Are you curious about the hamster diet and food preferences? If you have a Syrian hamster, you might be asking What can Syrian hamsters eat? Those cute little hamsters will eat anything, however, not all foods are suitable for Syrian hamsters. In this article, we will cover what Syrian hamsters should and shouldn’t eat and how…
So, can guinea pigs stay outside? Guinea pigs, or cavies, are a member of the rodent family. And, have been domesticated for more than 3,000 years. These adorable pets were originally native to South America. But, are now entirely domesticated. If you’re considering getting one of these as a pet, you might be wondering about…
If you’re concerned about your rabbit losing weight, there can be many different causes. If your rabbit has lost 10 percent or more of their regular bodyweight, this can be a reason to speak to your veterinarian. For the most part, the most common reason your rabbit is losing weight is that their appetite has…
You have probably noticed that your pet hamster is most active at nighttime. Indeed, hamsters are nocturnal. But, Can Hamsters See In The Dark? Some animals are blind, like the vole, and nocturnal. As a matter of fact, hamsters can see in the dark… just not particularly well. They see best with lighting that is…
It’s not nice when someone looks at your beloved Guinea Pigs and says ‘Phew, your Guinea Pigs smells! Yes, sometimes guinea pigs do smell. This is usually not their fault, however! But why do Guinea Pigs smell sometimes? There are a few things that can cause a guinea pig to smell. The main ones are…
Despite their size, hamsters can be intelligent, sociable little fellows. They are highly alert, and reactive to noise and stimuli. As a matter of fact, music is something that hamsters tend to like! Just make sure that the volume is suitably low. You will want to take the genre into consideration as well. Some have…
Onions are full of antioxidants and vitamin C. This makes them a pretty healthy option for most people. They tend to be toxic to animals, however, and the guinea pig is no exception! In fact, for them, even a little bit of onion can prove fatal. This is due to the presence of a compound…
Most cat litters, with their different compositions, pose a risk. Clay, crystal, clumping, cedar, pine, or litter with zinc are some of the most dangerous litters for rabbits out there! When picking out a cat litter for your rabbit, you must use all due care. In this article we are going to look at the…
Perhaps you have seen a wild rabbit in a meadow before. They will hold very still and then, in the blink of an eye, vanish! This may lead you to wonder how fast they really are. How fast can rabbits run? Rabbits can run anywhere between 25-45 mph. This gives this prey animal a fighting…
One of the most adorable pets to have in your home from the rodent family is a mouse. If you’re an admirer of rodents, a mouse will be your best buddy. Friendly, active, and intelligent, pet mice can become great members of families. Can mice eat spinach? Similar to humans, mice are primarily omnivores. Mice…
There is plenty of company out of doors for wild mice. They have no reason to come inside looking for more. Rather, wild mice are attracted to homes in their quest for shelter, food, and somewhere safe from predators, where they can live. So we ask the question… Do pet mice attract wild mice into…
Tiny, adorable, cute, friendly, low-maintenance, and calming, all these words perfectly describe guinea pigs, which are undoubtedly the best creatures to keep as your loving pet. However, they can from time to time, just like humans take ill. Can Guinea Pigs sneeze? Respiratory problems are relatively common among guinea pigs. Frequent sneezing is usually a…
