Small Pets & Exotic Animals

Hamster Care for Beginners: The Complete Guide to a Happy, Healthy Hamster

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Hamsters are frequently presented as the perfect beginner pet — small, affordable, and supposedly easy to care for. This reputation is partially responsible for the unfortunately high rate of hamster welfare problems, because the true care requirements of hamsters differ significantly from what most pet stores communicate and what most small commercial cages provide. A … Read more

Rabbit Care Guide for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know

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Rabbits are the third most popular pet in many countries, and it is easy to understand why — they are intelligent, social, expressive, and fascinating to live with. However, rabbits are also one of the most widely misunderstood pet species. Many first-time owners are drawn in by the idea of a small, low-maintenance companion animal … Read more