Tagged With Rodents

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.

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.

A wild brown rat clinging to the trunk of a large oak tree, with its claws dug into the bark and a focused expression

Do Rats Climb Trees? A Look at Their Acrobatic and Arboreal Talents

1 June 2024

Rats are able to climb trees due to their sharp claws and flexible bodies, but this varies between species.

A small grey rat with its nose in a bowl of fresh blueberries, with a focused, curious expression

Can Rats Eat Blueberries? A Look at Benefits and Risks

31 May 2024

In general, rats can safely consume blueberries as a snack, which will give them antioxidants and vitamins, but make sure not to overdo it.

A nervous-looking Flemish Giant rabbit with a large, furry grey body as a ladybug crawls near its feet

Can Rabbits Eat Bugs? What You Need to Know About Your Bunny's Insect Consumption

30 May 2024

Rabbits are herbivores and don't eat insects intentionally, but they may accidentally eat small insects while they are eating plants.

Close-up portrait of a curious Abyssinian guinea pig surrounded by timothy hay and leafy greens

How Long Can Guinea Pigs Go Without Eating? What Vets Say

30 May 2024

Guinea pigs can go for only 6-8 hours without eating and need a diet that's high in fiber to stay healthy.

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.

Curled up European hedgehog with spiny brown and white quills on a bed of moss in a blurred, earthy forest

Why Do Hedgehogs Smell? Exploring Their Musky Aroma

27 May 2024

Causes of a hedgehog's natural musky smell, including health issues, cleanliness, what they eat, and other things in their environment that can affect how they smell.

Three guinea pigs, one with a comical facial expression, in a simple setting highlighting their amusing gas-passing behavior

Why Do Guinea Pigs Fart? The Science Behind Those Smelly Cavy Toots

25 May 2024

Guinea pigs tend to fart a lot because of their fibrous food intake and the way their digestive system works.

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.