Hamster ownership can be a very rewarding experience. These adorable, fun, and inquisitive animals make for perfect pets thanks to their cuddly and engaging personalities and behavior. But when it comes to holding a hamster correctly, there are some important things to keep in mind. So how best can you hold Syrian hamsters? When holding … Read more
If your kid has been asking for a pet, hamsters are one of the best starter animals out there. They’re small, relatively easy to care for, and most breeds actually enjoy being handled once they’re used to you. The tricky part is picking the right breed, because they’re not all the same. Some are cuddly, … Read more
Key Takeaways Guinea pigs can eat broccoli in moderation – It’s a healthy snack with vitamins and fiber, but too much can cause bladder stones due to its calcium content. All parts of broccoli are safe – They can eat the florets, stems, and stalks, and the crunchy texture helps keep their teeth from overgrowing. … Read more
Hello. It’s Belinda. Some roommates get “grumpy” when it’s hot. I don’t mean anyone in particular. But I do have some advice today for grumpy humans. If your rabbit is going about their normal activities, that does not mean they’re being “naughty.” So if you are telling your rabbits to behave a lot lately … Read more
Today, I want to share the story of how we began our guinea pig product company, GuineaDad. The journey started with the adoption of my first guinea pig, Peanut, in June 2016. Peanut and her friend Tofu became the foundation of what we now know as GuineaDad and BunnyDad. Early Beginnings of Our Guinea Pig … Read more
If you’ve carried out any research on guinea pig bedding, you’re likely to have run into fleece liners. While other bedding options like wood shavings or pellets might be cheaper at the start, the convenience and reusability of fleece win over the hearts of most piggy parents. But even if they share some common features, … Read more
When a rabbit isn’t eating, it’s usually because they are very ill or stressed. Conditions such as GI stasis, dental disease, or chronic anxiety are likely culprits. Any of these can be serious problems for pet rabbits. If your rabbit ever stops eating for more than 10 hours at a time, they should be brought … Read more
Kennesaw, GA — The Georgia House Rabbit Society (GHRS) has joined over 100 rescues nationwide in calling on Petland to end the sale of live rabbits. Across Georgia, advocates have seen the consequences of pet-store rabbit sales — neglected animals, overcrowded rescues, and preventable suffering. This statewide release is part of The Rabbit.org Foundation’s national … Read more
Posted on January 10, 2025 by Abi Cushman A little while ago, I posted about Otis being my Drawer Bunny. He now loves snoozing in my desk drawer. It’s his little nest. Some people were wondering how Otis gets into the drawer since it’s always closed. So I took a little video. He goes underneath … Read more
With PICTURES and VIDEO. Want to detect one of the most common causes of death in ferrets before it’s too late? You can test ferret blood glucose at home! Insulinoma is caused by small tumors on your ferret’s pancreas that disrupt your ferret’s insulin production, leading to dangerously low blood sugar, hypoglycemia, seizures and even … Read more