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Heathrow Airport Pet Travel
With Heathrow Airport seeing over 60 million passengers each year pass through its doors, many will no doubt be arriving or departing with pets in tow. Flights span the whole globe across the five terminals at the airport, and before boarding, whether flying into or out of Heathrow you will need to be fully aware […]
How Often Do Leopard Geckos Shed?
If you own a Leopard Gecko or a snake you have probably noticed the occasional shedding of skin. For the more novice owners, this can often be a time of confusion or even worry but the more experienced reptile owners will tell you it is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. Leopard Geckos will […]
Why Has My Tarantula Stopped Eating?
Over the past few years, there has been a significant rise in the ownership of more exotic pets. Geckos, Spiders, Snakes, Axolotls and more. Whilst it leads to a great talking point and something potentially more interesting than your more typical pets, it can lead to significantly more questions surrounding the care of the animal. […]
Are Cockatoos Easy to Care For?
Despite dogs and cats being the most popular pets in the UK thanks to a combined ownership of approximately 25 million, indoor birds are fast becoming a pet of choice for many animal lovers. At the last count, it was estimated that 2.5 million feathered friends were now homed in the UK by lovers of […]
The Most Unusual Pets you can Keep if you Live in the UK
Many of us love to have a pet in our lives. They provide companionship, love, and entertainment. Traditionally, dogs and cats fill the pet-shaped spaces in our lives, but more and more people are turning to exotic pets. There are currently over 13,000 different exotic pet species being kept in the UK and 4000 wild […]
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Moving Abroad with Exotic Pets
Moving abroad alone is stressful but add in relocating your pet as well and this can produce many more challenges. However, leaving your beloved pet behind isn’t an option. When considering moving abroad with your exotic pet it’s advised to plan ahead because there are many preparations needed that you must start months in advance. […]
Shipping Birds Overseas: How to Reduce Stress
Stress is something that birds are particularly vulnerable to experiencing. As a prey animal, birds have heightened senses and any changes to their surroundings and environment, loud noises and movements, can easily trigger a stress response. Due to their sensitivity to stress, shipping birds is often a significant stress-inducing event, yet it is often unavoidable. […]
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What Should I Do When My Snake is Shedding?
Snakes are fascinating reptiles and owning one is a very rewarding experience once you learn exactly how to care for them. For first time snake owners it can be a worrying time when your snake first sheds its skin. After all, you want to ensure your snake is healthy and all is well with them. […]
The Pros and Cons of Ducks as Pets
Ducks are cute as you like and can be a great pet if you have the appropriate space and environment to keep them. However, they’re not for everyone and as would expect with any other pet, keeping ducks do come with certain responsibilities. Maybe you’ve been considering keeping ducks as pets for some time or […]
What Chicken Lays The Most Eggs
Deciding to keep your own chickens for egg production is a great way to enjoy both the supply of this extremely versatile protein source and the unique behavioural qualities of their producers! Not only is it a cost-effective and sustainable option it can also be an ethical one if you choose to keep your chickens […]