Natural Pet Health

There are other types of pets that may suit you better than the traditional ones like a dog or a cat. These can include small well-known pets such as mice, hamsters or fish, but can also include more exotic pets like snakes, lizards or even monkeys. The type of pet that may be right for you is strictly a personal choice, but there are too many other types of pets you may want to consider.

Hamsters – The most common type of Hamster that is kept as a pet today is the Syrian Hamster. Although there are other varieties, different varieties go not get along together. Even with the Syrian Hamster it is better to keep one Hamster to itself in a cage as often having more than one will cause fighting.

Well, you have done all your research and homework and made the commitment to adopting a pet into your home. Before you bring the new addition home, to be a good pet owner you will need to make your home pet friendly. Yes, there are certain preparations that you can make that will make your pet integrate better into your household. Some should be done before you bring your pet onto the premises and some will evolve as you get to know your pet.

If you have decided to bring a new puppy into your home, before he arrives prepare your house for his arrival. Here are a few tips to get your home pet-ready:

Because my wife is a toy dog breeder, it isn’t unusual for her to get several calls a week from people who practically beg her to sell them a puppy. They cite their financial and social ability to care for the puppy and often try and avoid the question of children in the household.

As a rule, my wife finds this humorous. People shouldn’t have to beg, fill out a twenty-page adoption application or hide the fact that they have children to purchase a puppy. It’s pet protection gone wild.

While most people have dogs or cats as pets, there are others who prefer exotic animals. At a time when many of these exotic animals are listed on the endangered species list, nonetheless, a variety of animals are captured, traded illegally, and sold to consumers.

There are many considerations involved in owning these not so ordinary pets. Therefore, use caution when getting an exotic pet.

Snakes and other Reptiles

Although snakes, iguanas, and lizards are popular exotic pets; they are not suitable for families with young children. They require high maintenance and special dietary needs.

In addition, they also require large enclosures and specific temperatures simulating their environment in the wild.

Have your kids been hampering you to buy a pet? If so, here are 5 kid friendly pets which are not only conducive to children, but will offer enjoyment to the entire family.

Dogs

One of the most lovable of all breeds is the Beagle. They love children, are very social, loyal, intelligent, offer unconditional love, and provide hours of enjoyment. They range in height from 13-16 inches, and are just wonderful watch dogs as well.Â

While most beagles are usually kept outdoors, they love the indoors as well. Care and maintenance of the beagle is affordable. Ensure they are acquired through a breeder, however, since most pet shops may have beagles who originated from puppy mills.

They are more affectionate than dogs, smarter then rabbits, more fun than the average hamsters; less temperamental than cats and …………the list goes on. There is simply no comparison. Meet the amazing Chinchillas, and you’ll be instantly drawn to them. Chins, as they are more affectionately called, have the good looks and intelligence to scream about. To find out more, read on!

Origin:
The Chinchilla is a member of the rodent family originating from the Andes Region of South America.

Characteristics:
The most attractive attribute of a Chinchilla is its push coat. Each hair follicle contains 60-80 hair, 20 to 30 times more than cats and dogs! Add the large button eyes, big round ears and long fluffy tails; it is not surprising that Chinchillas melted many hearts. Chins are nocturnal, spending most of the day dosing. They have no smell, unlike rabbits or guinea pig, so they can make decent apartment pets.

As pet owners and lovers, we all have different needs for pet accessories. The fact that pet accessories are a necessity doesn’t change by the type of pet you have, only the amount and type of accessories will change. All sorts of pet, including dogs, cats, hamsters, birds and even fish, will require them in one form or another.

The purpose for acquiring pet accessories may differ from one owneer to the next. Dog and cats seem to be the pets that most likely will need them more, probably because they demand a little more of our time and attention, and we can’t be home all the time to keep them entertained.

by Tabitha Alterman, Mother Earth News Associate Editor

Winter is a tough time for us all, but it can be especially hard on pets. Here are a few tips for protecting your pets this winter:

Like other domesticated animals, your guinea pig needs exercise to help keep him strong, and to help keep his weight under control. Unfortunately, your guinea pig may not be getting the exercise that he needs in order to remain in good health.

The first problem is typically that the guinea pig does not have ample room in his pen. You could literally fill his pen with hundreds of dollars of toys, but he still won’t get proper exercise. What he needs is space. He should have plenty of space to run around.

A popular activity among guinea pigs is running as fast as they can around the interior walls of the pen. If there are too many toys or other items in the way, he is prevented from doing this.