When my cat tested positive for the feline leukemia virus, I decided to fight for her. I read everything I could about cats and alternative treatments for cat illnesses. I found her a holistic vet. I’ve always admired alternative medicine, and I thought we could beat the odds. All my sources talked about diet, how [...]

It has been obvious from the day I rescued her that I am crazy in love with my Chihuahua puppy, Lulu. She has fit the stereotype of Chihuahua pets; stubborn, cute, fast, loving and constantly wanting a cuddle. So why would I want to take this darling little baby to obedience class? Because she is [...]

A pet rat stays in a cage; therefore it requires exercise and mental stimulation for good health. There are so many ways, which you can provide toys and enrich your rat environment. Rat toys are recommended. Rats by their nature make tunnels; you can provide them with tunnels from plastic pipes or let them make [...]

Like many other animals, rats have nutritional requirements that are different from other pets and more similar to that of humans. Regal Rat Oxbow rat diet is designed for adult rats’ only not young rats. Rats can get vitamin C from their body, but extra vitamin C might be healthy for the rats. They are [...]

Rat breeders are not likely to advertise in free advertising website or other media. Reputable breeders get their customers from word of mouth. It is easy to become a breeder; all that is needed is a male and female of your favorite pet rat and let nature take it course. However, there is more to [...]

What do you picture when you think about a rat? A well-bred pet rat will be calm and social with humans. Rats kept as pets are now becoming popular in many countries as they are losing their stigma. These animals make greats pets for children and generally for all people. If you are committed to [...]

Anyone who owns a horse or any livestock knows that expenses can be high. Paying for a Furrier and a vet, not to mention food, medicine, and accessories can run into thousands of dollars a year. Colic is very common with horses and there are times where the severity can lead to surgery. Surgery for [...]

Many say that pet rats bring bad image to the public relations department. If you intend to buy a pet rat do so, these creatures are fancy. First they are like little humans, they are social lovable and intelligent. However sometimes you can get odd reactions from them. The pet rat is clean; in fact, [...]

Talking about rats, I can say they are clean, social, and affectionate animals that are important to their owners in much the way cats are. They are playful, sensitive, and social pets, that can be tamed and learn many tricks. Something important about rats is that they need a maximum of an hour playtime outside [...]