• Why Are Pet Land Hermit Crabs So Popular?

    Updated: 2010-08-30 15:18:23
    Pet land hermit crabs are becoming increasingly popular amongst people looking for something that isn't your normal run of the mill cat, dog, rabbit or guinea pig. They do in fact make great pets and there are several reasons for their growing popularity. So if you are looking to join an elite group of people who keep these little critters as pets then read on as you might find this interesting!

  • Learning How to Harvest Honey - Lessons in Beekeeping

    Updated: 2010-08-27 21:42:27
    Have you ever wondered how people learned to be beekeepers? It doesn't seem like the most natural practice to take up, and certainly not a safe one. People first learned to harvest honey from bees by observing the behavior of bears.

  • What Do Hermit Crabs Eat? - The Answer Might Surprise You

    Updated: 2010-08-26 21:54:49
    I guess if you are reading this article, you are already considering having a hermit crab as a pet right! Well if you are, then you could certainly do a lot worse! As well as being inexpensive to look after you might be surprised to know that their eating habits are certainly less than exotic. So in order to answer the question "what do hermit crabs eat?" let's have a look at what they consume in their natural environment. You see, if you can understand this, then feeding them becomes easy and, more importantly, inexpensive!

  • 4 Things to Consider When Setting Up a Reptile Vivaruim

    Updated: 2010-08-26 21:44:40
    A reptile vivarium is used to simulate a ecosystem for the relevant species that is going to be contained within. Many things need to be taken into consideration to make this happen.

  • Improving Ferret Lifespan

    Updated: 2010-08-26 21:40:57
    Ferrets are domestic mammals that are gaining much popularity as pets in countries where it is legal to domesticate them. There are still some countries that do not permit the domestication of these animals. Ferrets are crepuscular, which means they need to sleep a lot, at least 14-18 hours in a day. They are most active around the hours of dusk and dawn. It is not easy to care of these pets because they're not like the usual domesticated animals such as cats and dogs.

  • Build a Rabbit Cage

    Updated: 2010-08-26 19:35:54
    A new pet is a thrilling thing especially when the pet is soft and adorable. Many people love adopting bunnies for their residence and some even like to construct a rabbit cage to welcome the new member of the family. Choosing to create a residing house in your pet is a good way to bond with the animal.

  • Getting the Most From Your Beekeeping Guide

    Updated: 2010-08-26 17:33:05
    For most beekeepers, the primary reason they keep bees is to collect their honey - either for their own use or to sell for a profit. Just because you are passionate about beekeeping, doesn't mean that you should go into this business without knowing a few essential things about working with bees and collecting honey.

  • Cures For Ferret Adrenal Disease

    Updated: 2010-08-26 14:20:21
    Ferret adrenal disease is a condition that affects the adrenal gland of the ferret. It is extremely common among American domesticated ferrets and is characterized by hair loss. The disease is common in ferrets that are above the age of two years.

  • How to Not Get Stung When Working With Your Bees

    Updated: 2010-08-26 01:04:10
    What's the biggest fear people have when they start working with bees? That's right, getting stung. There are a few simple things that you can do to help prevent this from happening to you, and the most important one is learning how to properly care for your beekeeper suit. Knowing a thing or two about bee behavior will also go a long way towards keeping you safe.

  • Dress Your Ferrets in Cute Ferret's Clothes

    Updated: 2010-08-25 21:32:05
    Many people nowadays are aware of clothing their pets. Dogs, cats and ferrets dress up in clothes for walks or outings or even when at home. Ferrets in particular, deserve pampering. You can buy special ferrets clothes at stores or online. Better still, you could stitch clothes at home with little effort.

  • Essential Beekeeping Supplies For a Happy Hive

    Updated: 2010-08-25 21:30:03
    Whether you are a novice beekeeper or a professional with years of experience, it is important to have the proper equipment in order to manage and care for yourself and your bee colony. Although beekeeping can be an enjoyable hobby and a profitable one, the right supplies allow for not only your physical safety but the bees as well. Knowing what you need before you venture forth will increase the likelihood that you and your bees will both be happy and you will reap the rewards of their tasty honey.

  • 5 Top Tips For Feeding a Hermit Crab

    Updated: 2010-08-24 20:25:16
    In the wild, land hermit crabs feed on a variety of foods such as dropped fruit, tree bark, plants and grasses and food that has been washed on to the shore. They locate their food by a combination of watching other crabs and by using their antennae to sniff it out. Feeding your pet crustacean in captivity isn't as difficult as you guys may think and, provided you follow a few guidelines, your pet should stay happy and well nourished. These crabs are, like people, omnivorous, meaning they eat both plant and animal matter. The following five pointers should help, if you have recently purchased one of these little guys, and are a little unsure what to feed him.

  • Choosing the Best Hive For Your Bee Colony

    Updated: 2010-08-24 17:43:09
    As you make plans to begin keeping bees, it is important to determine what type of bee hive you would like to use. There are two main types of hives, the Langstroth hive and the Top-Bar hive.

  • How Not to Kill Your Bees When Starting Your First Beehive

    Updated: 2010-08-24 16:25:34
    Beekeeping has a long history and is enjoyed as a hobby as well as a profitable business. It is commonly understood as the controlled raising of bees in hives as a way to gather honey. There are many benefits to beekeeping beyond enjoying fresh honey including, the development and growth of healthy crops and gardens and keeping the population of more aggressive wasps and hornets low. However, it is very important to educate yourself on the many aspects in proper beekeeping to fully enjoy all its benefits and allow for the safety and well being of individuals in your area as well as the bees.

  • Leopards - Majestic Felines

    Updated: 2010-08-24 06:48:06
    An old Swahili proverb says that "What belongs to a lion, not even a leopard can take away." There is no doubt that the lion is a bigger feline and more powerful than a leopard but the leopard, being more adaptable, has managed to adapt to a wider range of habitat and it has spread on 2 continents. The leopard is a big feline with a huge success all over the world.

  • The 5 Steps to Ferret Care Success

    Updated: 2010-08-24 04:22:19
    If you own a fuzzy you probably want to be the best owner you can. Which means you'll need a thorough understanding of awesome ferret care. Below you'll find the 5 basics of awesome ferret care.

  • Cavy Cages - How to Build a Cubes and Coroplast Cage

    Updated: 2010-08-23 20:43:11
    Finding cavy cages in the pet store or department store that are large enough to give your guinea pigs a healthy and comfortable environment is not an easy task. Almost all manufactured rodent cages fall short when it comes to providing enough space for a full-grown adult cavy. It is for this reason that many people these days are turning to do-it-yourself guinea pig cage projects to provide adequate housing for their pets.

  • 6 Basics About Honey Bees Beekeeping

    Updated: 2010-08-23 15:52:43
    Scientifically speaking, out of the 20,000 various species of bees, only 7 or so are honey bees. Honey bees beekeeping requires that one stays abreast with all the details about beekeeping. There are 6 basics about honey bees beekeeping that are usually the most important in the practice.

  • Beekeeping Information For Beginners

    Updated: 2010-08-23 14:16:09
    The desire to take part in beekeeping as a practice can be quite overwhelming especially if one is enthusiastic about beekeeping. However, there is need to have the right Information at one's disposal before they can begin the practice. As a matter of fact, the right beekeeping information could define the success of failure of one's attempts at beekeeping.

  • Essential Facts on the Care of Exotic Animals

    Updated: 2010-08-20 22:23:33
    Care for exotic animals is not easy as it seems. First of all, they need to be treated and be pampered just the same as how they have lived their life in the wild. They still need to adapt to human life unlike domestic animals like dogs and cats which have already been used to the lifestyle of humans. If you are greatly concerned on preserving exotic animals, let the experts take care of them for they already know the basics on how to care for wild animals.

  • Cages For Guinea Pigs - Why All the Fuss About C&C Cages?

    Updated: 2010-08-20 21:35:35
    If you have searched online for cages for guinea pigs recently, you may have noticed that a new and different type of cage technology seems to be popping up everywhere. This innovative type of cavy cage is called the "cubes and Coroplast cage" or more commonly - the C&C cage.

  • Tips For Ferret Breeding at Home

    Updated: 2010-08-20 14:53:16
    Ferret breeding is not an easy task and if you have seriously taken on the responsibility you have to be ready to show some dedication. The process is difficult and you may have to be prepared to spend some money as well, but if you are absolutely sincere you can successfully breed ferret at home. A few tips that can go a long way in ferret breeding are listed below.

  • The Pros and Cons of Keeping Rabbits As Pets

    Updated: 2010-08-19 14:09:26
    Rabbits are a popular choice of pets for people all over the world and there are many reasons why people love to keep them around. First of all rabbits are very small in size and therefore they don't require a lot of space for their upkeep. Because of their size, children find them convenient to be around as they are not intimidating. Another good thing about rabbits is their appearance.

  • Tips in Choosing a Pet Hamster

    Updated: 2010-08-18 20:37:28
    Hamsters are nocturnal rodents ideal for those who work or go to school during daytime either young or old adults. They are tired and most of the time asleep during daytime because their energy is higher during night time.

  • Tips in Choosing a Pet Guinea Pig

    Updated: 2010-08-18 19:47:31
    If you work or go to school the whole day who likes to have a pet but still undecided on what pet will you be choosing, a guinea pig is best for you. They likes to be alone in the day since most of them are inactive during daytime but still can survive for as long as they are with another guinea pig companion.

  • Miniature Pet Pigs - Why Are They Such Popular Pets?

    Updated: 2010-08-17 17:25:11
    Miniature pigs have been popular pets since potbellied pigs were introduced to the United States and Europe from Asia nearly 50 years ago. Since then, selective breeding has been creating smaller and smaller lines of pigs in an attempt to create the perfect pet pig. The result is some of the cutest, most adorable pets around.

  • Hermit Crabs Can Be Fun, Too

    Updated: 2010-08-16 17:47:25
    You don't have to keep ordinary fish if you want to be comfortable at the end of the day and get your cut of calmness as you can also keep hermit crabs, which are also very challenging and fun. In fact, more and more people have started keeping hermit crabs in their bedrooms and there haven't been any complaints so far, at least fro what we know.

  • Feeding Hedgehogs

    Updated: 2010-08-16 16:13:49
    African Pygmy Hedgehogs are the newest pet craze. We have recently acquired one, and here I give some pointers on how to feed them.

  • How to Train Ferrets - Tips to Stop a Ferrets Biting

    Updated: 2010-08-12 15:45:25
    Admirable pets with abounding energy, ferrets are habitual nippers. A Ferret bite is painful as is its habit. Ferrets bite by habit and mostly when they are playful with their peers. So, once you acquire a pet ferret you need to train these little fellows quickly

  • The Dangers of Exotic Pets

    Updated: 2010-08-12 15:30:39
    Many people are excited by the idea of owning exotic pets. However, it can be difficult to keep and care for an exotic pet because its food and habitat may be hard to collect and reproduce. Additionally, these pets have often not been domesticated for thousands of years, such as cats and dogs. This can lead to dangerous situations for both the owner and any visitors.

  • Pet Training - How to Train Your Rabbit

    Updated: 2010-08-12 03:49:34
    Want to learn how to train your rabbit? Read more to find out how.

  • Proper Caring of Baby Dwarf Hamster

    Updated: 2010-08-11 22:38:38
    Before starting the process of breeding the dwarf hamster, the owner should make the necessary research about its process. The idea of breeding the dwarf hamster is undeniably motivating.

  • The Reasons Behind Ferret Sneezing

    Updated: 2010-08-11 15:36:19
    A ferret is quite a pet to have. Observe your pet ferret sneezing and you will hear it loud and screechy. The sneezing is so loud it can at times alarm you depending on the frequency and force of the sneeze. Your pet`s sneezing is totally dependent upon environmental factors surrounding it.

  • Guinea Pig Pregnancy - 10 Useful Tips You Will Want to Know!

    Updated: 2010-08-10 17:55:55
    Whether your guinea pig pregnancy is planned or it just happened, here are 10 tips you should know and become familiar with. The health of your pet and her babies will depend on what you know and the care you provide to them. This is a "MUST" read for every guinea pig owner!

  • Foxes As Pets - 6 Ways They Differ From Dogs

    Updated: 2010-08-10 14:45:32
    Foxes are growing in popularity as pets, but many people make the mistake of thinking that a pet fox is going to be just like a pet dog. There are many important differences between keeping a dog and keeping a fox, and this article covers six basic things that every potential fox owner should know before welcoming one of these charming, intelligent animals into their lives.

  • Why You Need to Get an Exo Terra Exotic Pet Cage

    Updated: 2010-08-10 02:00:54
    In terms of housing exotic pets there are more choices than ever before. From the classic wooden vivarium through to mesh cages, aquariums with special reptile lids and even using household equipment like tupperware containers the options available to you as a keeper of reptile or amphibians are greater than ever before.

  • Buying an Exotic Pet

    Updated: 2010-08-10 01:34:52
    If you're considering buying your first exotic pet then there are a variety of things you should know of if you want your pet to be as healthy as possible. While it is tempting to buy the first exotic pet that you see, this is generally a bad decision for a number of reasons.

  • Getting a New Corn Snake

    Updated: 2010-08-10 01:17:09
    Corn snakes are one of the better pet snakes available to the caring pet keeper for several reasons. They are simple to care for, are normally very placid and so can be handled safely and don't get very large to allow them to be safely and cheaply kept in your home.

  • Can't Feed Your Sugar Glider Fresh Food - What is the Other Alternative?

    Updated: 2010-08-09 22:07:46
    Are you owning sugar gliders but a bit overwhelmed by the daily feedings, not having the time to feed your exotic pet with fresh cut fruits and vegetables every day? Sugar gliders in the wild feed from insects, small rodents, pollen, sap from trees and some wild fruits. Nature offers them a perfect balanced diet which helps them maintain perfect weight and good health.

  • The Rio Grande River Cooter and Russian Tortoise Information

    Updated: 2010-08-09 20:27:01
    The Rio Grande River Cooter (also known as a part of the Testudines or Chelonia family) is a beautiful turtle that ranges greatly in size and coloration. They tend to have a slightly different shell then that of other turtles; as this shell has developed from their very ribs. This turtle is semi-aquatic, however is far more graceful in the water then on land.

  • Red Ear Slider Turtle Information

    Updated: 2010-08-09 19:45:07
    The Razorback Musk Turtle (or Sternotherus Carinatus) is a small turtle that is extremely popular as pets. Their size ranges anywhere from five to six inches; making them a fairly small species of turtle. Which may contribute to their popularity as people love small animals!

  • Pearl River Map Turtle & Peninsula Cooter Turtle Information

    Updated: 2010-08-09 19:19:31
    The Pearl River Map Turtle (or Pascagoula map turtle) is a little known turtle throughout the world. Which truly is an unfortunate fact that this turtle is uncommon; they are found only in places such as the Pearl and Pascagoula rivers located in Mississippi and Louisiana.

  • Iguana Care - Five Necessary Things That Will Keep Your Pet Contented, Joyful and Loving

    Updated: 2010-08-07 01:33:41
    You will find that iguanas make wonderful and adoring pets, much to the surprise of those thinking of getting one. As well they will make a delightful edition to your home. However, it is extremely important that your iguana is properly taken care of and given extra attention.

  • Five Exotic Pet Types to Keep You Amused

    Updated: 2010-08-06 17:10:10
    When you hear the words "exotic pets?" what do you think of? Maybe an expensive beast which is hard to manage and maintain. This is not entirely correct. An exotic pet is a rare and unusual animal kept as a pet which is not normally thought of as a pet. So basically anything other than a dog, cat or livestock. In fact it covers a whole range of smaller, family friendly pets. So what are they? This article covers examples of five exotic pet types to keep you amused.

  • Four Safety Tips For the Exotic Pet Owner

    Updated: 2010-08-06 15:39:49
    As an exotic pet owner, you have the responsibility of making sure you, your family, your local community and your pet are safe. Therefore you need to know all about your pet including its temperament and habits so no harm is done to anybody. Here are four safety tips to be aware of.

  • Five Things to Consider When Choosing an Exotic Pet

    Updated: 2010-08-06 15:10:16
    Owning a pet can be a great extension to your family situation, whether it be a kitten, dog or something else. Some people like the thought of owning a pet which is a little bit out of the ordinary like a snake, gerbil or Madagasca hissing cockroach. Exotic pets like those three examples come in all shapes, sizes and habitats. If you would like to own an exotic pet then you need to look at these five things to consider when choosing an exotic pet.

  • Four Exotic Pet Expenses to Consider When Choosing a Pet

    Updated: 2010-08-06 14:26:37
    If you are interested in owning and enjoying an exotic pet then you need to consider the cost involved. Pets are expensive and you need to consider the actual expense of the exotic pet types you have in mind. Exotic pets range in size, live in variable habitats, require specialized diets and variable extras. So you need to do the research and know how to make your desired exotic pet healthy before you go ahead and own one. Hear are the four exotic pet expenses to consider when choosing a pet.

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