Rabbits are not only adorable to look at but have their own extremely cute individual personalities, making them a great addition to any family. However, when you noticed your rabbit’s behaviour change it can naturally cause concern. In general pet rabbit behaviour is not dissimilar to their wild ancestors. As prey animals they are naturally […]
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Wild chinchillas are quite resilient animals. This is most likely due to their changeable natural habit in the Andes mountains, where they are exposed to extreme climate conditions. Under such a harsh environment the species evolved to be extremely hardy in order to survive. However, after many years of domestication and breeding, the pet chinchillas […]
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Just like humans, dogs can contract conjunctivitis, which is also referred to as dog pink eye. This eye infection is relatively common and dogs that suffer from allergies or skin diseases are particularly susceptible. What is Conjunctivitis? This infection happens when the membrane at the front of the eyes (the conjunctiva) becomes inflamed. Although not life-threatening, […]
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Just like with us humans, our pets can be susceptible to certain diseases, which in many cases, can be life-threatening, to both you and your pet. Which diseases your pet can be vaccinated against, depends on which country you reside in or indeed are travelling to. In the UK, many of the diseases are potentially […]
As with any insurance, there are so many providers to choose from, offering vastly different rates and types of policy cover. It’s confusing and can be quite challenging to know how to get the best deal. Does cheap pet insurance exist? Can you really save on pet insurance? You will be pleased to know that […]
Watching any pet be sick can be very distressing. However, with your cat, it is worth remembering that some of the reasons why your moggy might be poorly can be easily treated or not serious at all. On the flip side, there are times when a trip to your vet is the only answer for […]
We all love getting up close and personal with our pets. Nothing beats an evening cuddle and many of us let our cats and dogs sleep on our beds. Whilst this is absolutely fine and having a bond with your animal is very important, it should be remembered that your pets can carry diseases which […]
With rabbits able to live outside happily, they are happy and hardy little critters. However, even if they are looked after perfectly and receive all of their inoculations, there are times when Bugsy can be far from bright eyed and bushy tailed. If you have rabbits as pets, make sure to read over five of […]
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Our pets will happily nibble on any morsel of food they come across. Whilst chicken is okay for your dog and tuna won’t hurt your cat, there is some human foods that are poisonous to our pets. It is incredibly tempting to feed our pets tit bits from our meals, but it can lead to […]
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Sadly, due to their soft and beautiful coat, chinchillas have been bred and farmed for their fur. However, with PETA and other activist groups saving chinchillas daily, there are many needing forever homes. Whether you rescue a chinchilla or purchase one from a pet store or reputable breeder, these quirky and shy rodents have different […]
From Cockatoos to African Greys, pet parrots have been a favourite throughout the world for countless years. If you have the time, money, and patience, raising a parrot can be a very fulfilling experience. Undoubtedly, their exotic physical appearance is a factor in why they are so popular and it can be alarming when your […]
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