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Guinea Pigs are social companion animals that require daily interaction. They communicate by making various sounds that have different meanings, and “popcorn” or jump in the air when happy. Includes Hairless Guinea Pigs.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Chinchillas have an inquisitive and gentle nature, but also have a lot of energy. Learn about the care and supply needs for pet chinchillas.
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Get to know your pet rabbit by understanding the signs of both a healthy and sick rabbit.
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Whether you’re picking a name for your furry friend or you’ve decided to raise two hamsters together it's important to know if your hamster is a male or female.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Wondering if you can give your hamster a bath? Not sure how to properly clean your hamster cage? These tips will help you keep your hamster and their habitat clean and comfortable.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Have you considered a guinea pig? Guinea pigs are relatively affordable pets and are considered a good companions and social. But, bear in mind that guinea pigs do best when paired with another guinea pig of the same sex, which can increase your costs. The guinea pigs need a large cage to live in, which usually cost less than $50. Bedding, food and toys can get pricey, but you can save by purchasing fresh veggies on sale.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
I would be suspicious that there may a significant birth defect internally preventing her from developing normally. At 6months she is unlikely to catch up with the others and should not be used for breeding as the additional strain could be too much for her
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Thanks for reaching out about Cookie and including photos. Placing in a small cage would help prevent complications. Rear limb paresis (weakness) is not uncommon in aging rats. Providing soft substrate such as old towels/T-shirts works well. Allowing time out for exercise is still important. Anti-inflammatory medications could prevent progression of paresis, but a veterinary visit is needed to prescribe. Good luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Poor Kiddy, unfortunately it looks like she may have a neurological infection or injured her spine and developed incontinence as a result. A full physical exam is required urgently to determine the extent of her condition
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Hi, thanks for using Boop by Petco. He is pretty small but definitely not a newborn. He looks like a Dutch. They are usually weaned from the mother at 4 weeks of age and I think he looks close to that but honestly, it is hard for me to say for sure. That being said, at weaning, it is best to keep all the kits together for a few weeks to minimize stress. I don't think that happened here. I suggest you try bottle feeding some KMR kitten milk replacer and offer some alfalfa hay and some pellets. Once he is an adult you need to stop the alfalfa and use timothy hay or orchard grass hay. Offer all of this and let him choose and see what he eats. Hopefully he will eat something. If he is not interested in eating anything you will need to find a way to get him to the vet sooner. You can get the KMR and bottles at any large pet store (like Petco). Walmart may even have it. I suggest Oxbow hay and pellets. You can usually find them at Petco but you may have to order online. ( https:
Updated on August 12th, 2025