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...
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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... -
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... -
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... -
How should I handle my chickens?
Chickens who need to be examined should be caught quickly and cleanly, with minimal stress. You may sometimes be able... -
How do I treat my chickens for parasites?
Backyard chickens are commonly infected with both internal parasites (worms, tapeworms, coccidia, and other protozoa) and external parasites (fleas, lice,... -
Can my bird make me sick?
Feathered pets are fascinating additions to the family, not to mention an incredible hobby. A 2022 report estimates that the... -
What diseases can my chickens get?
As with the husbandry and management of any animal, there are disease problems associated with backyard chickens. Understanding disease We... -
What vaccinations do my chickens need?
Ideally, backyard chickens (because they usually live longer than commercial chickens) should be vaccinated against a range of diseases during... -
How do I help my chickens to get along with each other?
Although chickens are very social animals, the structure of their flock is based on their ability to communicate, a dominance... -
What housing do I need for my chickens?
Types of housing for chickens Chicken enclosures generally consist of a coop (a solid structure that houses the chickens at... -
What do I need to know about drug withholding periods for my chickens?
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicine Authority (APVMA) has defined food-producing animal species as any animal used to produce food... -
Can my mice get parasites?
It is not uncommon for mice to be affected by infestations of external parasites such as fur mites. Clinical signs... -
How should I groom my rats?
Rats are very clean and usually do a great job of grooming themselves. Washing your rat Because of their cleanliness,... -
What do I need to know about reproduction in mice?
Mice mature and can breed at a young age (even as young as four weeks of age), breed prolifically, and... -
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... -
What are common health problems in rats?
Dental disease Overgrown incisor teeth (particular the lower incisors) are the most common oral problem in rats as their incisors... -
Can my rats get parasites?
Rats are sometimes affected by infestations of external parasites such as fur mites. Clinical signs of infestation include bald patches,... -
What are common health problems in mice?
Dental disease Overgrown incisor teeth (particular the lower incisors) are the most common oral problem in mice as their incisors... -
What do I need to know about reproductive control in ferrets (including desexing)?
Some important things to know about ferrets and reproduction: A male ferret is called a ‘hob’. A female ferret is...