Rodents - Petculiars

May 19, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at May 19, 2022

Gerbil Lifespan – How Much Do Gerbils Live?

Gerbils are among the cutest little creatures that can be kept as pets. Your kids will surely love to take care of one of these small rodents. This article will give you some interesting details about gerbils, including their health. A pet can be a nice addition to your life, […]

May 16, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at May 16, 2022

Are Bananas Good for Hamsters? Why or Why Not?

Yes, bananas are great for all types and species of hamsters. I even saw a Syrian Hamster in my clinic that would actually want to only eat bananas. Bananas are not only tasty treats for hamsters but they are actually packed with positive side effects. They have an abundance of […]

May 13, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at May 13, 2022

Teddy Bear Hamsters and their Lifespan and Life Cycle

Teddy Bear Hamsters, like most other hamsters, belong to the rodent family. Hamsters are very popular not just as pets, but also as research animals. The article below will tell you all there is to know about the life cycle of this type of hamster. Teddy Bear hamsters are most […]

May 11, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at May 11, 2022

Dwarf Hamsters Lifespan – Will a Dwarf Hamster Outlive You?

A dwarf hamster will have a very short life, having a lifespan of just between 1.5 years and 3.5 years. This means, of course, that it won’t outlive you. Even though you won’t enjoy their company for a lot of years, they are easy pets to keep and they’ll squeak […]

April 29, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at April 29, 2022

Is My Hamster Overweight? – Important Signs

You can usually blame the fur of a hamster for its round size, but this will have its limits. From one point on you should be ready to find out that your hamster might be fatter than it should. So when can you call your hamster overweight? When is it […]

April 17, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at April 17, 2022

Important Tips To Train Your Hamster To Cuddle

Do you have a pet hamster and want to teach it how to cuddle next to you? Some people think that their pets will simply want to start cuddling with them naturally, but that hardly ever happens. This is why it’s very important to teach your hamster how to behave […]

April 12, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at April 12, 2022

Can Hamsters Eat Worms? Any Risks?

Hamsters are omnivores, which means wild hamsters eat a mixture of plants and insects. The best diet for your hamster is the one that is similar to what it would eat in the wild, including fresh vegetables and protein-rich items such as mealworms. So, the answer is a resounding yes. […]

April 5, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at April 5, 2022

Can Hamsters Eat Cockroaches? Any Risks?

You might not know this but cockroaches are pretty nutritious and are slowly starting to pop up in all kinds of weird diets all around the world. The Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine in India (inStem) has conducted a study that has shown that cockroach milk is […]