Category : Rodents : Pets & Animal

How to Feed an Abandoned Squirrel

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Abandoned squirrels need a very specific diet to survive and grow. A large time commitment is necessary to provide the specialized care they need. It is illegal to keep squirrels and other wildlife in many communities and stiff penalties can result from keeping and raising wildlife. The most quali

Quick Little Facts About Pet Mice

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Choosing the right pet requires research and careful planning. Because of their small size, low-maintenance care requirements and sociability, pet mice are a popular choice for many people. Taking the time to learn a few quick little facts about pet mice can help you to decide whether this type of

How to Bottle-Feed a Chinchilla

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There are two ways to bottle-feed a chinchilla. If you have a baby chinchilla that is unable to nurse, or a sick chinchilla that can't eat hard pellets, hand-feeding is an option for keeping the chinchilla healthy. For healthy chinchillas, an open water bowl is dangerous because the small animal cou

How to Care for Egyptian Spiny Mice

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If you are looking for a pet mouse that is very clean, odorless, extremely curious and entertaining to watch, the Egyptian spiny mouse could be the critter for you. This breed of mouse originates, not surprisingly, from Egypt and gets its name due to the appearance and texture of the hair on its bac

Facts on Baby Dwarf Hamsters

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Dwarf hamsters are small rodents of the genera Phodopus and Cricetulus, some of which are popular in the pet market. Dwarf hamsters are about half the size of other hamster species, and are native to Asia. Baby dwarf hamsters are fragile and must stay with their mothers for at least a month before b

A Pregnant Rat's Diet

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Many pet owners aren't sure what to feed a pregnant rat. Since pregnancy puts significant demands on a female rat's body, she'll need a high-quality diet. Poor nutrition could put both the mother and the babies at risk for serious health problems later in life. A balanced basic diet, supplemented wi

Dwarf Hamster Care & Instructions

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Dwarf hamsters are suitable for children but also popular with adults because they're small, personable and relatively easy to care for. Pet stores commonly carry three types of dwarf hamsters: the Russian Dwarf, the Desert Dwarf and the Winter White Russian Dwarf. All of these types require the sa

How to Catch a Pack Rat

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Pack rats are rodents that tend to collect shiny objects, such as spoons, forks, gum wrappers, jewelry and pieces of mirrors. Pack rats, which tend to infest kitchens, can carry and transmit diseases such as rat-bite fever, salmonellosis and murine typhus. Catching these pesky rodents takes patience

How to Care for Guinea Pigs

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Guinea pigs make great pets for animal lovers of all ages. They're relatively inexpensive, take up little space, make a minimal amount of noise and still have a lot of personality and love to share with their owners. It's important to know the basic steps to care for guinea pigs to keep them happy a

Gerbil Cage Recommendations

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Gerbils are social rodents that weigh between 2 and 4 ounces. It is important to the health and well-being of your pet to provide the proper size cage and to clean it correctly. Gerbils are available in many colors, including black, brown , gold, orange and cream; or you can find them with a combina

Signs a Chinchilla Is Giving Birth

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Unlike humans, chinchillas don't have clear signs of pregnancy. Therefore it can be difficult to determine if a chinchilla is pregnant, which often leads to surprise births. Recognizing the signs of late pregnancy can help you determine if your chinchilla may give birth soon. If you suspect your chi

How to Raise Chipmunks

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Chipmunks, small striped ground squirrels, are active, independent animals that require a spacious environment and plenty of attention when raised as pets. These pets can grow to six inches in length and live up to eight years in captivity. While they enjoy foraging, climbing and other instinctual b

How to Care for an Infant Mouse

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You may find yourself with an infant mouse because your pet mouse has abandoned her baby or cannot take care of it, or perhaps you felt you had to adopt a pinkie (an infant mouse that does not have any fur yet) from the pet store. While many individuals feel mice are disgusting rodents, others find