by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Amphibians, Choosing Your Pet, Exotics
Salamanders make great pets. They’re ideal for apartment residents because they’re quiet. They don’t take up a lot of room because they’re small. They don’t need a background to run around like a dog. They don’t require a lot of personal attention, so they’re also...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Amphibians, Choosing Your Pet, Exotics
Are you considering getting a pet newt? Newts may not be the most obvious choice for a pet, but as many veterinarians can tell you, newts are the smart pet choice for a variety of compelling reasons. Newts are sentient creatures; that is, they are self-aware and...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Amphibians, Choosing Your Pet, Exotics
If you want an interesting change of pace or simply don’t have the right environment for a dog or cat, a frog or toad might make the perfect companion for you. First, however, you need to acquaint yourself with these fascinating creatures and their requirements....
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Exotics, Reptile, Snakes, Uncategorized
If you’re looking for a low-maintenance pet, then you might be interested in owning a snake. However, there are a few aspects of owning a snake that you need to be aware of before you make this type of commitment. Here’s what you need to know. What to Know Before...
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...
