There are three common sources of hamster pets- from private breeders, pet shops and rescue homes.

It is always safest to buy from hobbyist breeders or private breeders as you can be assured that their pets are healthy and are most times problem-free. Also buyers can acquire essential information about the background of the hamster, the type of breeding method used and the condition of their quarters prior to sale.

Private breeders also make it a point to breed hamsters under careful planning as they normally extract one or two hamsters for themselves to continue the line of hamsters with the best quality, temperament and health. Therefore buyers are assured that the hamsters from these suppliers are properly bred and of high quality. On top of this, private breeders have… Continue reading Where to Buy a Hamster

Gerbils belong to the same family where rats, mice and hamsters are categorized. Like their distant cousins, gerbils are quite small and have large front incisors used mainly for gnawing. There are many species of gerbils but the most popular among pet owners is the Mongolian gerbil.

How to distinguish gerbils from the rest of the rodent family?
It is a common case for the untrained eye to identify a gerbil as a rat or a mouse. This is because of the close resemblance in the shape of the head and the general features of the body. However, the most prominent feature that distinguishes a gerbil from other rodent species is their hairy tail that often has a tuft of hairs at the tip.

Gerbil care
Gerbils are very curious creatures, both… Continue reading What You Should Know About Gerbils as Pets

Each pet requires a certain type of diet. Some pets eat commercially available pellets, some eat insects, others eat small animals, and some just eat fruits and vegetables. As a beginner, a pet’s diet can get a little confusing. As an expert owner of multiple types of animals, everything should be planned so that the meal of one does not go to the other.

Cats and dogs- Since these two animals are the most popular and common house pets, finding food for them is not hard. Cat food and dog food are available at any supermarket and pet stores. Both can and will eat the type of food humans eat but just as you care for yourself, moderation should always be observed.

Birds- Many pet shops recommend feeding pet birds with… Continue reading What Should I Feed My Pet?