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Rabbits are allowed to eat tomatoes, but because tomatoes are not a primary part of their diet (that would be hay), they should be fed only in moderation, says Denise Pancari, DVM, a veterinarian and co-owner of Animal Medical Hospital, in Centereach, New York. Check out some of the reasons why tomatoes offer health benefits: Vitamins and antioxidants: “Tomatoes are a good source of many vitamins, such as C, A, and K,” Dr. Pancari says. “They are also rich in lycopene, which is an antioxidant.” Hydration: This juicy produce is chock-full of water, providing an additional source of hydration for your hopping cutie. Low calorie count: Like many other types of produce, tomatoes are low in calories, which can help your bunny maintain a healthy weight.,Jump to section Benefits of Tomatoes for Rabbits Risks of Tomatoes for Rabbits How Many Tomatoes Can My Rabbit Have? How To Feed Tomatoes to Rabbits FAQs About Rabbits and Tomatoes

You can either purchase a ferret from a breeder, or adopt one from a ferret rescue organization or humane society. The average cost of purchasing a ferret from a breeder can range $100-$400, while adopting one from a rescue generally costs $50-$300, says Dwight Alleyne, DVM, a veterinarian at Acres Mill Veterinary Clinic in Canton, Georgia. Dr. Alleyne says costs vary depending on where you live, and where you purchase or adopt from, as well as factors such as the ferret’s age (younger ferrets are often more expensive) and type of ferret, since those with specific lineage or desirable traits may cost more. For example, champagne and chocolate varieties (costing $200-$300) are more expensive than albino, sable and black sable varieties ($100-$200), while cinnamon-colored ferrets are more expensive than all the above ($300-$400).,Jump to section Cost of Buying or Adopting a Ferret First-Day Ferret Supplies Ferret Costs Over Time

Bringing home a guinea pig is a big moment—and one of the first (and most important) things you’ll need to do is set up a safe, cozy space for the arrival of your new pet.   Guinea pigs may be small, but they have big needs when it comes to housing.   A well-designed cage gives your guinea pig the room they need to play, sleep, eat, and feel secure. It also makes your life easier by streamlining cleaning and bonding time.  In this article, you’ll learn how to choose the best guinea pig cage for your space, budget, and piggy’s lifestyle—whether you’re starting with one or adopting a bonded pair. You’ll find tips on what to look for, how to set up your guinea pig’s home, and product picks that will make getting started a breeze. 

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Guinea Pig Names Alvin OK, so the famous Alvin is a chipmunk, not a guinea pig. But if your guinea pig loves to sing just like Alvin does, feel free to repurpose his name for your pet. Andes If you have a Peruvian guinea pig, name them after these mountains in the country of Peru. Amazon Part of the Amazon Basin rainforest is in Peru, making this an appropriate name for a Peruvian guinea pig. Bacon No, you shouldn’t feed bacon to your pet, but you can give them this moniker that references the “pig” in their name. Blaster In the film “G-Force,” Blaster (voiced by Tracy Morgan) is part of the G-Force team of animals trained for special missions like stopping an evil billionaire from taking over the world. Buck A reference to guinea pigs’ ever-chomping buck teeth. Bugsy In the 2008 film “Bedtime Stories,” Bugsy is a guinea pig with large, animated eyes who belongs to Skeeter’s niece and nephew. Cashew This long-haired black and white guinea pig belonged to Gavin Orsay in the TV series “House of Cards.” Chatty If your guinea pig is a talker, give them this name. Chico For Peruvian guinea pigs, this name meaning “boy” also references the Norte Chico civilization dating back to 3500 BCE in Peru. Chirpy Some guinea pigs make a chirping sound to communicate. Chomper Your guinea pigs’ teeth (aka their “chompers”) keep growing throughout their lives. Chubbs For a girthy guinea pig. Coco A play on chocolate for brown guinea pigs, or a nod to Coco Chanel, for effortlessly chic furballs. Cottonball Perfect for white guinea pigs who might be mistaken for clouds of fluff. Darwin In the film “G-Force,” Sam Rockwell voices Darwin, another guinea pig on the specially trained animal squad. Dawn Guinea pigs are typically most active around dawn and dusk, so if your furry friend has fur the color of the sunrise, give them this name. Dusk If your guinea pig is more gray or black, on the other hand, opt for Dusk as a name. Ellis American writer Ellis Parker Butler’s story “Pigs Is Pigs,” which tells the story of a railway agent and customer arguing over the correct rate for shipping two guinea pigs, was turned into a Walt Disney cartoon in 1954. Farrow This English boys’ name stems from an old English word meaning “young pig.” Fluffy For the guinea pig with extra soft, fluffy fur. Furball For the fuzziest guinea pigs. Gabriella A classic and beautiful Italian name that’s sounds great when you pair it with your pet’s species: Gabriella the Guinea Pig. Bella, Ella, Gab or Gabby work as nicknames. Gizmo For the guinea pigs who never seem to run out of energy, just like their namesake in the movie “Gremlins.” Guinness Perfect for the guinea pig owner who loves beer. Hamlet With “ham” right there in the name, Shakespeare’s famous play also happens to be a punny reference to your “pig.” Inca This ancient empire originated in the Peruvian highlands, making it a historical name for Peruvian guinea pigs. Juarez Voiced by Penélope Cruz, Juarez is a secret agent guinea pig trained to complete special missions along with his squad in the film “G-Force.” Lima A nod to the capital of Peru for Peruvian guinea pigs. Linny In the Nick Jr. series Wonder Pets, Linny is a superhero guinea pig. Milky This name is especially apt for cavies with milky white fur. Miss Piggy For female guinea pigs, this name shared by a famous Muppet fits the bill. Oinker Your guinea pig is unlikely to oink like a pig, but they do make wheeking sounds and hey, that’s close enough. Old Major The prize boar from “Animal Farm,” this is a good guinea pig name for piggies with a rebellious personality. Olga In the “Olga da Polga” series of children’s books, Olga is a guinea pig who exaggerates the events of her life when she tells her friends about them. Oreo Perfect for a black-and-white guinea pig—but sorry, no dunking this cutie in milk. Pancake Sweet, fluffy and golden brown—just like your guinea pig, perhaps. Patches For guinea pigs with differently colored patches of fur. Peanut Give your brown cavy this name and you can call them Little Pea for short. Piglet Too cute to pass up—and an adorable reference to the world of Winnie the Pooh. Pisolino Italian for “nap,” which your guinea pig will be enjoying throughout their days. Popcorn Those little jumps your guinea pig does have a name: popcorning. Poppy A cute nickname that references those popcorn hops. Pork Chop Pork chops should’nt be on the menu for your guinea pig, but that doesn’t mean you can’t give them this quirky name. Porky The name of a classic Looney Tunes pig works just as well for your pet guinea pig. Purrfect Did you know that guinea pigs can purr? It’s just one detail that makes your pet, well, purr-fect. Purla For female cavies, it’s another take on their tendency to purr. (Try spelling it “Pearla” if your cavy has pearl-white fur.) Purrsula A punny revision of the name Ursula, this name is for female cavies who purr. Quechua The language of the Incas, a civilization that originated in the Andes mountains (like guinea pigs). Rodney In the 1998 film “Dr. Dolittle,” Chris Rock voices a guinea pig character named Rodney. Roosevelt President Theodore Roosevelt’s family had several guinea pigs, many of which were named after famous historical figures. Rosita The pig from your favorite animated movie, “Sing.” Siesta Cavies don’t sleep for long periods, preferring to take short naps, aka siestas. Sir Oinks-A-Lot In “The Simpsons,” this is the pig mascot of Springfield A&M university. Snuggles It may look like snuggling, but if you see your guinea pigs rubbing their chin or cheeks across things in their cage, they may be marking them with their scent. Spider-Pig In a memorable scene in “The Simpsons” movie, Homer pretends his pet pig can walk on the ceiling while singing a song about “Spider-Pig.” Toothy Your guinea pig’s teeth will grow constantly throughout their lifetime. Tribble One of the best guinea pig names for Trekkies, this name references the guinea pig-like aliens that first appeared in a 1967 episode of “Star Trek.” Tuppenny In “The Fairy Caravan” by Beatrix Potter, a young guinea pig named Tuppenny leaves home and joins the circus. Wilbur The famous pig in “Charlotte’s Web.”,Are you the proud parent of a new small pet? A ferret or guinea pig, perhaps, or a chinchilla, mouse or hedgehog? Congratulations! Now, it’s time to decide what to call your new furry friend. That’s where our A-Z list of 300 names can help. Will Ferret or Julius Cheesar? We’ll let you decide.

The key to continuing good health is observing your pet. Healthy chinchillas have bright eyes, fresh breath, alert expressions, high energy and good appetites. Fur is smooth, shiny and plentiful. They are agile, move expertly around the cage and rush enthusiastically to the cage door at feeding time. Changes in the droppings are often the first sigh of a problem developing. Monitor your chin’s droppings every day. Healthy chinchillas produce droppings that are moist, firm, evenly colored dark brown and from ¼ to ½ inch long. Watch for the following three warning signs: If droppings start getting significantly smaller, drier or lighter in color, a digestive tract problem may be developing. This can be caused by an infection, a hairball, a sudden dietary change or a blockage from ingesting materials such as rubber or plastic. Diarrhea, caused by spoiled water, an intestinal infection or a change in diet. Food barely eaten. Chinchillas may not exhibit noticeable signs of illness until they are very sick. A sick chinchilla will lost interest in food, look dull/depressed, be lethargic and often sit hunched over in a cage corner.

When choosing a small animal companion, you’ll find a wider selection of pet hamster species than gerbils.,Jump to section Pet Gerbil and Hamster Origins Gerbil Size vs. Hamster Size Gerbil vs. Hamster Appearance Gerbil Behavior vs. Hamster Behavior Gerbil Lifespan vs. Hamster Lifespan Gerbil Cage vs. Hamster Cages

Rats are very prone to respiratory infections. Most rats come from the pet store or breeder with the bacteria or virus that causes these problems already in their system, so there is not much you can do to prevent your rat from carrying the organisms that cause these respiratory problems. Make your rat’s environment as dust-free as possible to help prevent your rat from becoming sicker with a respiratory infection, and offer your rat as good a diet as you can give it. There are many excellent diets in the pet store for rats. Make sure you feed a premium quality brand to keep your rat as healthy as possible.,Q:

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