

My rabbit goes out with me to the backyard and inevitably poops in many spots all over the grass. Does rabbit poop kill grass? The opposite might be true. Is rabbit poop good for soil? What will...

It's awful to see a bunny in shock and not know what to do. Do you wish to know how to identify shock in rabbits & get them out of shock? What causes shock in rabbits and are they dying? Can...

Rabbits need exercise and mental stimulation as well. Taking them outdoors for some sunshine and playtime sounds like a good time. Do you need to know how to take your house rabbit outside...

Does my rabbit love me so much or want something from me when she tries to get all over me? I wonder sometimes, why does my rabbit climb on me? Should I let my rabbit lick me, bite my clothes and...

I buy rabbit food and I wonder how long can I store rabbit pellets. They could expire and become toxic or I might be overthinking it and acting slightly paranoid. Do rabbit pellets go bad or...

Ouch! Rabbit tails are not something we should pull, tug or play with. Can a rabbit break its tail? This is what we need to figure out together. Are rabbit tails sensitive to the touch and what...

Sometimes I run out of hay for my rabbits and need a day or two to pick up some more from the store. How many days can a rabbit go without hay? Is hay absolutely necessary for a rabbit's diet?...

You would think that furry pets such as guinea pigs would automatically be affectionate. After all, they are so cute, how couldn't they be? However, loving these tiny, furry, gentle creatures can...

Guinea pigs are among the most popular indoor pets, especially in households with children.  Healthy guinea pigs, also called cavies, can be very social and playful with their owners. They...

Did you know guinea pigs live in the wild? Many different species still live in their natural habitat, but where these guinea pigs are found is the question. Where do guinea pigs live in the...

Guinea pigs are popular pets all around the world. In some regions, they are thought of as an indoor pet, but people in other areas tend to keep their guinea pigs in outdoor cages for some or all of...

A guinea pig is not a high maintenance animal and hence may leave you wondering how long you can leave your guinea pig alone. Dog owners know that they can’t go more than half a day or less...

When most people think of showing an animal affection, they imagine petting it. Guinea pigs are a great family pet that you would naturally want to cuddle, pet, and hold. They are easy to care...

Guinea pigs, like most domesticated animals, are a pet that is adored by many people. Unlike dogs and cats, however, guinea pigs are also the type of pet that requires moderate to the almost...

No matter what animal you choose, you need to make sure that you can give adequate attention to your animal. Getting an animal is like getting a baby, you have to take care of the “fur baby”....

Many new guinea pig owners question the impact wet grass will have on their furry companions. Guinea pigs love dry grass as a snack or meal, but wet grass is a different situation.  Can...

Guinea pigs are very popular pets for families. Lately though, they have been gaining in popularity on YouTube for their apparent love of water and ability to swim.  As pet owners, we are...

We all know that the most common larger pets such as dogs and cats do learn their name. But does this hold true when it comes to less popular and smaller pets such as guinea pigs as well? I've...

One of the most common questions among pet owners is how long their pets will live and how they can help their pets live a long, healthy, and happy life. On average guinea pigs live 5 - 7 years,...

Both guinea pigs and rabbits make cute and loveable small-sized pets, so it’s not easy to pick one over the other. In terms of care, diet and companionship, these animals are very similar. If...

Guinea pigs, or cavies, are low-maintenance pets. But they do need regular grooming to stay happy and healthy. Taking care of guinea pig nails is one important part of regular care and...