Tagged With Hamsters

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.

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.

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.

Artistic image of a dwarf rabbit cautiously eating a mint leaf

Is Mint Safe for Rabbits to Eat? What You Need to Know

30 May 2024

Mint is another herb that can be given to rabbits as an occasional snack, but it should be given in limited amounts because of its potent essential oils.

Close-up of a European rabbit with slightly open mouth, revealing its long, continuously growing teeth

The Teeth of Rabbits: Anatomy and Evolution of Rabbit Dentition

30 May 2024

Rabbits have 28 teeth - 16 on the top and 12 on the bottom, and they grow continuously throughout their lives.

Curious Peruvian guinea pig with long, silky fur looking at a shallow ceramic water bowl

Can Guinea Pigs Drink from a Bowl? Why Water Bottles Are Best

29 May 2024

Water bottles are the most reliable way to offer guinea pigs fresh, clean water on a regular basis, as opposed to water dishes.

Syrian hamster with golden-brown fur paddling in a shallow wading pool, with a cautious expression on its face

Can Hamsters Swim? What Owners Need to Know

25 May 2024

Hamsters are capable of swimming, however, they are not used to being in water so it can be stressful for them - if you want to let them swim in a shallow pool, make sure you take the proper safety measures.

Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned coat nestled in timothy hay, eyes closed in a relaxed, purring state

Can Guinea Pigs Purr? Exploring Their Vocal Repertoire

19 May 2024

The science of why guinea pigs make a purring sound and what it can tell you about their mental and physical health.

Close-up of a Roborovski Dwarf hamster with a sleek brown and white coat, nibbling on a piece of white bread

Can Hamsters Eat Bread? A Look at Risks and Benefits

19 May 2024

Hamsters can have some plain bread, but whole wheat and whole grain breads are better choices.

A curious ferret curled up sleeping soundly in a cozy bed

Do Ferrets Sleep All Day? A Look at Their Interesting Sleep Habits

16 May 2024

Ferrets are crepuscular animals, which means they are the most active during the early morning and the late evening, however, they can adjust their sleep patterns to match their owners' schedules.

Golden hamster sniffing a sliced yellow bell pepper on a bed of timothy hay

Can Hamsters Eat Bell Peppers? A Vet Weighs In on the Best Veggies

16 May 2024

Bell peppers are another crunchy and healthy option for your hamster, as long as you give them to your pet in moderation.