Tagged With Urban Keeping

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.

Woman walking a small, energetic Welsh Corgi on a leash through the aisles of a Home Depot store, with the dog looking up at the shelves with curiosity

Can You Bring Dogs Into Home Depot? Their Pet Policy Explained

19 May 2024

Home Depot's dog policy, covering topics like when service dogs are permitted and how to responsibly take your dog to the store.

Curious duck sitting next to a small litter box, examining it with hesitation

Potty Training Ducks: An Investigation Into Possibilities and Constraints

15 May 2024

Ducks can't be potty trained because of their physical make-up, however, there are ways to deal with duck poop and keep their living space clean.

A large grey Flemish Giant rabbit hopping alongside a Rhode Island Red chicken in a grassy backyard setting

Can You Keep Rabbits and Chickens Together? What to Know

9 May 2024

Things to think about before you decide to house rabbits and chickens together, such as the pros and cons, housing, feeding, and how to introduce them to each other.

Raccoon with a mischievous expression crawling through an open window and rummaging through a kitchen cabinet

What Do Raccoons Eat? A Look at Their Hunting Behavior

8 May 2024

Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores and will prey on and consume rats, mice, and other small rodents, but they mostly eat plants.

A woman crouching down to pet a Labrador Retriever in the entryway of a Tractor Supply store, with a Tractor Supply employee visible in the background

Can You Take Dogs in Tractor Supply? Pet Policy Explained

3 May 2024

Tractor Supply Company's pet policy, covering everything from what pets are permitted in their stores to the rules for animals in general.

Labradoodle on leash sitting patiently on a rocky overlook in Yosemite National Park, with the Half Dome formation visible in the distance

Can You Take Dogs to Yosemite? Pet Policies in the Park

1 May 2024

Dogs are permitted in Yosemite under specific conditions, including being on a leash, only in certain areas, and adhering to other rules.

A large brown rat cautiously approaching a cockroach on a kitchen floor, with a predatory expression

Do Rats Eat Cockroaches? Uncovering Nature's Surprising Symbiosis

27 April 2024

Rats are opportunistic omnivores and will consume cockroaches, which has implications for both public health and pest control efforts.

Photorealistic image of a well-behaved Pug puppy standing on the counter of a Starbucks cafe, surrounded by Starbucks cups and pastries, with a cheerful Starbucks barista in the background smiling and handing the puppy a 'Puppuccino'

Can You Bring Your Dog to Starbucks? A Look at the Pet Policies

22 April 2024

Starbucks' dog-friendly rules, the Puppuccino, differences in local laws, and the opening of the first pet-friendly Starbucks in South Korea.

A sleek, grey Mini Rex rabbit with large alert ears standing guard at the entrance of its burrow in a nighttime forest scene

Rabbit Nighttime Dangers: What Can Kill Your Bunny at Night?

19 April 2024

The many nocturnal dangers that rabbits encounter, such as predators, diseases, and habitat destruction that can threaten their existence.

A dog owner happily interacting with two well-behaved dogs in a neatly kept backyard

How Many Dogs Is Too Many? Exploring Dog Limits Responsibly

18 April 2024

Things to think about when determining the right number of dogs for you, such as local laws, how much time you can dedicate to each dog, and the pros and cons of having multiple dogs.

Close-up portrait of a curious-looking raccoon with a distinctive black mask and striped tail

How Long Do Raccoons Live? Understanding Their Longevity

29 March 2024

The average raccoon lives to be about two to three years old. However, there is a lot of variation in how long raccoons live in the wild and in captivity, with things like predators and living in urban areas affecting their life expectancy.