Category: Rodent

Petting an animal that doesn't want to be touched could result in injury, stress and strain the relationship we have with them. Do hamsters like to be petted? How can I tell if what I'm doing is...

I don't know why is my hamster constantly standing up. Is he happy to see me or worried about something? What are some signs that can help figure out if this is normal, positive or negative? This...

Have you seen videos and compilations of hamsters being shot with a finger and playing dead? Is this dangerous, risky or acceptable? Do hamsters play dead or are they suffering? Find out what...

I'm really concerned when I see this happening to hamsters. Why is my hamster’s eye bulging and what are the my next steps to remedy the problem? Will the eye fall out? Is this in injury or...

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...

I wonder what my hamster thinks about me. Do Hamsters have feelings? Do they know how we are feeling? This is such a broad topic that is open to interpretation. Although studies continue to...

When my hamster had a skin sore, I was alarmed and upset with myself. How to treat a hamster wound also requires preventive measures to make sure this doesn’t happen again or often. What do you...

My hamster poops in different places at different times making it very unpredictable for me to set up a cleaning schedule. How to clean hamster poop depends on many factors. Let’s talk about...

Is your hamster making a mess in his position of slumber? Why is urine or the smell of ammonia coming from your hamster's location of rest? In this article, we'll discuss the topic of hamsters...

Does one of your gerbil pass away? Are you unsure about what to do when one gerbil dies? This happened to me a few years ago, Whilst its sad for us, its also sad for the gerbils left behind. In...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Many members of the animal kingdom hibernate, particularly during winter. Gerbils exhibit similar behaviour that raises a lot of questions about going into hibernation. Do Gerbils...

Gerbils are cute little pets, and almost everything about them is attractive and exciting. However, one of the most significant concerns of many pet lover is if the pet will develop a bad...

Are your Gerbils matured and close to their breeding season? Do you wish to know how to take proper care of your baby Gerbils when they arrive? This guide will take you through the preparatory...

Are you hearing clicking noises coming from your hamster cage, are you wondering what these noises mean, is your hamster bruxing? What is bruxing? How to tell? Should you be worried? I...

We all want our gerbils to be as happy as possible, you might want to replicate what they have in the wild which includes drinking out of bowls. Can gerbils drink water out of a bowl?  In this...

Are you considering using an ordinary sand to bath your hamster? Is it safe to do so or there are special sands designated for such purpose? In this article, I’ll walk you through everything you...

Is your hamsters sore or wounded? Will Polysporin do more harm than good? In this article, we’ll discuss if Polysporin should be recommended or applied on hamsters. Can You Use...

Is your gerbil shaking abnormally? Are you worried it’s a painful health condition? Here are some possible causes and emergency first aid. Why Is My Gerbil Wobbling The...

The issue of feeding and feeding habits is one of the most common debates among various pet owners. Can gerbils eat guinea pig food? If Gerbils can eat Guinea pig's food is a question you...

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...

Many parents get their children Gerbils as their first pet. To them, Gerbils can teach them about responsibility and how to care for pets. These small pets are often mistaken for hamsters. However,...

Which animal would you naturally go for when looking for a household pet? Most people would probably go for a fluffy dog or cute furry cat. However, there are other smaller animals that make great...

The use of sand in cages is essential for well-exercised, entertained, and clean gerbils. But there are a few more things that you should always watch out for in these situations. Here is a look at...

Gerbils are social animals, and they are known for living in pairs and groups of up to twenty. Can gerbils live with other animals? Gerbils housed individually may be prone to loneliness,...

Besides being adorably cute, gerbils also come as friendly and sociable little creatures to keep you entertained. However, while many people are getting interested in owning gerbils, most don't...

Gerbils are excellent pets that love to play, run, and jump. Do gerbils sleep at night or day time? When you bring gerbils home, you will find many places to keep their cage, which makes your...

Gerbils make excellent in-house pets for the family.  There are certain aspects of their care that you need to be wary of to ensure the health of your animal. What is poisonous to gerbils? Certain...

Owning a pet can be a breeze if you know what you are doing. Unfortunately, not many pet owners understand the type of animal they own, and that is why they either end up abandoned or sent to a...

With so many homes with small pets, it seems very likely that there are households that have multiple types of small animals living in them.  This brings up the question of whether small animals...

For families who are looking for a pet that won’t take up too much room, gerbils have been a popular option for years. Can gerbils learn their name? Not only are they easy to maintain, but they...

If you are thinking of adopting a gerbil, you should know the pet likes to chew on things. The pets do not understand that some of the things they chew on can be dangerous.  How do I...

Gerbils are popular pets in the U.S., especially among children. However, many people do not know what to feed gerbils. Can gerbils eat bird food? Let's find out! Can Gerbils Eat Bird...

Gerbils make great pets. They are curious and playful creatures, full of personality and really fun to watch. In fact, you may find yourself having to keep an eye on them! They are known to be sly...

Gerbils are one of our favorite sociable pocket pets. So, of course, we want to keep them happy, especially after the hours of enjoyment they bring to us. Can I give my gerbils toilet paper? Safety...

You may think something is wrong when gerbils drop poops as they move about. Do gerbils poop a lot? Are they scared or is it something to do with their digestive systems? Let's look further to...

If you, like so many others, love little furry animals, then you may have a gerbil in your home. They make great pets and, if their cage is kept clean, do not smell. Gerbils communicate using their...

Have you seen videos of gerbils splashing around in water? Can gerbils swim?  Are they accustomed to swimming or is this something they learn from life in captive care? In this article, we'll look...

Gerbils are fascinating pocket pets that are best kept in pairs since they are social, but people who have gerbils as pets sometimes run into issues with them fighting. Can gerbils kill each...

Gerbils are some of the most popular pets in U.S. households. These pets are small and do not require a prolonged commitment.  How long do gerbils sleep? In this article, we'll discover everting...

If you’ve ever been a pet sitter for a gerbil, you already know these fuzzy little critters will eat a ton of food for their weight. They also look cute while doing it, too. Though they’re avid...

Maybe you are already buying plenty of treats for your gerbils and wonder, do gerbils need hay?  Perhaps you have some friends who are giving their gerbils hay and wonder if you should do the...

So, you’ve just adopted a new Gerbil and are unsure where to begin when it comes to their food. Or, you’re just doing research to make sure you are ready for your new addition. Either way, how...

Gerbils were once a desert rodent, living in the sands of Africa and are part of the Gerbillinae family. They are social rodents we keep as pets, but can gerbils die of loneliness?  Gerbils...

When it comes to caring for certain pets, the number of pets you have can be an important factor in keeping them alive. For example, many types of fish can’t be kept alone without potentially...

As a gerbil owner, it's essential to know the signs of a healthy and happy pet. Understanding the emotions of a gerbil is different than that of a cat or dog. By knowing what signs to look for, you...

Gerbils are one of those cute, small animals that live in families around the world due to their small size. They can also be very alluring for little kids who want a pet but can’t have a larger...

Realizing if your gerbil likes you or not is not as difficult as one may think. Anything new to them at first will make them a little timid, but they have their ways to let us know how they...

If you are reading this, you enjoy life with gerbils. Do they enjoy you? Do gerbils recognize their owners? I often wonder if we're just getting in the way of their own bonding time with each other....

Gerbils are cute and social, fuzzy, and active and never seem to sleep. Can gerbils see in the dark? You can hear them in the night if their cage is in your bedroom. Let's see what they can see at...