Tagged With Guinea Pigs

Fluffy brown rabbit with long ears sniffing at a handful of peanuts on a wooden table

Can Rabbits Eat Peanuts? The Need-to-Know Risks and Benefits

14 June 2024

Yes, rabbits can have peanuts as a treat, but their main diet should be high in fiber and include hay and fresh veggies.

A Peruvian guinea pig with long, silky hair cautiously sniffing pomegranate seeds

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Pomegranate? Benefits and Safety Insights

12 June 2024

Guinea pigs can have pomegranate as a sometimes food, which can give them vitamin C and antioxidants, but it should be fed in moderation because of the fruit's high sugar levels.

Sleek, agouti-patterned dwarf hamster nestled in a cozy glass habitat

Are Hamsters Rodents? Exploring Their Taxonomic Relationships

10 June 2024

Hamsters are small, friendly mammals that, with the right care, diet, and habitat, can live an average of 1.5 to 3.5 years in captivity.

Detailed photograph of a large, upright-sitting Norwegian rat with a thick tail and sharp teeth, surrounded by lush, green foliage

How Big Do Rats Get? A Look at the Largest Rat Species

5 June 2024

Rats vary in size from small animals kept as pets to large, wild rats that can grow to be more than 3 feet long and weigh up to 3.5 pounds.

Detailed image of an Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned coat nibbling on shredded purple cabbage leaves in a dish filled with timothy hay

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Red Cabbage? Nutritional Facts and Safety

5 June 2024

Purple cabbage is another option that is full of nutrients and vitamin C, but make sure to only give it to your guinea pig in small amounts to avoid tummy troubles.

Artistic portrait of a Vietnamese Pot-bellied pig gazing directly at the camera, with its mouth slightly open, revealing its teeth as it appears to be in the middle of chewing

The Toothful Truth: Can Pigs Actually Chew?

4 June 2024

The unique dental anatomy of pigs, such as their baby and adult teeth, as well as the importance of dental care for their general health.

Fluffy, tan and white rabbit sitting next to a small bowl of fresh green peas

Can Rabbits Eat Peas? Exploring the Benefits and Risks

1 June 2024

Rabbits can have peas as long as they are fed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

Curious Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned grey and white coat tilting its head to the side, capturing the 'whistling' vocalization guinea pigs make

What Do Guinea Pig Noises Mean? Breaking Down Their Vocal Language

1 June 2024

The various sounds that guinea pigs make, from wheeks to rumbles, and what each indicates about your pet's emotions and wants.

Close-up of a curious Syrian hamster with a soft brown and white coat sniffing a small pile of raisins on a wooden surface

Can Hamsters Eat Raisins? Exploring the Risks and Benefits

1 June 2024

Hamsters can have raisins as long as they are fed to them in moderation, but because they are high in sugar, they should only be fed to hamsters as an occasional treat.

American guinea pig sitting upright and looking inquisitively at the camera, surrounded by scattered bok choy leaves

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Bok Choy? A Complete Guide

31 May 2024

Bok choy can be a nutritious snack for guinea pigs as long as it is given in moderation. However, there are also some potential downsides, such as the possibility of digestive problems.

Curious rabbit with long ears and fluffy white coat examining a vibrant rainbow of colors

The Rainbow of Rabbit Vision: What Colors Can Rabbits See?

31 May 2024

Rabbits have dichromatic vision, which means they can see blue and green light, which helps them spot predators in green foliage.

Roborovski Dwarf Hamster sitting amongst a pile of fresh spinach leaves

Can Hamsters Have Spinach? The Science Behind Oxalates and Nutrition

30 May 2024

Spinach can be a nutritious snack for hamsters when given sparingly because of its nutritional content.