How should I care for my bearded dragon?
The most common reptile species kept as pets are typically medium-sized, non-threatened, captive-bred, and easily obtained. The central (or inland)...
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How should I care for my turtles?
Australia is home to over 20 species of freshwater turtle. They all share the characteristic of retracting their head and... -
How should I care for my carpet python?
Large semi-arboreal (spending some of their time in trees) pythons of the genus Morelia are common in the suburbs of... -
How will I keep my reptiles entertained, alert, and interested in their surroundings?
Behaviour in the wild Reptiles as a group vary widely in their natural history. They are found in an array... -
Where should I keep my reptile?
Where you put your reptile’s enclosure depends on a few different things, including: Temperature Sunlight Disturbances How much space your... -
What should I feed my reptile?
Reptiles have evolved in many climates and localities, resulting in large variations in dietary requirements. Their dietary needs also vary... -
Is this the right reptile for me?
So, you’ve decided that a reptile is the right animal for you. But which reptile? There are some species that... -
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... -
Should I desex my guinea pigs?
Yes, you should have your guinea pigs desexed! Read on to find out why. Did you know that: Female guinea... -
What dental problems do guinea pigs get?
Guinea pigs (and rabbits) are very different from many other companion animals in that their teeth continuously grow throughout their... -
Are guinea pigs the right pets for me?
Guinea pigs are very clever; they can comprehend and learn things, they have excellent memory, and they have many appealing... -
How can I socialise my new guinea pig with other guinea pigs and my family?
Guinea pigs are incredibly gentle animals and can be a great animal companion for families, but they are a social... -
Do my guinea pigs need to be wormed?
In general, guinea pigs do not need to be regularly wormed unless your guinea pigs’ vet confirms they have worms,... -
Where should I keep my guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs can be kept indoors, outdoors, or both. Companion guinea pigs are often kept in indoor hutches and enclosures,... -
How should I handle my guinea pigs?
It is always important to remember that guinea pigs are a prey species (i.e., they are eaten by other animals).... -
What does a healthy guinea pig look like?
Whether you are obtaining a guinea pig, or just checking your little pigs over each day, you need to understand... -
How do guinea pigs breed?
Before you decide if you want to breed your guinea pigs, there are some things you need to know: Female... -
How will I keep my guinea pigs safe against household hazards?
Many guinea pigs are kept indoors, with free range of the house and even parts of the yard. Like small... -
How can I keep my guinea pigs entertained, alert, and interested in their environment?
In order to answer this question, it’s first necessary to consider how guinea pigs behave in the wild! Behaviour of... -
Why is my guinea pig scratching?
Many owners are distressed when they see their guinea pigs scratching, especially if they are breaking their own skin with...