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7 Best Small Animal Pets For Children

Soft and furry rabbits are available in many breeds, with more than 60 rabbit breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. The large selection of rabbit breeds and availability make rabbits a popular children’s pet. Holland Lops, Dutch and Polish are some of the popular bunny breeds, and larger bunny breeds like the Flemish Giant tend to be more tolerant of handling. Although life spans vary, rabbits generally live for about 10 years, which means getting a pet rabbit is a significant commitment. If a child is 10 when a young bunny joins the family, he or she will likely be a high school graduate or beyond for the bunny’s senior years. Rabbits are social animals that generally do best when paired or grouped with other rabbits, but be sure that all rabbits are neutered or spayed to avoid unintended breeding. Rabbits generally do not like to be held or picked up; incorrect handling can result in a rabbit’s nails scratching a child, or a rabbit’s back or legs being injured or broken. Since rabbits groom themselves, shorthaired breeds usually don’t need owners to do much beyond a weekly brushing and spot-cleaning of fur. Rabbits do require regular nail trims, especially if they do not have access to appropriate digging opportunities, and they must have items to chew on in addition to hay to keep their teeth trimmed. Rabbits with maloccluded teeth might need regular tooth trims done by a veterinarian. Long-haired rabbit breeds usually require daily brushing. Rabbits can be litter-trained. Special note: Rabbits absolutely must eat hay, so a rabbit won’t be a good fit if anyone in the house is allergic to hay. Lifetime Commitment: High Needs A Companion: High Likes To Be Held: Low Grooming: Low for shorthaired breeds; high for longhaired breeds,Some small animal pets are more kid-friendly than others. The success or failure of getting a “pocket pet” for a child depends on the choice made by you or your child of which small animal pet to get. Life span, interactions, grooming needs and etc. all combine to make each pet species unique. According to the American Pet Products Association 2011-2012 survey, the top eight small pets are rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, mice/rats, gerbils, chinchillas and ferrets. Here’s a quick review of each species’ child-friendly pet potential.

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Halloween Safety Tips for Pets: What Not to Feed Dogs

This is well-known as being at the top of the “What not to feed dogs” list, but it bears repeating at this time of year. Chocolate contains substances called methylxanthines, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, rapid or irregular heart rate, tremors and seizures. “Dark chocolate is the most toxic,” notes Dr. Howe. White chocolate has the lowest level of methylxanthines, followed by milk chocolate, while baking chocolate has the highest. Even a few ounces of chocolate can make a small dog sick, so no amount or type of chocolate is OK for a pet to eat.,Halloween is one of the happiest days of the year for little ones and adults alike. What’s not to love about a day that’s all about free candy? Well, if your little one happens to be furry, then there’s plenty. Among the top Halloween safety tips pet parents need to know, candy cautions ranks high.

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Help Ease Arthritis in Cats With These 5 Orthopedic Pet Beds

As cats age, their bodies tend to lose muscle tone and blood circulation. Arthritis in cats is caused by cartilage breakdown, causing joints to rub against each other and become inflamed, according to the American Animal Hospital Association. Though a hurting kitty usually won’t show that they are having joint pain, there are signs you can watch for: Decreased activity Poor litter box habits A change in grooming habits Weight changes, whether it’s a gain or loss Being withdrawn and shying away from being touched If you notice symptoms of arthritis in your cat, see a veterinarian for a physical exam. “Partner with your veterinarian on your pet’s condition and your concerns,” says Dr. Kathryn Boyle, a veterinarian at Banfield Pet Hospital. “They can help you determine what therapies, medications, supplements and diet alterations may prove beneficial.”,Falling asleep with achy joints is challenging and not very fun. Fortunately, the right orthopedic pet bed can make a real difference and help ease arthritis in cats. If your cat is battling arthritis, consider swapping their current pet bed for one that provides more joint support. With this guide, you’ll discover just how an orthopedic pet bed can help your arthritic cat, plus you’ll find the best bed for your kitty’s unique needs.

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Paper: Is It Safe For My Bird?

To understand the ingestion of foreign objects, such as paper, in birds, we must first look at some bird behaviors. Birds are very inquisitive by nature, and they tend to explore everything with their beaks. Wild parrots must know instinctively, or by watching other parrots in the flock, what is OK to eat and what to avoid. In a natural setting, unless a bird is exposed to unnatural toxins, debris or refuse from humans encroaching on its environment or non-native plants, it is not likely to be in danger from the ingestion of dangerous material. But in captivity, we are responsible for monitoring everything in our bird’s environment and must always use common sense and our bird knowledge when choosing safe bird cages, toys, perches and food items.,Q.

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How to Include Pets in Your Engagement and Wedding

From facilitating meet cutes to being your beloved third wheel, pets are an important part of relationships. In fact, most pet parents (79%) seek their pet’s approval of romantic partners, and 60% look for other pet lovers when searching for a romantic partner. A whopping 80% of pet parents in a relationship are happiest when they are with both their partner and their pet. When it’s time to take the next step in a romantic relationship—like getting engaged or planning a wedding—pets are right there alongside you to share in the excitement. Whether your pet helps pop the question or joins in on your big day, check out these popular and memorable ways to incorporate your pet in this exciting chapter.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Calico Cats

If you’ve ever shared your home with a calico cat, chances are you had a female cat. And you might have heard that all calicos are female, or that they’re rare, or someone probably referred to the “calico cat breed.” So, what’s the truth about these multicolored creatures of mystery? With these fun facts about calico cats, you’ll be unstoppable at the next trivia night.

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Making Your Home Comfortable for Old Dogs

Our Pug, Poppy, aged so slowly and gracefully that we gradually incorporated changes to our home to accommodate her needs without a lot of conscious thought. For instance, when going up and down our steep wooden stairs in our old farmhouse became difficult for her, we began to scoop her up and carry her without a second thought. We’d been doing this for two years or more when my husband asked one day, “What happens when Poppy can’t do stairs anymore?” “We’ll continue to carry her like we have been,” I replied. He looked surprised. “I thought we just did that because she liked it.” Lifting her small, sweet self was not much of an effort. The other actions we took to keep her comfortable in her final years were simple, too, but helped keep her happy until it was time to say the long goodbye. Below are some ideas that you might incorporate to keep your senior dog content in her later years.

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Water And Your Pet Bird

You’ve probably heard the expression, “You are what you eat.” But perhaps just as important is the quality of water that is consumed. Water—clean, fresh and in ample supplies—is essential to nearly every process of your pet bird’s body. “Water is probably the most important overlooked nutrient of any animal,” says Dr. Julie Burge, DVM, a private practice veterinarian in Missouri. “A bird can live a lot longer without food than it can without water.” Approximately 75 percent of a bird’s body is made up of water. Each day, an adult bird needs to drink enough water to make up 5 percent of its body weight to replace the water lost from waste removal, respiration and evaporation. Water performs a number of important functions. “The normal physiological processes that go on need water to occur,” explains North Carolina veterinarian Dr. Gregory Burkett, DVM. “The insides of cells are water, so if a bird doesn’t drink enough water, then the water that’s inside of those cells leaches out because the body needs to use it, and then the cells dry up like raisins and die.” Water is also needed to flush out the parrot’s body, remove excess minerals and other wastes, to transport nutrients throughout the body and to help regulate body temperature. Without enough water, the blood volume will drop and the kidneys, liver and heart will not function as efficiently as they should.

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