Pros and Cons of Rabbit Ownership

Like with any animal that you choose to bring into your care, there are a number of pros and cons to consider. Rabbits are wonderful pets when properly cared for but they do require a vast amount of dedication and...

Fostering for an Animal Shelter

Foster care volunteers provide temporary care for dogs on behalf of animal shelters. They donate their time, energy, and home to dogs in need. They also prepare animals for adoption through socialization. To become a...

Owning Multiple Rabbits

Having a rabbit as a pet can be a great experience. But rabbits are sociable animals and sometimes they desire more company. Choosing to get a second rabbit, or more in some cases, is a very big decision that you should...

Signs Your Bird Is Sick

In the wild, most species of pet birds are prey animals. This means that if they showed themselves to be sick, then they would get the attention of predators thinking they were easy to catch. Therefore as soon as you...

Should You Let A Bird Loose,

Birds can be expensive pets that require a lot of time and attention. Should your financial or health situation change, and you could no longer care for your pet bird, what will you do, Should you turn your pet bird...

Lifting & Handling Rabbits

A pet rabbit can be a wonderful addition to the family, but you must remember that they are not at all like other animals. Rabbits are timid and shy. When it comes to being handled or picked up, they are often not all...

Feeding

Dogs need vegetables in their diets as well as meat. In addition, some dogs also enjoy fruits. If you serve a dog fruits and vegetables they should be chopped up, as whole fruits and vegetables may be difficult for them...

Exercise

A dog requires exercise to remain fit and to prevent excessive weight gain that may cause health issues ( HYPERLINK “; ). The amount of exercise required depends on the dog’s age and breed. Most require one to two...

Pet Bird Pest Control

All pet birds will get parasites of one kind or another throughout their lives. Some parasites like fleas can transfer to other pets. Most bird parasites can be easily eliminated. Please do not use this article in the...

How to Get A Rabbit

If you have decided that you would like to add a rabbit to your family as a pet, there are many great places to find them. Of course you want to make sure your source is reliable before you hand over any money. Many...

Nail and Beak Trimming

A pet bird’s beak and nails will grow continuously thorough its life. Eventually, your pet bird is going to have to get the beak and nails trimmed. If you are a beginner at bird keeping, then it’s best to...

Euthanasia

Technology and advances in medicine has increased longevity for most dogs. However, there may be a chance of something terrible occurring, which may make the quality of life unbearable for your dog. During these times...

General Rabbit Care

Taking care of your pet rabbit is an important responsibility that must be fulfilled. Your pet counts on you to maintain his health and vitality. This begins with proper care and nutrition. Only feed your rabbit the...

Feeding Rabbits

Feeding your pet rabbit is an essential part of his or her healthy diet. The way you feed them is important as well. Your rabbit should always have a large supply of fresh water. Even if they do not drink it all in one...

Cost Associated With Owning A Pet

The cost of owning a dog is often overlooked. Owning a dog requires both a financial responsibility and time commitment. When you consider owning a dog you must include consideration of the expenses associated with...

Misconceptions About Pet Birds

Although birds like falcons, ducks and chickens have been domesticated for thousands of years, it is only in the last couple of centuries that keeping birds in our homes as pets has caught on. Many birds in the pet...

Is Your Bird Legal,

The feathered beauty is for sale – but is the bird legal, The illegal pet trade has exploded since the rise of the Internet, where it is impossible to police the billions of websites selling goods and services. On the...

Finding A Reputable Dog Breeder

Typically there are two types of breeders, casual breeders and reputable responsible breeders. Both breeders should use female dogs that are at least 2 years old, to produce litters. Puppies will not be ready to take...

Caring for Bunnies

Caring for baby bunnies is a difficult job that requires vast amounts of patience and love. A baby rabbit is called a kitten. You should only attempt to care for kittens if you know for certain that they have been...

House Training Pet Birds

It is possible to housetrain pet birds, but it takes a lot of patience and persistence. In the wild, birds toilet whenever and wherever they feel like it, so it may be hard to get your bird to change her attitude. Your...