by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Domesticated Animals, Rabbits, Small Mammals, Uncategorized
Improper handling may cause serious, life-threatening injuries. Fractures and dislocations of the back, most often resulting in paralysis of both rear legs, are the most common injuries. These injuries occur when rabbits are suddenly frightened and attempt to escape...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Exotics, Lizards, Reptile
Species: Anolis carolinensis. Sometimes also called American chameleons, although they are not true chameleons. They can do a color change from green to brown, especially when stressed. Quite readily available in the pet trade. Life span averages around 4 years,...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Exotics, Lizards
The scientific name for leopard gekos is Eublepharis Macularius. They may live 20 or more years and grow to be approximately 8-10 inches long. Their common coloring is yellow and white with black spots (hatchlings start out striped, and gradually change to the spotted...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Birds, Choosing Your Pet
In general, finches have an expected lifespan of anywhere from 5-15 years. The wide range here can probably be attributed to species differences as well as an increased understanding of their husbandry, especially diet. Zebra finches are arguably the most popular bird...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Birds, Choosing Your Pet
Cockatiels are among the most popular pet birds. Small parrots with a variety of color patterns and a crest, they are attractive as well as friendly and easy to tame. Because of their small size, cockatiel care and taming is easier than some other parrot species. They...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Domesticated Animals, Small Mammals
Thinking of getting a sugar glider? These tiny marsupials are energetic and friendly, making them popular choices as pets. Though they weigh less than a half-pound, they’re more closely related to kangaroos than they are flying squirrels. If you think a sugar...
