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Gerbil Tail Fell Off

March 5, 2022April 15, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Exotic Pets
a gerbil hiding in their bedding

Oh no, my gerbil’s tail fell off! Learn more about your gerbil’s tail, why your gerbil tail fell off, and what the underlying issue is. Gerbil Tail Fell Off Did you know that your gerbils tail falling off is a fairly common condition? In most cases, it doesn’t indicate a serious problem. Learn what gerbil […]

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Good Snail Names for Your Pet

November 27, 2021December 21, 2022 ellen Leave a comment Exotic Pets
a pet snail on a pink flower

Looking for good snail names? It’s hard to find a good pet snail name. Check out these suggestions for a new name for your gastropod. I know that naming your new pet is important, but it can be tough to come up with an original and cute name for your little mollusk friend. Good Snail […]

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Keeping Pet Snails

April 22, 2021April 24, 2023 ellen Exotic Pets
Keeping pet snails can be one of the easiest and least expensive small pet choices. Find out how to keep a snail as a pet with these simple tips.

Keeping pet snails can be one of the easiest and least expensive small pet choices. Find out how to keep a snail as a pet with these simple tips. Keeping Pet Snails There are all sorts of exotic pet ideas you can choose from. Have you thought about keeping reptiles and amphibians as pets? Of […]

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Can You Keep a Chinchilla and Cats?

September 6, 2020December 2, 2022 ellen Exotic Pets

Can you keep a chinchilla and cats in the same household? Read these tips before you consider keeping them together in the same home. I love pets and we have had quite a few different types in our home at the same time. But, just like cats and dogs don’t always get along well, your […]

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Best Fish For Children to Start With

December 14, 2019May 6, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Exotic Pets, Fish, Small Animals
gold fish swimming in a tank

The best fish for children are those that are easy to care for and fun to watch. My father has always had a big tankful (or two) of fish. I used to have so much fun watching them swim and eat and hide in the little fish houses. The tank was like a wonderland for […]

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Foods Ferrets Can Eat You May Not Know About

April 2, 2018February 2, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Exotic Pets
Foods ferrets can eat that you may not know

Here are several foods ferrets can eat that you may not be aware of. We know that ferrets need a healthy complete diet. But, what should we be feeding our pet ferret?  Foods Ferrets Can Eat If you have a ferret or are considering getting one as a pet, it’s important that you understand what […]

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Keeping Reptiles and Amphibians as Pets

December 15, 2017March 28, 2023 ellen Leave a comment Exotic Pets
Keeping Reptiles and Amphibians as Pets

If you are interested in keeping reptiles or amphibians as pets, you probably have some questions. And it’s a good idea to get those questions answered before you make a purchase. Keeping Reptiles and Amphibians as Pets There are many different types of exotic pets you could start with. But, here is some basic information […]

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7 Simple Tips on Caring for a Chinchilla

November 10, 2017January 7, 2023 ellen 14 Comments Exotic Pets
If you are interested in a chinchilla for a pet, there are some things you'll need to know. Here are some tips for caring for a chinchilla.

I hope these tips on caring for a chinchilla will help you decide if it’s a good fit for your family. Have you ever wondered about having a chinchilla as a pet? It can be enticing to bring an exotic pet into your family. But, it’s important that you do enough research to understand whether […]

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Caring for an Exotic Pet

October 27, 2017March 28, 2023 ellen 8 Comments Exotic Pets
When you consider what is involved in caring for an exotic pet, you'll soon realize that there is quite a bit of variation in the care involved in different species.

When you consider what is involved in caring for an exotic pet, you’ll soon realize that there is quite a bit of variation in the care involved in different species. Here are some basic care tips for various exotic pets you should consider before you make your decision.  Caring for an Exotic Pet When considering […]

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Can You Keep a Monkey as a Pet?

October 21, 2017May 6, 2023 ellen 14 Comments Exotic Pets
Can you keep a monkey as a pet?

Have you wondered if you can keep a monkey as a pet? There is no straight “yes or no” answer to this – it depends on many things, from local laws to your household dynamic. But generally speaking, yes, you can keep a monkey as a pet; but that doesn’t mean you should.  Can You […]

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