Articles for tag: First Pet, Low Maintenance Pets

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Your First Pet Goldfish

Goldfish make wonderful, low-maintenance pets for people of all ages. They are perfect for a child’s first pet since they don’t require much care yet still teach responsibility. Goldfish are also great for college students and young adults living in dorms and apartments where many other pets are not permitted. These little fishies are easy ...

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How to Bathe Pet Rabbits More Safely

One of the most common questions I get from fellow owners of pet rabbits is, “Can pet rabbits have baths?” Most vets and websites geared toward caring for pet rabbits will tell you that you should not bathe your bunny unless you absolutely have to, because there are so many risks. The stress of the ...

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Rabbits and Dogs Are More Alike Than You Might Think

Are you shopping for a pet? Have you considered getting a rabbit? As spring emerges, many families purchase pet rabbits, especially around Easter. Having a pet rabbit requires more consideration and work than you might guess. Despite the challenges of keeping a rabbit for a pet, they are intelligent, trainable, compassionate animals, compatible with dogs, ...

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How to Care for Your Pet Chinchilla

Chinchillas make great low maintenance pets. They can be given lots of attention or very little and seem to do equally well. You can recognize a chinchilla because they have a rodent shaped face with a squirrel-type tail and are incredible soft to touch. The chinchilla grows its fur so thickly that no parasites like ...

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Taking Care of Pet Turtles

Pet turtles are often labeled easy to care for, low maintenance pets. This isn’t entirely true. Pet turtles require specialized care and feeding and can get sick and die easily unless you know exactly what they need. Here are a few tips for taking care of pet turtles that can help you have turtle success. ...