Tagged With Small Mammals

Black and white rabbit nibbling on fresh cantaloupe on grass with a garden background

Can Rabbits Eat Cantaloupe? A Guide to Safe Fruit Treats

15 March 2024

This article discusses everything you need to know about feeding cantaloupe to your rabbit, including serving sizes, health benefits, risks, and more.

Joyful black guinea pig with a shiny coat sniffing a raspberry on a grass background with raspberry leaves

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Raspberries? Safe Snacking Guide

15 March 2024

Guinea pigs can have raspberries as an occasional treat, which can give them Vitamin C and fiber, although there are some downsides, such as the sugar content and the possibility of bladder stones.

Tri-colored Abyssinian guinea pig nibbling on butternut squash with various squashes in the background

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Squash? Nutritional Benefits and Feeding Tips

14 March 2024

The advantages of feeding your guinea pig squash, how much you should feed them, how to prepare it, and some things to watch out for.

Lionhead rabbit inspecting a piece of cauliflower in a domestic kitchen setting

Can Rabbits Have Cauliflower? Here’s What a Rabbit Nutritionist Says

14 March 2024

Feeding your rabbit cauliflower in a way that won't upset their stomach, making sure they don't eat too much to avoid gas, ensuring they still get enough fiber from hay, and slowly incorporating cauliflower into their diet to avoid digestive upset.

Concerned Abyssinian Guinea Pig looking hesitantly at a small pool of water, surrounded by dry hay

Do Guinea Pigs Swim? The Truth About Their Ability to Take the Plunge

14 March 2024

Guinea pigs can technically swim, but it is very stressful and dangerous because they are not physically equipped for water.

Brown and white Abyssinian guinea pig sniffing bread, with hay and vitamin-rich veggies in the background

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Bread? Understanding Their Dietary Needs

14 March 2024

Bread is not a good food for guinea pigs because it doesn't have many nutrients and it can lead to digestive problems; instead, stick to foods that are high in fiber and vitamin C.

Well-groomed black and white guinea pig sniffing the air beside its clean cage

Why Do Guinea Pigs Smell? The Science Behind Their Odor

12 March 2024

Learn about why guinea pigs smell, how to avoid it with clean cages, good nutrition, regular vet care, and grooming advice.

Chubby golden Syrian hamster eating a piece of cucumber in a wooden enclosure with soft bedding

Can Hamsters Eat Cucumbers? A Guide to Safe Snacking for Your Pet

12 March 2024

Benefits and tips for feeding cucumbers to your hamster, including nutritional information, serving sizes, and how to incorporate them into your hamster's diet for the best results.

Curious Siberian cat and playful ferret in a cozy living room with toys, highlighting their peaceful interaction

Can Cats and Ferrets Live Together? What Science Says

12 March 2024

How to tell if your cat is stressed, the signs of stress in cats, and how to reduce stress in your cat.

Happy American Guinea Pig with a black and white coat eating fresh green basil leaves

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Basil? Navigating Herb Diets for Pets

11 March 2024

Pros and cons of feeding basil to guinea pigs, such as nutritional information, the need for moderation because of calcium, and how to incorporate it into their diet.

Grey Netherland Dwarf rabbit sniffing a sliced peach on a grassy field with daisies

Can Rabbits Eat Peaches? A Guide to Safe Snacking

10 March 2024

This article discusses everything you need to know about feeding rabbits peaches, including serving sizes, nutritional value, and possible concerns about the sugar in peaches.

Golden-brown Syrian hamster nibbling on a carrot inside a cage with colorful bedding

Can Hamsters Eat Carrots? A Guide to Safe Snacking

8 March 2024

Nutritional information and serving size recommendations for carrots for hamsters, as well as their digestive system and dietary needs.