Just like other types of rodents, guinea pigs are also at risk of getting mites and lice. However, there are some quick and comfortable ways of treating them. The best way to treat mice and lice in guinea pigs is going to the vet. Your vet will be able to examine the symptoms and decide […]
Category: Hamster
Hamsters are small creatures that are easy to escape. Keeping them in their cage can be really challenging. As an owner, you need to be aware of the reasons and ways to prevent your hamsters from escaping as they are safest when they are inside their cages. Let’s go deeper on each of the reasons […]
It may be a horrible situation to find out that your hamsters have eaten their babies. There are some causes in nature, though sometimes we don’t really understand it. Hamsters are known to be a very sensitive and in-tune with their offspring’s health, however, they can also do it as a response of stress. Get […]
Weight is a significant indicator which determine guinea pigs’ health. Losing weight can be a major concern for guinea pig parents. Many parents struggle very hard to find the causes why their guinea pig loses weight. When guinea pigs are born, their weight is around 100 grams. Then, they may reach their full weight within […]
Taking care of a guinea pig is not as simple as you think. It needs a bit of work, however, if you succeed to keep your guinea pig healthy, then you will get many rewards in return. A guinea pig may not be as vocal as other animals when he is sick, so you will […]
Hair loss in guinea pig can be serious and scary. If you’re lucky, you will notice some excessive shedding or obvious bald spots on your fur baby’s body. Diagnosing and treating hair loss in guinea pig are considered easy. However, there are some exceptions regarding to the hair loss in guinea pigs. Firstly, guinea pigs […]
Guinea pig is a popular choice for pet lovers, as it is an easy mammal to care for. It does not require a lot of money for its maintenance. However, due to its low-maintenance, some people may take advantage of it with negligence and bad hygiene. As a result, the guinea pigs are exposed to […]
Do you notice that your hamster is ignoring its water bottle? Then, your hamster might get dehydration. Dehydration in hamster is simply defined as the loss of water from the hamster’s body. The hamster may lose a significant amount of water through its urine, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating and drooling. Also beware of these common diseases […]
Keeping our pets healthy is our responsibility. However, we cannot avoid the possibility of our pets getting some illnesses. Similar to other animals, hamsters are also able to experience some diseases, such as elaborated in common diseases in hamsters. Another disease a hamster may experience is fur or hair loss. The condition of hamsters losing […]
Hamsters are adorable pets, yet taking care of them is as not easy as it seems to be. Due to their small size, it is very important for owners to take extra care for them. They tend to be healthy, but just like other animals, they can also get sick. If you’re a beginner to […]