Sometimes called having a pet “fixed,” spaying (females) and neutering (males) simply refers to removing reproductive organs. In general, there are definite benefits to having your critter spayed or neutered.First of all, it eliminates the chance of a pregnancy. There are so many small animals waiting in shelters to be adopted. When pets have accidental … Continue Reading
A chinchilla diet isn’t complicated, in fact, it’s essential that you keep it simple. Chinchillas have sensitive digestive systems and there isn’t room for fancy additions. Some well-intended chinchilla owners will try to change things up for the sake of fun, but there’s nothing fun about an upset stomach. So, pull up a chair at the dinner … Continue Reading
When it comes to setting up your chinchilla’s crib, coziness should be a top priority. However, hygiene and health should be even higher on the priority list. When it comes to chinchilla bedding, we’re taking both of these head-on. Chinchilla bedding helps your pet feel warm and safe. It’s also what absorbs urine to keep their … Continue Reading
What’s on the schedule today? Ah, a chinchilla dust bath. Just what your fluffy friend needed. Did you know that chinchillas have 60-70 hairs sprouting from just one hair follicle? They have the densest fur of any land animal! Definitely something that we want to take care of. But that thick fur is a doozy to … Continue Reading
Last year I had a patient, Foxy, who had the worst case of bumblefoot I’d ever seen in a guinea pig. When I first saw her shortly after the shelter got her, her back right foot was moderately affected, but regardless of how we treated her (aggressive antibiotics, topical medications, bandaging, better bedding than she … Continue Reading
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