There's no end to it, is there? Your kids have been bothering you for the better part of a decade about getting a new pet, and for the most part, you've held fast. Pets are expensive. Pets are a huge responsibility. But you're beginning to cave in. It's just so hard to say "no" to your kids.
And so you're getting a new pet, but haven't the faintest idea where to start, like where to actually get a pet... Read more >
So your children have finally gotten you to agree to a pet, but are you and your children ready to take care of one? It's not only walks in the park and lots and lots of playtime. Whether you choose a puppy, a kitty, a goldfish, or one of those really cute ferrets, your pet will need love, care and attention in order to lead a happy, healthy life. Although taking care of a pet is often simpler and less costly than... Read more >
Dogs and cats and horses and rabbits and snakes and fish and birds...oh my! Does your home look like a zoo? Then this section is for you!
Owning different types of pets is a challenging experience, although certain pets have been known to form some wonderful and unusual friendships. It's not impossible for a cat and pet parrot to become buddies. It just takes a little work and understanding on your part... Read more >
Unfortunately, your pets are unable to tell you when they're sick. As a pet owner, you will need to rely on observation, intuition, and certain biological measures in order to determine whether your pet is healthy and happy or ill.
Fortunately, most pets give obvious telltale signs that literally scream in your face, "I'm sick!" You may see behavioral as well as physical changes. Your dog might start... Read more >
What kinds of pet supplies do you need to keep your cats healthy and happy? Many people assume that cats are independent and don't need "extras," an opinion that leads to unhappy and unhealthy pets. Cats are fairly low maintenance pets, but in order to keep them healthy and happy (and your house clean and fresh-smelling), a number of pet supplies are essential.
Fortunately, you can find the supplies you... Read more >
While dogs and cats still top the list of predatory animals we feed under the kitchen table, ferrets are quickly rising to the top of the list of fun, furry pets. Ferrets are not only cute, they're fun to hold because they're so slinky. Snakes are also slinky, of course, but most people like their pets to have feet and fur.
Keeping Your Ferret Docile
Ferrets were domesticated over 2000 years ago to hunt rabbits... Read more >
Rabbits are wonderful pets. They're quiet, don't demand too much attention, and are very happy being near you. Of course, like all other pets, rabbits do require special care in order to lead a long, healthy life.
Housing Your Rabbit
Rabbits should be kept indoors where you can control the temperature and the amount of light. House your rabbit in a cage. The cage should be at least five times as large as... Read more >
Whether you own a fish, amphibian, reptile, bird or mammal you can promote your pet's health along with your own by being alert to possible problems. Even if you don't own a pet or come into contact with one, you should be aware that many animals, vertebrates and invertebrates (e.g., snails), living or dead, could have an effect on your health by way of zoonotic diseases.
Zoonotic diseases are diseases of... Read more >