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Based on the AKC registration statistics, it seems that the Yorkshire terrier is becoming a very popular breed. Considering that Yorkies were originally bred in England to catch rats, they sure have come a long way. This onetime rodent catcher now finds itself keeping company with the stars and suburban families. Celebrities have taken a …
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Having hermit crabs for pets is not as easy as some may think. But compared to other animals, they are not that difficult either. One of the main components when having crabs for pets is the Crab Habitat or Crabitat.  Setting a Crabitat up is important and should be done correctly to ensure the health …
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A bunny cage is one thing you need when you have bunnies as pets. Placing them in a cage will prevent them from littering inside your house and also prevent them from eating the plants in your garden. You also have to have a bunny cage when you are transporting your pet from your house …
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If it is the first time for your pet to go to the veterinary clinic, you can help it prepare for it by doing several things. Visiting a veterinarian can be scary for a pet. You have to make sure that your pet is comfortable so that you would not have any problems once you …
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When looking into keeping a ferret, you may be wondering before purchasing the pet if it is possible to keep the animal from smelling badly over time. Or if you currently keep ferrets maybe you need help learning how to overcome and keep the odors to a minimum? Ferrets can have very strong odors, especially …
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Hermit crabs are hardy little creatures, but it is possible for them to get sick, especially if they are not cared for properly. Watch your pet hermit crab every day so that you are able to notice the first symptoms of a health problem. Here’s how to tell if a pet hermit crab is sick: …
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Guinea pigs will rarely recover from illnesses without the care of a veterinarian. Though few people take these pets to the vet because of their small size, it greatly improves your pet guinea pig’s recovery chances if signs of illness are recognized early and your guinea pig is seen by the vet. Here’s how to …
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Food costs always seem to be spiraling upwards, and pet food costs are no exception.  So it can feel especially frustrating to open up your pet food storage container only to discover a colony of ants is having a picnic in your cat or dog chow. Because pet foods contain a certain concentration of fats, …
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Did you know that you can litter train not only cats, but rabbits too? Rabbits naturally tend to choose one area to use as their bathroom. With a little practice, you can get them to use a litter box, making it much easier to clean up after your pet. This doesn’t have to be a …
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Making a toilet for a rodent seems silly, but it’s actually very easy to do and hamsters generally learn to use it pretty quickly if it’d done right. This method can also be used for rats and gerbils and another small animals. The first step of making a hamster toilet is clean out the hamster’s …
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