by Dianne Cook, LVT If you’ve ever witnessed a rabbit or rodent eating in the wild, you’ve may have noticed their meals don’t always come easy. Instead, they use their keen senses and naturally athletic bodies to seek out and dig up or stretch to reach the very best morsels. On the opposite spectrum, our …
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Author: Dianne Cook, LVTUpdated: June 6, 2023 Let’s face it, small mammals have garnered a reputation for being destructive. In reality, most of the destructive behaviors small mammals express are simply a way of them communicating that something in their environment isn’t working. If you’re like most pet owners, you desire to provide your regal …
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An enriched guinea pig is a happy guinea pig! Keeping boredom at bay can be easy and affordable with a fun rotation of toys and accessories. Guinea pigs have instinctual behaviors that should be met daily, including: Exploring – Guinea pigs adore exploring and discovering new things! Physical activity and mental stimulation are key in keeping …
Author: Micah Kohles, DVM Chewing is an instinctual behavior of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, and other small pets. The many benefits of chewing include healthy dental wear, mental stimulation, preventing obesity and boredom-based behaviors, and the opportunity to build the bond with your pet. Learn more as Dr. Micah Kohles of Oxbow Animal Health provides …
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As pet parents, we provide our companions with the nutrition they require to thrive each day. Providing the right balance of daily nutrition helps ensure that our pets are happy and healthy. Even with the right nutritional balance, however, you may find yourself wondering if there’s anything else you can do to make your pet’s …
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Physical enrichment involves introducing anything into your pet’s daily routine that encourages physical activity in instinctual and challenging ways! Here are some fun ways to provide physical enrichment: 1. Get your pet out of his enclosure for some supervised exercise in a pet-proof room or an outside enclosure! 2. Provide different toys and accessories in …
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