Small Pet

Small Animal Diseases: Protect Your Family from Zoonotic Risks

Learn how to prevent disease in small animals. As a pet parent it is important to know when one of your small animals is diseased and how to treat it.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Summer Pet Safety: Essential Heatstroke Prevention Tips for Small Pets

Learn how to take precautions to keep your small pets safe and healthy during the warmest period of the year.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Small Animal Stress: Spot Signs, Causes & How to Help Your Pet

Recognizing the signs of stress in our animals and understanding some of the ways to help are integral steps in helping your pet. Read which behaviors are normal in small animals and which may mean your pet is stressed.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

How to Choose the Best Pet for Your Family: First-Time Guide

When you bring home a new pet, it is important to consider what type best suits your needs. Some factors to consider include the animal's size, personality and behavior.

Updated on April 1st, 2026

Prepare Your Small Pet for Power Outages: Keep Critters Safe & Comfy

Learn how to take care of your small pet and ensure their safety and wellbeing even during power outage.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Is it safe for my small pet to travel between two homes often?

This could be stressful to some pets, depending on their personality. I would suspect a prey-species such as a hamster would be more affected by the constant movement/change of scenery just because they may be more alert/aware of their surroundings. Whatever pet you decide to get, you will need an appropriate travel carrier to be sure the pet doesn't get loose in your car. Or even better, if your car is large enough to move the cage between the two households this may be easier on your pets so that the actual cage itself isn't changing regularly. Covering the cage with a dark sheet can be calming for some pets during travel, so they aren't alarmed by the light/noise on the trip.

Best low-maintenance small pet for a student home alone during school?

Hi Jack! I would recommend a pocket pet such as a guinea pig or a hamster. They are relatively low maintenance (you will have to change their cage regularly as well as feed and give water to daily), but are fine with being alone while you are at school. They are also great pets to have, I had a hamster growing up named Alvin and he was really cool. Good luck with becoming a vet in the future!

Got pet care questions? Bird bonding, cage size, heating, and litter?

Thanks for reaching out. Sound like you have a full house. 1. Birds will often bond together but continue to work with them in a quiet environ, offering treats to win and re-enforce trust. Toys, the radio or tv, can all assist with boredom. Setting up foraging toys so birds need to spend time looking for food. 2. There is no such thing as too big a cage. 3. Heating rocks are rarely approved for use, as they will eventually become faulty and get too hot, potentially damaging the animal. A heat lamp is recommended. 4. The bunny's litter box should be spot cleaned daily and full clean weekly. If you can smell it you waited too long. Good luck.

How do I get pet food and supplies delivered automatically by Petco?

**How does Repeat Delivery work?** ---------------------------------- - Get your everyday pet essentials delivered right to your door at the guaranteed lowest online price, you can save up to 20% off and free shipping on every qualifying order! - Repeat Delivery lets you schedule your favorite pet food and supplies for automatic delivery. No more last minute trips to the store - Repeat Delivery will ship your pet essentials right to your door. - All the products your pet needs on a regular basis are available. Choose from food, pest control, medications, vitamins, supplements and much more for all pet types. **What types of products are available?** ----------------------------------------- - **Dogs:** A variety of dry and canned dog food formulas, treats, pest control, vitamins and supplements, medications, waste pickup bags, select toys - **Cats:** A variety of dry and canned cat food formulas, treats, litter, litter box liners, litter odor control, catnip, pest contr

How can I track my Petco order for the pet mite spray delivery?

Shipping times can vary depending on location and product stock. You can email support@petcoach.com for further assistance. You may need to provide an order number or email address so your order can be tracked.