If you are considering adopting a dwarf hamster, you're in for a fun and gratifying experience. But before you open your heart and home to one of these warm and beguiling creatures, you should consider carefully what is required to care for these furry little critters that are sometimes called "pocket pets".Dwarf hamsters are much littler than their common cousins, the Syrian or Golden Hamster, which are usually about 8 inches long. Depending on...more
If you have been researching dwarf hamsters for any length of time, then you have probably come across mention of the Chinese dwarf hamster. And you may have passed over considering this little fellow as a pet when you when you read the description "rat-like" or "mouse-like". If that's the case, you're doing yourself a terrible disservice because, of the four species often referred to collectively as "dwarf hamsters", this delightful pocket pet...more
For fish hobbyists, plastic aquariums were one of the biggest technological advances in the hobby. Coming shortly after the invention of silicone adhesive made metal-framed glass aquariums all but obsolete, acrylic aquariums haven't completely replaced their glass counterparts, but are the material of choice for many fish owners. Thanks to manufacturing techniques such as injection mold design, plastic can be formed into a wide variety of fascinating shapes. This holds true for plastic fish tanks, which have been made into everything from gum ball machines to furniture such as coffee tables.While acrylic does offer benefits over glass, such as being lighter and more forgiving of bumps, there are some minor down sides that need to be taken into consideration as well when bringing an acrylic aquarium into your home. After all, this is a much bigger investment than a Ball Qube, and displaying living creatures always requires much more care than simple collectibles.While acrylic allows a great view of your finned friends due to a high transparency, it also scratches more easily than glass. Care must be taken when cleaning acrylic aquariums. Avoid using paper towels, as well as abrasive...more
German Shorthaired Pointers are a rather intelligent, happy and quite energetic. They aim to please their owner and enjoy the family environment. Due to their active nature exercise and training of this breed is extremely important in order to avoid unwanted behavior. They need ample opportunities throughout the day to release their energy with...more
Crate training dogs is a technique that helps your dog understand where to go to pee and defecate. Training a puppy takes patience and persistence but it will be worth it in the long run. Keep in mind that crate training dogs takes a little longer than other types of training. Over time dogs trained in this manner will become very secure with...more
When we think of dogs going with us for rides in the car, most of us get the same image: a group of dogs or one, riding with his head out the window, tongue hanging down as he captures every drop of air, blissfully enjoying the wind in his face. Most of us smile when we see this. But did you know that this is not safe for him, or for you, the driver? Below you will find information to educate you about the benefits of safe travel, and some tips to help you avoid needless stress, injury, or worse.Why be safe with your dog in the car? Isn't he a safe just sitting in the back?It is always a good idea to be safe in the car with any animal. Accidents can happen and just like people, animals can become severely injured or die in car accidents if they are not properly looked after. While he may be sitting easily on your backseat for now, if you have to stop suddenly, he may find himself thrown around and into something dangerous or into you. A nervous or excitable dog may try to climb his way into the front seat with you, causing an accident. So what options do you have for traveling safely? As the dog owner, you have a surprising array of products designed to help you travel safely. Here...more
Chicken Coop Plans are now accessible through the Internet. Thus, people who find it interesting to create chicken coops for fun, food, or business, can now take advantage of it. One of the many reasons why individuals want to build it is to provide...more
It doesn't always become possible to live with the pet. At some point of time in our lives, it becomes necessary to leave the pet behind. For instance, when you have to go for a work trip or when you are taking a vacation, in such cases, there is no...more
If you are new to the world of breeding golden retrievers then it is at most importance that you should understand that breeding golden retrievers is not an easy job. If you want to become a reliable golden retriever breeder, then you must be very...more
Have you ever wondered why there are so many different types of cat toys? Sure, it goes without saying that cats love to play but did you also know that there are different cat play types? Every cat has a propensity towards one or more types of play...more
Our dog's health is one of the main priorities of most pet-owners. Because our pets nowadays are already exposed in some artificial flavorings and preservatives, they acquire some illnesses that can affect their health. In addition, lack of exercise...more
If you love animals then you are more than likely to have a few different ones and you will need to ensure that they all get along together. Depending on which one you had first will determine how long it will take for your existing pet to adapt....more