It’s no secret that dried food tends to be better for your dog than wet food. Its crunchy texture helps to clean the teeth and gums, improving oral hygiene. Many super-premium dried foods also contain higher quality ingredients than the average tinned dog food. Lastly, even the most expensive dried foods tend to work out […]
Let’s be honest; owning a dog is a big responsibility. Properly looking after your dog takes considerable time and effort, not to mention money. Fortunately there are a number of ways to save money on your pet care bills when you know what you’re doing. If you’re worried about how much you’re spending on your […]
Looking to get your first pet tarantula but don’t know what species to start with? The reality is that many years when tarantulas first started to gain in popularity there were really only a handful of species seen for sale in pet shops. These days, however, things are very different. There are over 600 different […]
Aquariums are in essence a “closed system” – that is to say that when your fish defecate or food is left uneaten, there is simply nowhere for it go apart from floating around in the water. For obvious reasons, over time this build-up of organic waste can be harmful for your fish, as well […]
For many years budgies have been one of the most popular pet birds. This is hardly surprising; they’re reasonably-priced, full of character and are quite long-lived. However if both you and your budgie are going to get the most possible out of your relationship then it’s essential to get him used to you as soon […]
Two of the most popular small pets available in pet shops are hamsters and gerbils. Traditionally hamsters have been viewed as the best pet – especially for children – but is that really the case? The purpose of this article is simple; to present a balanced view of the “gerbils vs hamsters” argument, in order […]
If there’s one major downside to keeping terrapins is their feeding habits. There are a number of reasons why feeding terrapins has its challenges: Terrapins are carnivorous. In other words you’re going to need to feed most terrapins some kind of meat. This isn’t just expensive – it can be messy too. Terrapins are messy […]
Choosing the right size of crate for your dog is essential for a number of reasons: A dog crate that is too small will make for an uncomfortable journey for your pet A dog crate that is too large may provide too much space for your pet, meaning that can harm themselves during transit In […]
I hate to be the one to say it, but winter is coming. And with winter comes the cold, the wet and the dark. While few of us like to think about winter until it actually arrives, the reality is that it often makes sense to plan ahead. In such a way, not only will […]
What happens if you live in a flat, yet love animals? Certainly it’s likely that keeping a dog or cat in a flat (especially if it’s rented) will be out of the question. But that doesn’t mean to say that you can’t keep any kind of pet. Infact, as it turns out there are all […]
Tree frogs have an enviable reputation; even people that turn white just thinking about keeping pet tarantulas or snakes seem to fall in love with tree frogs. Something about their big round eyes, bulbous toes for climbing and rounded little bodies seems to endear them to people of all ages. If you’re considering keeping tree […]
Read More… from The Beginners Guide to Keeping Tree Frogs as Pets