By guinea-pig-gal, on January 1st, 2010%
The internet is full of work at home employment opportunities and the FDA can’t wait for you to submit your application. One slight problem, there is no compensation involved. Hope you didn’t wander over here looking for some extra disposable cash. Next problem, you didn’t really need to come here to enlist, you are already on the payroll. If you happen to use the sweetener Splenda, or sucralose as it appears in additive form, you already smack in the middle of one big research study being conducted to see just how bad this is for you. Take comfort, you are not really a rat, more a guinea pig in this study. You see, they already found it bad in rats, and didn’t quite have the time to get to us Guinea Pigs yet, as they needed it on the market, and fast.

You represent the nice furry, tan and white guinea pig with white whiskers. One step up the chain removed from rats, and a bit behind the rabbits and dogs as far as the testing process goes on the road to safety. Wait a minute, doesn’t the FDA go through years and years of clinical trails and extensive research studies before allowing any product on the market to ensure its safety? Sure, in a perfect world, that might be the case. Not too many people pull up to the curb at the FDA and confuse it with never never-land. It is an imperfect government agency that, like any other bureaucracy, is full of political pressure and incompetence.

The food and drug industry has hundreds of millions to pour into lobbyists. They pressure the politicians and they pull favors and pressure the FDA. The tried and true method that has been around since our country was founded. If you are a top flight research scientist in your field, you are working for the outside industries as the pay is too good to pass up on. The majority of research the FDA must sift through in the approval process was done by the company seeking approval. Research studies take money, time and personnel which the FDA is poorly lacking in. Would you expect any company seeking approval to submit a stack of data that concludes their product is unsafe or harmful? The data may be buried in some of it, but it is up to the under-staffed FDA to dig it out and it is rarely done. We, as consumers, become the needed study after it is on the market. We start dying or getting sick, they start looking back at the studies they needed to in the first place.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on December 27th, 2007%
Mice Small Animal
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Shake Away 3004503 Small Animal Repellent – Fox Urine Granules, 3 lbs.
$23.95
Sprinkle SHAKE-AWAY Small Critter Repellent Granules lightly around your lawn, bushes, trees, gardens, flowerbeds. For larger areas, sprinkle lightly for three feet then skip three feet and repeat this process until the entire area is covered. SHAKE-AWAY Small Critter Repellent Granules can be sprinkled lightly over bulbs, bushes, flowers and tress for maximum protection….
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Super Pet Guinea Pig Igloo Hide-Out, Large
$3.85
Igloos are made of translucent plastic so you can see your pet inside its Igloo even when your pet thinks its hiding! Igloos are constructed from durable plastic making them easy to clean, plus they’re odor and stain resistant….
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Super Pet CritterTrail Outhouse
$4.00
The CritterTrail Outhouse was developed to take advantage of your small animals natural instinct to go potty in one specific area of their home. CritterTrail Outhouse snaps directly onto your CritterTrail home and it comes complete with free sample of Potty Litter and sifting scoop to help with cleaning the litter. Yes, you really can potty train your small animal pet!…
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If you have small animals or reptiles as pets in your home, then you should consider many things. First, you should look for a pet shop where you can find all the necessary things (minor or major) at the most affordable prices in the market.
You can easily find a large number of physical and online stores where you can find your desired reptile and small animal supplies. But do they assist in your long term sucess? Can they provide you and your pet a true value? Do they offer quality and proven products?
One way to achieve optimal results is by dealing with a pet shop capable of serving both physical and online customers. One such store which has been serving customers for a long period of time is Washington Pet. It is a name renowned for its brands and products especially reptile supplies. Washingtonpet.net is the official website of the store located in Bangor, PA.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on December 23rd, 2007%
Chinchilla Rat
2 Natural Cholla Cactus Wood Rat 12″ Chinchilla Chews
$0.99
4 level Bird Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Rat cages
$99.00
4 level Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Bird Rat Cages
$79.00
5 level Bird Sugar Glider Chinchilla Ferret Rat cages
$95.99
5 level ferret chinchilla sugar glider rat cages
$129.00
Bird ferret chinchilla sugar glider rat cage cages 3997
$199.00
Chinchilla degu rat Guinea Pig cage cages #3923S
$69.00
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By guinea-pig-gal, on December 6th, 2007%
Hamster Gerbil Mice
Hagen Habitrail OVO Mouse Hamster Gerbil DEN
$6.49
Crittertrail X Extreme Habitat Hamster, Gerbil, mice
$24.99
Crittertrail Three. Hamster, Gerbil, Mice Cage. NEW!
$32.99
Hamster gerbil rat mouse accessories tubes ball wheel
$11.50
CRITTERTRAIL HIDEOUT. HAMSTER, MICE, GERBIL. MEDIUM
$5.99
Hamster gerbil rat mouse cage H16xL22xW12 W/Extras
$9.99
Hamster Mouse Gerbil Small Animal cage cages #3428
$24.99
Hamster Mouse Gerbil Small Animal cage cages #3678
$39.00
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By guinea-pig-gal, on December 5th, 2007%
Level Ferret
How to keep ferret smell level low?
How would someone go about keeping the smell level from ferrets as low as possible?
I’ve had two ferrets, and I found that the best way to keep the musky smell to a minimum was to keep the cage clean. Use scoopable litter and scoop out their box/pan daily, or as often as possible. (I can’t remember where I read this but NEVER use pine or cedar cat litter, as the aromatic oils from the wood might cause respiratory problems.) Launder any bedding/hammocks/whatever that they have at least once every two weeks. Also wash any toys regularly.
Contrary to popular misconception the oftener you bathe your little guys and/or gals the stronger (read: worse) the smell will get. Even the gentlest ferret shampoos strip their skin and fur of the natural oils the skin makes to keep the hairs healthy. While you might think this makes the muskiness better it actually makes it worse for a little while, their skin overcompensates by making more oil and therefore more of the scent that some people find offensive. I never bathed my guys more than once every 2-3 months – unless they got into something stinky or dirty (watch out for potted plants!!!) and they smelled fine! You might feel the need to do it more or less often, depending on your (or your roommate’s or parents’) tolerance for the odor, which some people (like me) don’t particularly mind.
But when you do give them a bath, let ‘em play in the sink/tub until they get bored of, it if they want to. If you’ve got one that likes playing in the water, it is soooooo cute and funny to watch ‘em running and splashing in there! Toss in a toy or two that floats and watch the fun ensue!
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By guinea-pig-gal, on November 1st, 2007%
Rat Guinea
Should I get a rat or guinea pig as a pet?
I’ve been wanting a guinea pig for some time now. My dad finally agreed to let me have one. I also want a rat. What would make a more enjoyable pet? I can spare 2-3 hours a day to maintain it. I just want a friendly companion. I already have a large cage that would work for either one.
Which one is the better choice??
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By guinea-pig-gal, on October 30th, 2007%
Rat Mouse Hamster
Is it REALLY! okay to feed my hamster rat/mouse food cuz petsmart gave me rat food at first and Im still not?
ok so im going to vacation soon and its kinda last minute and im letting someone take care of my hamster for a week and Im about to run out is it okay to feed him rat/mouse food because i have a huge bag and i dunno wat to do!
Its fine, hamsters, rats, and mice can basically eat the same stuff. most of the time, bigger animals like rats and hamsters have bigger chunkier food than mice, but it should be fine. your hampster will most likely love the corn kernels, sunflower seeds, and other stuff in rodent food.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on October 15th, 2007%
Sugar Glider Rat
Which is the better pet- A rat or a sugar glider?
Give me your answer and a reason why.I cant decide on which to go for,what are the good and bad qualities of each pet?
lol and to those who think getting a rat is bad i already have a snake and a lizard(a cat and 2 mice which arent so bad) the exotic pets make great pets i think!
I love both my glider and my rat very much but I have to say between the two I would go with the rat.
Gliders live longer *13yrs* but they have sharp claws that feel like little needles and they bite. Also they only come out at night and when you do get them up they turn into a little ball of lightning.
Rats on the other hand are smarter and more social. They sleep when you are away not during they day when you want to play. Also they smell a hundred times better than a glider.
My rat has never bit me.
If you do go with the glider then bye a wheel, they love them.
If you bye a rat, keep lots of carrots around, they love carrots.
Good luck with whatever you pick. ^.^
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By guinea-pig-gal, on October 14th, 2007%
Rat Guinea Pig
what is best to put with a rat? guinea pig or european hampster??
my rat is getting depressed and i want to get him a friend. my mom said either a guinea pig or a big hampster. NOTHING ELSE!!!! and i would like the reasons for getting a hampster or guinea pig. and a reason for not getting a hampster or guinea pig!! THANKS!!!  >
Well, you can’t literally put either of those, WITH a rat.
The rat will kill a hamster, and can severely harm a guinea pig, if the guinea pig doesn’t hurt the rat first.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on October 13th, 2007%
Sugar Glider Chinchilla
Chinchilla, Sugar Glider, and a Cat?
Marvin, my chinchilla, and Bob, my sugar glider, have been teaming up on my cat, Tom. They pick on him constantly. Tom has no idea what to do. he tries to run but they corner him. Bob dive bombs him from the ceiling fan, Marvin uses his wall bounce to cut him off and then they verbally assault him.
How can I get this behavior to stop? I don’t want Tom to kill my rodents, but I want him to stand up for himself and stop acting like a coward. I’d like them to get along, but Tom is acting like a wuss.
Someone please help.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on October 3rd, 2007%
Glider Rat Cage
4 level Bird Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Rat cages
$99.00
4 level Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Bird Rat Cages
$79.00
5 level Bird Sugar Glider Chinchilla Ferret Rat cages
$95.99
5 level ferret chinchilla sugar glider rat cages
$129.00
Bird ferret chinchilla sugar glider rat cage cages 3997
$199.00
4 level Bird Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Rat cages
$99.00
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By guinea-pig-gal, on September 24th, 2007%
Hamsters Rats
Pets are a fonts of enjoyment and fulfillment for most people. Pets like dogs and cats operate as loyal companions to people and are satisfied with tender loving object by their owners. However, there are people who pour out their affection to exotic pets.
Exotic pets are named as such because they aren’t domesticated and tamed and are most regularly found in the lunatic. However, the popularity of exotic animals as pets has encouraged pet supplies to stockpile up on exotic pets to join the rising pressure in the souk.
When a being heard exotic pet, the first thing that comes into his opinion is an animal that is uncommon and maybe brutish. There are wholly harmless exotic pets like hamsters, mice, Guinea Pigs and rabbits. On the other hand, there are also exotic pets that may look heated and wild at first glance.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on September 10th, 2007%
Rat Cage
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Super Pet CritterTrail Outhouse
$4.00
The CritterTrail Outhouse was developed to take advantage of your small animals natural instinct to go potty in one specific area of their home. CritterTrail Outhouse snaps directly onto your CritterTrail home and it comes complete with free sample of Potty Litter and sifting scoop to help with cleaning the litter. Yes, you really can potty train your small animal pet!…
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Super Pet My First Home for Critters, Teal
$54.80
The Deluxe My First Home for Critters provides great living space for unusual critters such as sugar gliders, degus, chipmunks, flying squirrels, and, of course, pet rats! Comes complete with 2 Comfort Shelves, 2 Safety Ramps, Food Dish, and Comfort Wheel. The deep plastic base prevents bedding from scattering while the white wire top makes for easy viewing and superb ventilation. “Pet Safe” narr…
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When owning an exotic pet, the first thing you should respect is the enclose. You should find the right supplies when making an enclosure for your exotic pet. You may also find equipped-made cages that have installed housing systems. If you choose exchange a wind as your pet, you should train a crate that can match the range and model of your meander. The volume of the confine may depend on the age of the twist. You should also believe the environmental living conditions of the turn.
You may also ponder with aquarium tanks as your extra coop for snakes that are fewer than six to seven feet in part and are essential to have swim breaks. For desert snakes, you may coach a divider top enclose to give ventilation. Tropical snakes may penury a crate that has a top cause envelope guard to sustain average temperature.
Make surefire that your confine has tumbler-based screens so that you can behold your pet openly. You won’t have a hard time in cleaning schooner aquariums. However, they are violent since they are pure and should be placed on a steel plunk. You may put concrete round castors so that you can move it easily.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on September 5th, 2007%
Cage Hammocks
How can I make homemade hammocks, and cage supplies for my sugar glider?
You don’t have to answer all my questions, but these are the ?s I have:
1. What type of fabric is safe for Sugar Gliders?
2. How would you hide the sewing sem so their feet don’t get caught?
I found someone around here that was making them for sale..he/she was using a no sew method,and tying them together,as I have seen the kids make big blankets for their beds around here..they’re pretty cool.(BTW,mine definitely has 2 babies…they are out running around now..)
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By guinea-pig-gal, on September 1st, 2007%
Small Animal Cage
There is no need to leave a pet behind when you move. You can take your pets with you, but you need to do some research. One of the easiest moving methods to use when you have pets is a moving truck rental.
There are a variety of different benefits to using a moving truck rental for your relocation project. The biggest benefit of all is the flexibility that you will have when moving your things. If you have pets, then you will need this flexibility. When moving small animals, you need to have that extra room in the cab or in another vehicle to transport them.
Getting Ready
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By guinea-pig-gal, on August 14th, 2007%
Rat Cages
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Super Pet CritterTrail Outhouse
$4.00
The CritterTrail Outhouse was developed to take advantage of your small animals natural instinct to go potty in one specific area of their home. CritterTrail Outhouse snaps directly onto your CritterTrail home and it comes complete with free sample of Potty Litter and sifting scoop to help with cleaning the litter. Yes, you really can potty train your small animal pet!…
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Super Pet My First Home for Critters, Teal
$54.80
The Deluxe My First Home for Critters provides great living space for unusual critters such as sugar gliders, degus, chipmunks, flying squirrels, and, of course, pet rats! Comes complete with 2 Comfort Shelves, 2 Safety Ramps, Food Dish, and Comfort Wheel. The deep plastic base prevents bedding from scattering while the white wire top makes for easy viewing and superb ventilation. “Pet Safe” narr…
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Rat Traps
Many different types of rat traps are available on the market today from live catch traps to traditional break-back traps.
The live catch traps on a whole tend to be cage traps. The rat is tempted into the cage with a bait (many types of bait will work from chocolate to cereals). The bait is placed onto the platform or hook (depending on the design), as the rat is feeding it will trigger the trap and the cage door will close trapping the rat inside.
Knowing your pests
The common rat – rattus norvegicus has been around since the early 18th century, these rats can be found in both urban and rural areas, they can be found both indoors and outdoors and often associated with sewer systems.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on August 8th, 2007%
Rat Guinea
There are several steps to be taken in order to decide if a guinea pig would be the right pet for you and basic Guinea Pig Care tips and information to better put the pet owning in perspective. There are a few things to consider in the general care tips such as if you own other animals that may pose a threat to the guinea pig as cats and dogs can be potentially life threatening.
Lets take a look at a few in depth considerations before purchasing a small animal and alternatively if you have newly acquired a pig than this is the article for you to read to gain some basic knowledge about Guinea Pig Care.
Important Issues Of Pet Ownership
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By guinea-pig-gal, on August 4th, 2007%
Chinchilla Sugar Glider
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Super Pet Chinchilla Sleep-N-Ledge Habitat Attachment
$5.21
Sleep n ledge is a giant version of leap-n-ledge, it provides pets with a lofty ledge for looking, leaping or lounging aroun. Perfect for pet rats, chinchillas, sugar gliders, and other climbing critters. 7 X 6.25 X 1.25 Made Of All Natural, Untreate…
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Sugar gliders health is one of the essential factors that you must be aware of when you are taking these gliders as pets. Having a vet who deals with exotic pets is the most essential step to maintain a good and healthy pet. Most vets do not actually deal with exotic pets and will not able to help you if something is wrong.
You can call you local veterinarian offices and find out if it can provide proper care to meet the needs of your sugar glider. Since sugar gliders are exotic, it can be a hard task to look for a better vet that is appropriate to care for it. If you only got your pet from a pet store or a breeder, you may ask who’s the vet they use for sugar glider health care.
Keep in mind that these exotic pets are still new for being pets. Not everything single thing about it are already known to people. Never try to identify or treat a sugar glider by yourself, you must get a licensed veterinarian to always be contacted for any concerns or even problems that is associated with your pet. Conversely, here are some usual issues about the sugar gliders health that could affect you cuddly pets.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on July 21st, 2007%
Glider Chinchilla
sugar glider or a chinchilla or a lemming?
i want to know….i want either a sugar glider, a lemming(no affiliation with the game), or a chinchilla.
which would be best? and where could i find a lemming?
what prices am i looking at?
i love animals and i want something cute this time. i’ve had three dogs, four snakes, mutiple fishies, about 6 kittens/cats.
i want something not so common yet cute and adorable!
another thing: where can i get them? i have found sugar gliders and htey cost like 100-1500! and with chins they are like 200 and up! i haven’t been able to find lemmings yet. so where can i find one, not too expensive..but good!
Chinchella all the way! they are a great pet and they can live long. They are so cute! I highly recomend getting this pet.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on June 27th, 2007%
Chinchilla Sugar
What’s the best way to build your own chinchilla or sugar glider habitat?
I’m looking to adopt a sugar glider or chinchilla as a pet. Additionally, I will need a habitat. Has anyone had any experience building their own habitat for either pet?
Sugar gliders need an adequate size cage – at least 20 x 20 x 30 inches. A taller cage is better than a wider one because sugar gliders love to climb. Wire cages are best and commercial bird cages work well. You don’t want to use screen door mesh wire, as this is too small and your pet can easily get his claws caught in it. Cages with removable trays are also very handy, because they are easy to clean.
Keep the cage where your sugar glider won’t experience large differences in temperature (usually the best place is indoors). Since they are nocturnal, sleeping during the day, you will want to put the cage somewhere out of the way where it won’t be disturbed by people’s daily comings and goings. But do make sure to keep him where he can see whether it is night or day, so as to not mess up his biological clock.
Inside the cage provide a nesting box where your sugar glider can sleep during the day. Put aspen shavings, shredded paper, or an old cloth in the nesting box for more comfortable sleep. Put shavings on the bottom of the cage also, to absorb droppings and pushed out food. DO NOT use cedar shavings – these can cause respiratory problems. It is also thought that pine bedding may cause problems as well.
To make your sugar glider’s habitat more natural, it is a great idea to put branches in the cage (many bird perches work great, also). Just be sure that the branches you use are clean and don’t have any chemical residues left on them.
Including toys in the cage will give your pet exercise and enjoyment. Many bird toys work great, and also hollow logs or pipes that they can explore and hide in.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on June 14th, 2007%
Chinchilla Rat
Can I put my chinchilla and rat together?
Ive had a male chinchilla for almost a year now and i just got a girl rat. Would they play well together?
Only if you don’t mind having a dead rat.
2 Natural Cholla Cactus Wood Rat 12″ Chinchilla Chews
$0.99
4 level Bird Ferret Chinchilla Sugar Glider Rat cages
$99.00
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By guinea-pig-gal, on June 9th, 2007%
Bed Guinea Pig
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Super Pet Premium Rabbit Hutch
Super Pet premium hutches offer luxury in the great outdoors. Premium hutches feature a durable, versatile wooden design for indoor or outdoor use, plus it’s perfect for use on patios, backyards, or even in the garage. Premium hutches offer comfort for pets with a secure nesting area, solid floor, and safe locking doors. You will love the convenient full sized top opening door, and completely remo…
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Purple & Pink Pet Bed w/ Play Ball
$9.99
This is for the Purple & Pink Pet Bed with Play Ball. It’s brand new and has never been used. The ideal pet bed for any cat & small dog. Has an attached ball for playing with. Since it’s attached – it won’t get lost too! Measures 20″ W x 17″ L x 3″ H. Very soft and nice makes it perfect for your pet or a pet your know……
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524 TUBBY CAGE 38.25X22X19.75 PET CAGE
$136.60
Perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals. 6.5 inch deep tub to contain mess. 2 large doors for easy access to pets. 3 assorted cages per pack. Cage dimensions: 40 x 21 x 21. Perfect for rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small animals.6.5 inch deep tub to contain mess.2 large doors for easy access to pets.3 assorted cages per pack.Cage dimensions: 40 x 21 x 21.Size: LargeSize: Large…
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If you are thinking of adding a pet to your household then why not consider a Cavy. These small animals can make wonderful pets. Here are the top five reasons why owning Guinea Pigs for pets is beneficial and in some cases surprising benefits.
Space
These small pets do not require a large amount of space to be housed in.
- The cage for a single guinea pig should be no less than 7.5 square feet. It isn’t allot of space to have the benefits of ownership. Check with your zoning that you are allowed to have pets, specifically Guinea Pigs
- Guinea pigs spend a good deal of their time in their own space and enjoy time out of the cage. When you let your guinea pig out of the cage to enjoy play time activities, this doesn’t have to be large amount of extra space.
Lower Cost Of Ownership
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By guinea-pig-gal, on June 8th, 2007%
Hamster Rat
Can you give dwarf hamster rat and mice food?
i just got my dwarf hamster a week ago and my parents got a cage that was suppose to be for mice. it had all the things needed for mice and rats and the food as well. i’m wondering if i should continue to feed my hamster rat and mice food since i have a 5lb. bag now. Will it do any harm to my hamster? and is the mice and rat cage too small for a dwarf hamster?
Most food for small rodents is safe for consumption by all small rodents. If you do a search for rat food you find that most of the food is all purpose food for any type of small animal.
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By guinea-pig-gal, on May 31st, 2007%
Bed Guinea
Why does my guinea pig pee on my bed?
Whenever I take my guinea pig out and place her on my bed, she almost immediately pees. However, when she’s out and about on the floor or I’m holding her; she doesn’t pee for like an hour. I just really want to know why she does it. Like is it because it smells like me or something? I read before that Guinea Pigs pee in the sleeping spaces.
She is not trained, that’s why.
Make her go pee pee first, or put her back in her cage after she does that on your bed. Too hard a deal? Just don’t place her on your bed, if she does not behave!
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By guinea-pig-gal, on May 24th, 2007%
Hamster Mouse Mice
Does anybody have any hamster or mouse toys I can make for my 2 mice?
I would like for them to fit inside my cages. (I have Critter Trail 1 and another plastic cage- not sure what it is…)
You can go to any pet store and get toys made for hamsters or ferrets.
You can also get bird toys that hang in the cage. The mice love them and they toys are more durrable than most small animal toys.
There are also a lot of toys that you can home make, like obsitcal courses…using paper towel rolls, spare cloth, random things laying around the house…
A digging box is great for out of the cage…You fill a box with dirt or sand (or shredded paper to keep it from being messy) and hide treats through it….
Mice can make toys out of almost anything…
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