Tagged With Small Mammals

Curious rabbit with long ears and fluffy white coat examining a vibrant rainbow of colors

The Rainbow of Rabbit Vision: What Colors Can Rabbits See?

31 May 2024

Rabbits have dichromatic vision, which means they can see blue and green light, which helps them spot predators in green foliage.

Roborovski Dwarf Hamster sitting amongst a pile of fresh spinach leaves

Can Hamsters Have Spinach? The Science Behind Oxalates and Nutrition

30 May 2024

Spinach can be a nutritious snack for hamsters when given sparingly because of its nutritional content.

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.

Artistic image of a dwarf rabbit cautiously eating a mint leaf

Is Mint Safe for Rabbits to Eat? What You Need to Know

30 May 2024

Mint is another herb that can be given to rabbits as an occasional snack, but it should be given in limited amounts because of its potent essential oils.

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.

Close-up of a European rabbit with slightly open mouth, revealing its long, continuously growing teeth

The Teeth of Rabbits: Anatomy and Evolution of Rabbit Dentition

30 May 2024

Rabbits have 28 teeth - 16 on the top and 12 on the bottom, and they grow continuously throughout their lives.

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.

Curious Peruvian guinea pig with long, silky fur looking at a shallow ceramic water bowl

Can Guinea Pigs Drink from a Bowl? Why Water Bottles Are Best

29 May 2024

Water bottles are the most reliable way to offer guinea pigs fresh, clean water on a regular basis, as opposed to water dishes.

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.

Medium-sized capybara sitting uncomfortably on a couch in a household setting

Can You Have a Capybara as a Pet? What You Need to Know

25 May 2024

Capybaras are difficult to keep as pets because they need a lot of room and care that most people can't offer, but that hasn't stopped their popularity from rising.

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.