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Photorealistic image of a startled grey rat scurrying across an old, dusty wooden attic floor

How to Get Rid of Rats in the Attic: A Step-by-Step Guide

5 June 2024

Proven ways to eliminate rats in your attic, such as finding access areas, trapping, using repellents, and closing entry points.

Playful cockapoo puppy cautiously sniffing a purple petunia flower in a grassy outdoor setting

Can Dogs Eat Petunias? Here's What Science Says

4 June 2024

Petunias are not toxic to dogs, but if ingested, they may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms that should pass without issue.

A black and white spotted Dutch rabbit chewing on the corner of a cardboard box in a living room setting

Can Rabbits Eat Cardboard? What You Need to Know

30 May 2024

Healthy methods for giving your rabbit cardboard to chew on without worrying about their diet.

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.

A budgie perched on the rim of a bowl, curiously looking at a slice of ripe red tomato inside

Can Birds Have Tomatoes? Everything You Need to Know

15 May 2024

Birds can safely consume the fruit as a nutritious treat, however the rest of the plant is poisonous to them.

Large, spotted snail crawling across a marigold plant, leaving a trail of slime

Marigold Munchers: What Eats Marigolds and How to Stop Them

14 May 2024

Pests that marigolds repel, like rabbits, deer, snails, slugs, and beetles, and how marigolds can be used for natural pest control.

Curious rabbit with long, upright ears intently sniffing a vibrant red zinnia flower in a lush, green garden

Can Rabbits Eat Zinnias? Exploring Floral Feeding

13 May 2024

Zinnias are poisonous to rabbits and can lead to liver disease and digestive problems. It's best to use safe options and repellents to keep your zinnias safe.

Concerned Beagle owner pulling their dog's leash as the Beagle tries to sniff at a cluster of orange and pink lantana blooms

Can Dogs Eat Lantana? A Vet Explains the Risks

6 May 2024

Lantana is a poisonous plant that is harmful to dogs and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, liver failure, and heart problems when eaten.

Fluffy orange tabby cat sniffing a pile of fresh catnip leaves

Smells That Attract Cats: Scents Your Kitty Will Love

4 May 2024

Cats like the smell of catnip, valerian root, and pheromones from plants, and they hate citrus, perfumes, and essential oils.

Abyssinian guinea pig with a rosette-patterned coat eating a dandelion flower in a grassy field

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Dandelions? A Complete Guide

2 May 2024

Guinea pigs can eat dandelion leaves and flowers without any negative side effects as long as it's part of a well-rounded meal plan.

A tabby cat cautiously sniffing a large, lush fiddle leaf fig plant with a concerned expression

Do Fiddle Leaf Figs Hurt Cats? What Pet Owners Should Know

19 April 2024

Fiddle leaf figs are poisonous to cats and can cause oral irritation and mouth pain if eaten. This will result in symptoms like drooling, swelling, vomiting, and difficulty swallowing.

A curious brown and white rabbit with large ears sniffing an assortment of mushrooms on a forest floor

Can Rabbits Have Mushrooms? A Look at Safe Options

5 April 2024

Rabbits cannot have mushrooms, as there are many varieties that are poisonous and can lead to serious sickness or death.