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Fluffy guinea pig nibbling on a peach slice at an outdoor picnic setting

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Peaches? Nutrition and Safety Guide

28 February 2024

Guinea pigs can have peaches in moderation to help with hydration and get some extra vitamins, but they need to make sure they aren't getting too much sugar or eating something too acidic that could cause health problems.

Joyful brown guinea pig with long hair looking at a floret of cauliflower on wood shavings bedding

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Cauliflower? Nutritional Guidelines and Feeding Tips

28 February 2024

Guinea pigs can have cauliflower in moderation; while it has vitamins C and K, it can also cause bloating and even lead to bladder stones.

White rabbit sitting skeptically next to a pile of raw potatoes in a warm-colored kitchen

Can Rabbits Eat Potatoes? Important Dietary Tips for Pet Parents

26 February 2024

Potential dangers to rabbit health when feeding them potatoes, what rabbits should be eating instead, and other healthy, high-fiber options to make sure your rabbit stays healthy.

Small fluffy Syrian hamster eating a piece of seedless watermelon in its well-lit cage

Can Hamsters Eat Watermelon? Safe Snacking for Your Pet

24 February 2024

Healthy ways to feed your hamster watermelon, including serving size, health benefits, and possible concerns.

Small grey lop-eared rabbit nibbling on cut pieces of pumpkin in a garden surrounded by autumn leaves

Can Rabbits Eat Pumpkin? Safe Feeding Practices Explained

24 February 2024

Healthy ways to feed your rabbit pumpkin include feeding it in moderation, not feeding them the seeds or skin, and making sure they maintain a high-fiber diet with only occasional snacks.

Black and white Guinea Pig munching on a slice of pumpkin in a garden

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Pumpkin? Nutritional Benefits and Feeding Tips

23 February 2024

Pros and cons of feeding pumpkin to guinea pigs, plus serving suggestions, how often to feed them pumpkin, and more.

Grey rabbit sitting next to corn kernels, hesitating to eat, with hay in the background

Can Rabbits Eat Corn? Understanding Rabbit Dietary Needs

22 February 2024

Health dangers of giving rabbits corn, such as digestive upset, weight gain, and the possibility of blockages.

Playful ferret examining illustrations on a family tree, showcasing its place in the Mustelidae family

Ferrets vs. Rodents: What Is Their True Taxonomy?

22 February 2024

Explaining where ferrets fit in the Mustelidae family tree, their meat-eating habits, and how they differ from rodents in terms of what they eat, how they behave, and their genetics.

Wild rabbit in a grassy field with ears perked up, under the looming shadow of a bird of prey

What Predators Eat Rabbits? A Look at Their Natural Predators

21 February 2024

Rabbit predators range from foxes and coyotes to birds of prey, snakes, and even pet cats, all of which have a profound effect on both the ecosystem and the rabbits themselves.

Cute floppy-eared rabbit nibbling on fresh green zucchini on a hay-covered floor

Can Rabbits Eat Zucchini? Nutritional Benefits for Your Bunny

21 February 2024

Proper ways to feed your rabbit zucchini, the nutrients it contains, and why it's important to be careful and patient when adding it to their menu.

Dwarf Hotot rabbit with black eye rings sniffing chopped bell peppers on a cutting board with a garden background

Can Rabbits Eat Bell Peppers? Nutritional Insights for Your Pet

21 February 2024

Feeding your rabbit bell peppers can help with hydration, vitamins, and keeping their teeth healthy, but it's important to do so in moderation to avoid stomach problems.

Content Dutch rabbit with black and white markings nibbling on fresh parsley on a grassy patch

Can Rabbits Eat Parsley? A Guide to Safe Feeding Practices

20 February 2024

Pros and cons of feeding parsley to rabbits, such as nutritional information, serving size, and possible side effects.