Tagged With Rodents

Fluffy beige Syrian hamster sitting up and sniffing a single almond on a wooden surface

Can Hamsters Eat Almonds? A Look at Nuts in Their Diet

14 April 2024

Almonds can be a good occasional snack for your hamster, but make sure to limit the amount you give them to prevent obesity and potential tummy troubles.

Close-up of a plump, golden-brown Syrian hamster carefully sniffing a single peanut on a wooden surface

Can Hamsters Eat Peanuts? Nutrition Facts and Safe Serving Tips

13 April 2024

Hamsters can have peanuts as long as they are given in moderation, but they are high in fat so they should be limited.

Detailed image of a Silkie guinea pig with long, flowing white fur chewing on an arugula leaf in a home environment with other vegetables

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Arugula? Benefits and Risks

13 April 2024

Arugula can be given to guinea pigs in moderation as a sometimes leafy green addition that offers essential nutrients.

Close-up of a curious-looking brown and white fancy rat peering out from a pile of crumbled cheddar cheese

Can Rats Have Cheese? The Truth About This Popular Myth

6 April 2024

Rats can have cheese as an occasional treat, but it should be given in small amounts because of their lactose intolerance and the fact that they can easily become overweight on high-fat foods.

American guinea pig with tan fur cautiously eating the green part of a spring onion

Can Guinea Pigs Have Green Onions? The Science

3 April 2024

Guinea pigs can eat the green part of a spring onion, but the white part is not safe for them to eat due to the compounds it contains.

A Syrian hamster sitting upright, its short tail resting calmly, with tufted fur and an expressive face

Hamsters and Their Tails: What You Need to Know

2 April 2024

Hamster tails are usually short and stumpy, but the length can differ depending on the breed. They are used for balance and communication, not for helping the hamster move.

Abyssinian guinea pig with a distinct rosette-patterned coat investigating a small pile of cut corn kernels surrounded by fresh timothy hay and leafy greens

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Corn? A Look at This Crunchy Veggie Treat

27 March 2024

Corn is safe for guinea pigs to eat, but it should only be given to them every once in a while.

A tiny Roborovski Dwarf hamster sniffing at a small pile of chopped celery pieces on a tile floor

Can Hamsters Eat Celery? What You Need to Know

27 March 2024

Celery is a healthy option for your hamster, but make sure to give it to them in limited quantities to prevent tummy troubles.

Ferret owner gently bathing a reddish-brown ferret in a sink, with soap suds covering the animal

Why Do Ferrets Smell? How to Minimize Odor From These Musky Pets

23 March 2024

While you can't eliminate the smell entirely, there are ways to manage it through litter training, regular baths, a proper diet, and keeping their living space clean.

Close-up of a fluffy gray and white rabbit resting with its eyes partially open in a grassy meadow

Why Do Rabbits Sleep With Their Eyes Open? Rabbit Sleep Secrets

22 March 2024

The fact that rabbits can sleep with their eyes open is an evolutionary advantage that has helped them as a species that is often hunted.

Inquisitive grey and white fancy rat sniffing a slice of ripe red tomato in a clean habitat

Can Rats Eat Tomatoes? Nutritional Benefits and Feeding Tips

14 March 2024

Healthy ways to feed your pet rat tomatoes, including nutritional information, serving sizes, and potential dangers such as poisonous seeds and solanine.

Grey chinchilla in a stress-reducing habitat gently sniffing a human hand

Do Chinchillas Bite? Understanding Their Behavior and Prevention Tips

8 March 2024

This article discusses chinchilla bites: why they happen, how to avoid them, and how socialization, training, and health can help lower the number of bites.