Category: Misc

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...

Rabbits are excellent pets to enjoy life with you in your home. It’s essential that you create the best atmosphere and understand what they need before they are invited to live with you. Rabbits...

Some sugar gliders are way to energetic while others may seem slow or aloof. Why is my sugar glider so hyper? Did we do something wrong? Should we be so quick to blame ourselves or think that our...

Are you thinking about temperatures becoming too cold for your sugar glider? Do sugar gliders get cold easily? We have experience with this and wish to offer top strategies to help you make sure...

Slow motion movements in nimble sugar gliders could be concerning. Why is my sugar glider moving slow? This was a big problem in the case of my husband's first sugar glider many years ago. Our...

Our female sugar glider knocked over a water dish and water spilled on the cage floor. Can sugar gliders get wet? After getting wet, she suffered from the experience where she retreated, refused...

Harry, our male sugar glider, was getting too excited and using his head too often to interact with his world around him. But, why does my sugar glider have a bald spot? His hyperactivity reduced...

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 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...

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...

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? Did they just...

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...

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...

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?...

Are you considering putting Guinea pigs and Hamsters together? Can these two pets get along? Or will they fight to the death? Here, I’ll teach you everything you need to...

Are you thinking to replace your water bottle with a bowl in your guinea pig cage and are wondering Can Guinea Pigs Drink From a Bowl? Is it a good idea to replace the water...

If you own a guinea pig, you might have noticed them grinding their teeth from time to time. Teeth grinding is called bruxism. There are a few reasons guinea pigs might do...

Is your guinea pig looking too big or too skinny? Are you wondering How Can I Help My Guinea Pig Gain or Lose Weight? Do you need to figure out if this weight gain or loss can be reversed or...

If you own a guinea pig, you have probably had to deal with foot spurs at some point. If you are new to the world of guinea pig ownership, finding spurs on your guinea pig’s foot can be a...

Do you wish to treat your guinea pig’s skin ailments with Sudocrem? Are you wondering if can you use sudocrem on Guinea Pigs? Is it safe for your cavy companion? In this article, we’ll...

Have you noticed your guinea pig’s pee is white? Do you know Why Is My Guinea Pigs Pee White and what it means? Is it something to be concerned about, Do you need to do anything? I...

If you have noticed that your guinea pig has cloudy eyes you will naturally be worried, and wonder Why is My Guinea Pig’s Eye Cloudy? what it could mean. A healthy guinea pig’s eyes should...

Has your guinea pig suddenly become tired or lethargic, seemingly for no reason? This can be especially baffling and concerning if your guinea pig is still relatively young and...

Do you know why guinea pig hoots? Have you noticed your guinea pig continuously hooting for some days? Are they trying to tell you something? In this article, we will help you identify...

Have you noticed that your guinea pig has just had something that looks like a nose bleed? Do guinea pigs even get nosebleeds or was it something else? Are you worried that there is...

If you need to know about guinea pig vomiting and gagging, and why your guinea pig makes gagging noises and what to do. Guinea pigs cannot vomit, but they do store a soupy mush in the back of...

Having a new guinea pig can be scary if they care constantly gagging. You worry about them constantly. Guinea pigs are known to gag or choke from time to time. Maybe this has happened to...

Guinea pigs are undoubtedly some of the best pets you can have in your home. They are easy to care for and gentle to be around. Guinea pigs are also friendly, and they offer great...

Every once in a while, you may need to be away from your furry piggy for a few days or a few hours. Like other living beings, you must ensure your guinea pig has enough food and...

Hamsters are rodents kept at home as pets. They are friendly animals thus suitable for school-going children. Apart from that, they are interactive and fun to be with. Like Hamsters, Guinea...

If you are looking into adding a furry friend to your home, you may want to consider a guinea pig. Guinea pigs live for several years, they are personable, fun to play with, and...

Did you know that hair loss is the most apparent sign of dermatological disease in rodents? Yes, if you didn’t know, a guinea pig is a rodent, just like a chinchilla. Noticing hair loss in...