Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 10:17 PM

All dogs develop a natural impulse to chew, which means if we are trying to learn how to stop a dog from chewing on everything, we're talking about everything they're not supposed to be nibbling on, needless to say. Dogs have got incredibly powerful jaws and that, along with the fact that their mouths are stuffed with razor-sharp, pointy teeth, will mean that its nibbling becomes destructive very quickly. To keep the dog from wrecking a person's stuff like pieces of furniture, war... more...

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 10:16 PM

Most dogs have got a natural innate desire to chew, which means that when we are trying to learn how to stop a dog from chewing, we're speaking about everything they are certainly not allowed to be gnawing on needless to say. Pet dogs have got really robust jaws and that, along with the fact that their mouths are packed with dangerous, pointy teeth, is the reason why the gnawing becomes detrimental rapidly. In order to keep your pet dog from spoiling one's things, like the household fu... more...

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 10:07 PM

Most dogs possess a natural impulse to chew, and so if we are learning how to stop a dog from chewing, we're referring to everything they are not allowed to be nibbling on, of course. Canines possess very powerful jaws and this, in conjunction with the fact their mouths happen to be filled with razor-sharp, pointy teeth, ensures that his or her nibbling may become harmful to your home quickly. To keep your pet from ruining your own possessions like home furniture, clothing, footwear, and so... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:56 PM

It is hard to resist the playful nature and entertaining antics of a dwarf hamster. Naturally, many dwarf hamster owners are willing to dedicate their time and efforts to finding a good quality cage that will accommodate these little pets. After all, a pet is happier when it is living in a suitable environment. A pet owner should keep several things in mind when evaluating a selection of hamster cages. One of the most important qualities of a hamster cage is the amount of space it has to ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:56 PM

Commonly known as Campbell's Russian dwarf hamster, the black dwarf hamster was named after W.C. Campbell upon his discovery of this species, in 1902. Although there are many color variations, the black dwarf hamster has all black fur with black eyes. It should be noted that all dwarf hamsters have a distinct dark line that runs down their back. They originated in Tuva which is located between Russia and China and also has its origins in the steppes and Central Asia. Today, the black dwarf ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:46 PM

The blueberry dwarf hamster is actually part of the dwarf Campbell's Russian hamster family. The blueberry name comes from their fur which is has a bluish hue to it. These fascinating little creatures are the more docile of the hamster family and much smaller in size. Although the blueberry dwarf hamster is considered a nocturnal animal, and are more active at night, these little animals have bursts of energy during the day when others hamsters sleep in the daytime. Special considera... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:46 PM

When you think about a hamster you don't always think dwarf. Dwarf hamsters are tiny and adorable. They are simply mini versions of the big hamsters you find in pet stores. China has a large population of these animals so they are commonly called Chinese. A dwarf hamster grow to be as large as 4 inches. They have very short legs and big heads. Most dwarf hamsters have a dorsal stripe on their body. There are several different colors of hamsters that can tell you which type of dwarf h... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:17 PM

Dwarf hamsters have slightly different dietary needs than larger hamster species like the Syrian or teddy bear hamster. They have higher metabolisms than larger hamsters and need more protein. But dwarf hamsters are not picky and will eat just about anything they can stuff in their mouths, so it is up to you make sure that the food they are stuffing is as nutritious as possible. Basic Diet Pet rodents have teeth that grow continually throughout their lives, so they need access to t... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:09 PM

There are 3 common types of dwarf hamsters. The smallest being the "Robs" or Roborovski, the Winter White Russian and the most common type being the Campbell's Russian Dwarf Hamster, commonly referred to as the Dwarf Siberian Hamster. The Dwarf Siberian Hamster originates from Kazakhstan and Siberia. When caring for Siberian Hamsters, use the same guidelines given for any dwarf hamster. It is important when you introduce a new pet into your environment to be prepared to train... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:08 PM

So you were sitting there watching your Dwarf hamster play one day and you thought, "Gosh, wouldn't it be cool to breed them?" Well, there are a few things you need to do before you act on that thought. Really, breeding any animal, whether its for profit or just for kicks, is a very serious business. What will you do with the babies if your efforts are successful? Which breed do you plan to work with? Do you have a proper environment for them? You may be thinking that you can... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:08 PM

Chinese dwarf hamsters originally come from northern China and parts of Mongolia. They are becoming more popular as pets, but many people do not know how to care for them properly. If you would like to learn more about Chinese dwarf hamsters, then you will want to read this article. Specifically, we will talk about owning a Chinese dwarf hamster and the challenges that they present for the pet owner. Before going out and purchasing one though, there are a few things that you need to be aw... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 9:07 PM

Every family is unique and every family pet can be as well. We make our pets a part of our families. Find a pet that is right for you and your particular situation. Whether you are a homeowner looking for a family friend, or rent an apartment that does not allow cats and dogs, there is a pet for you. If you are looking for a new pet you may want to look into dwarf hamsters. These social, tiny and adorable animals could be a fantastic addition to your home and are especially fun for children. ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Derek Farley @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 8:57 PM

The Russian dwarf hamster (Phodopus sungorus) is distantly related to the common golden hamster (Mescricetus auratus) that is native to Syria. Introduced to the U.S. in the early 1980s, they arrived from England where they first came on the market in 1970. Other names for the Russian dwarf hamster include Hairy-Footed, Campbell's, Winter White, and Siberian. A thick-bodied rodent, it has a nearly invisible short tail, and prominent cheek pouches. Adults average three to four inches l... more...

Pets and Animals | By Lara Goldberg @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 6:47 AM

Raising chickens can either be done as a hobby or for profit. To build much profit from raising them you have to take care of your beloved chickens as you would take care of your children so that they would grow up healthy, strong, and pricey. So how do you take care of them in the best way? Chicken coop building plans should come first on your to-do list. These plans give the coop better quality. You may improvise and let your creativity flow in building the coop. You just need a couple... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 2:28 AM

Having a cat diagnosed with feline bladder thickening can really leave you scratching your head in wonder. Sadly, cats who have experienced feline urinary tract infections are prone for this disorder. Here's an explanation of the disorder and how you can reverse feline bladder thickening naturally and pretty darn easily. First, you will need to understand that this condition is not a disease, but rather a symptom. This on its own is not life threatening, but it can lead to other urin... more...

Pets and Animals | By Eddie Lamb @ Thursday, 2nd September 2010 @ 2:25 AM

If you have an animal as one in two of all homes in the UK do, you will need pet insurance. You'll find lots of reasons why you ought to have a pet insurance policy as you read this editorial. The number one purpose is to be able to provide the pet with the medical attention it requires and in an affordable way especially in today's economy. The United Kingdom states that there is around twenty three million pets in the nation. This statistic doesn't regard fish as a pet. T... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jessica Peloski @ Wednesday, 1st September 2010 @ 9:36 PM

Parrots are becoming more popular as household pets. They are smart, witty, funny, and usually very colorful. It is also very fun to teach parrots tricks to further bond with your parrot since they are so easily trainable. Spending the time with your pet parrot needed to teach him tricks creates a greater sense of focus on you as the owner and creates an overall better socialized parrot. Teaching parrots tricks can also help correct behavioral problems since most of the time, pet parrots... more...

Pets and Animals | By Anna Kerry @ Wednesday, 1st September 2010 @ 9:07 PM

A bird is an animal belonging to the phylum tetrapod vertebrates. If there are nearly 10,000 species of birds, both in their very different ecology than by their behavior, each of which presents a common set of characteristics obvious to the group. Birds have such a beak, feathers, wings and lay eggs. Birds are remarkable for their ability to fly, with few exceptions (ratites, penguins). Especially since this feature is especially rare in vertebrates. They inhabit all walks of ice from th... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jessica Peloski @ Wednesday, 1st September 2010 @ 8:56 PM

Mating hermit crabs can be a challenging task, and there are many steps involved above and beyond the normal care of hermit crabs to successfully mate hermit crabs. First, and most importantly, you will need to ensure you have a male and female hermit crab. Unless you are an expert in hermit crabs, it may be best to visit your local pet store to ensure you have a male and female hermit crab pair. Some have theories in how to assess a male from a female hermit crab, but again, these are j... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jessica Peloski @ Wednesday, 1st September 2010 @ 8:35 PM

Although feeding your hermit crabs can be an enjoyable and relatively easy experience, there are certain precautions you will want to take to ensure happy and healthy hermit crabs. Because hermit crabs are susceptible to many microbes and certain infections, sterilization of your hermit crabs environment and food is especially important. Remember that your hermit crabs will be living in a more tropical and humid environment, which can also breed certain types of microbes, so sterilizatio... more...