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Close-up of a medium-sized Russian tortoise with a mossy green shell eating a ripe, yellow banana

Can Tortoises Eat Bananas? A Guide to Feeding Your Tortoise

29 May 2024

Tortoises can eat bananas as long as they are part of a well-rounded diet and are given in moderation. Bananas offer several important vitamins and minerals, but they are also high in sugar.

Bernese Mountain Dog sitting next to a bowl of red bell pepper slices, looking attentively at the camera

Can Dogs Eat Red Peppers? Exploring the Pros and Cons

29 May 2024

Red bell peppers are a good source of vitamins and minerals for dogs, but they should be fed to dogs with care because of their spicy nature.

Detailed stock photo of a Burmese cat lying on its back and snoring on a soft pillow

Why Do Cats Snore? Causes, Concerns and Solutions

29 May 2024

Causes, risk factors, and treatment of cat snoring, including genetic influences, when to see a vet, and how to get a better night's rest.

Feral tabby cat hissing and backing away from an outstretched hand in a sparse living room

Can You Tame a Feral Cat After a Certain Age? Yes, and Here's How

29 May 2024

It is much more difficult to socialize feral cats after they are 4 months old because the socialization window has closed and the fear of humans has become more fixed.

Baby gecko resting on a leaf-filled terrarium floor, with small food bowls containing live feeder insects

How to Feed a Baby Gecko: A Complete Nutritional Guide

29 May 2024

Hatchling geckos need a special diet of insects, as well as calcium and vitamins, to grow and develop properly.

A Corgi with a worried expression sitting next to scattered crayons on a tile floor in a minimalist kitchen

Can Dogs Eat Crayons? What You Need to Know

29 May 2024

Crayons present a low-level danger to dogs that have eaten them, such as stomach upset and the possibility of an intestinal blockage, which may need to be treated with medical intervention if they don't go away on their own.

Owner gently inspecting a scabbed elbow on a sleepy, brown tabby cat

Is It OK to Pick Scabs Off Cats? Here's What Vets Say

29 May 2024

Veterinarians recommend against picking at cat scabs because it can cause irritation, infection, and slow down the healing process.

Detailed photograph of a stocky brown Norway rat nestled among discarded tires and debris in an abandoned urban lot

Where Do Rats Live? Exploring Their Diverse Habitats

29 May 2024

Where rats are found - in cities and in the country, in different types of environments, and ways to avoid getting an infestation.

Overhead view of a Welsh Corgi cautiously backing away from a small bracken fern on a hardwood floor

Can Dogs Eat Ferns? What Pet Owners Should Know

28 May 2024

Some ferns, such as asparagus fern and bracken fern, are poisonous to dogs when eaten and can lead to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and other medical problems.

Bengal cat sniffing a melatonin tablet on a wooden table, with a curious expression

Can You Give Melatonin to Cats? What the Research Says

28 May 2024

Melatonin can be used to effectively treat sleep disorders, anxiety, and estrus in cats, but it's important to work with a vet to determine the correct dosage.

Corgi with a fluffy coat sniffing a small bowl of goji berries on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Goji Berries? A Look at Safety and Benefits

28 May 2024

Goji berries can make for a nutritious and tasty dog snack, but be sure to watch the portion size as they are high in sugar.

Burmese cat sitting calmly as a person carefully combs through its short, glossy brown fur

Can Cats Get Lice from Humans? Understanding Cross-Species Transmission

28 May 2024

Cats can have lice, however, the lice that affect humans and cats are two different species and cannot be spread between the two animals.