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...
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,...
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 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...