Rodents are often misunderstood as “easy pets” or “starter animals.” This misconception leads to widespread mistakes in their care, many of which can seriously affect their health and wellbeing. By learning from these common errors, guardians can provide the safe, enriched, and responsible care rodents truly deserve. This guide highlights the...
Rodents are often misunderstood as “easy pets” or “starter animals.” This misconception leads to widespread mistakes in their care, many of which can seriously affect their health and wellbeing. By learning from these common errors, guardians can provide the safe, enriched, and responsible care rodents truly deserve. This guide highlights the...
Rodents are often mistakenly seen as “low maintenance” pets, leading many guardians to overlook their veterinary needs. In reality, guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and mice all require specialized care from veterinarians familiar with small mammals. Because rodents are prey animals, they instinctively hide signs of illness until it becomes...
Birds are masters at hiding illness. In the wild, showing weakness makes them vulnerable to predators, and this instinct carries over into life with humans. By the time a bird appears visibly sick, the condition may already be advanced. For this reason, preventive veterinary care and careful observation are critical...
