Articles tagged with 'Pet owner basics'
What does an unhealthy rat look like?
You can learn the most about your rats through their behaviour, appearance, and body language. It’s important to continually observe for abrupt and subtle changes happening with your rats.
What does my rabbit’s body language mean?
A rabbit’s body language can be subtle, so it’s not always easy to accurately read how they’re feeling. It is important to keep an eye on your rabbit’s behaviour and be on the lookout for any changes, as these can be a sign that something is wrong.
What are common health problems in guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs, when looked after well, are usually hardy little animals who will usually live for 4-6 years, although some have been reported to get well into their teens.
What vaccinations should my dog receive?
Vaccinations are an important part of caring for your dog as they can prevent or reduce the severity of infectious diseases such as canine distemper virus, canine adenovirus, and canine parvovirus, which can cause serious health consequences and even death.
How do I socialise my new bird with other birds?
Birds gather together in a flock which serve primarily as a protective unit for the birds. The relationship the birds have with one another is essential to the survival of each individual.
How can I use environmental enrichment to provide opportunities for my mice to experience good welfare?
What is environmental enrichment? Environmental enrichment describes the provision of physical and social opportunities to promote mouse behaviour that is important, valuable, and specific to them.
How should I care for my guinea pigs?
Are guinea pigs the right companion animal for me? There are plenty of studies that prove guinea pigs are very intelligent. They are very clever; they can comprehend and learn things; they have excellent memory. They need care, the right food, mental stimulation, and security.
How can I create low‑cost DIY enrichment for my cat or dog?
Keeping our companion animals healthy and happy is essential for a harmonious life together. A key part of this is providing opportunities for pets to engage in natural behaviours, such as exploring, playing and problem-solving - activities which are often limited in a home environment. Enrichment addresses this by providing activities that help stimulate your pet’s mind, body, and senses, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.
Where should I get my reptile?
Once you have decided what kind of reptile you want to keep, have a home set up for them, and have received your licence, you can start your quest to locate a suitable animal. Remember, reptile keeping in Australia is a privilege, not a right.
What should I feed my birds?
Advances in recent years have shown us that feeding an all-seed diet is not just a bad diet, but one that actively contributes to the death of thousands of pet birds every year. Did you know?