Why not relax and play with your pets every day? It doesn’t matter what kind of pet you have – he needs your attention and will appreciate spending quality time with you. Here are a few ideas for you to try with your pets. Rabbit 1. Build a maze Cut holes in the sides of […]
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That lovely ball of fur with his cute ears can melt any animal lover’s heart. Bunnies have starred in many stories, from Peter Rabbit to Bugs Bunny, and have entertained people both young and old. No wonder people consider rabbits as pets, but it is only in the past 50 or 60 years that they
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As responsible pet owners, we want to ensure that our pets are warm and comfortable during winter. But we must be careful that we don’t overdo it either, as we don’t want them to overheat. Here’s a quick guide to keeping small pets warm in winter. Birds Ideal temperature: 18-22°C (depending on species) Move
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You can prevent yourself and your bunny from becoming bored, and at the same time keep him in shape, build a strong bond with him and stimulate his mind, by playing games with him. You’ll be surprised at what your rabbit is able to do. Playing tag One of the easiest games you can play
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Bunnies are very social animals who love companionship and, once they trust you, they will love you. They might not show their love like humans do – they do it in their own ‘bunny’ way. It is important to understand that a rabbit’s behaviour differs from that of cats and dogs. Here are six signs
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Domestic rabbits are descended from the wild European rabbit – Oryctolagus cuniculus. Over hundreds of years, wild rabbits who were caught and subsequently bred as a food source became more and more domesticated, as the tamer individuals were kept back for breeding. Along with a more relaxed and tolerant personality, other traits also evolved –
Ageing rabbits require different care than younger ones. The average lifespan of a healthy rabbit is 10 to 12 years. We consider them to be ‘seniors’ from seven to eight years old. Older rabbits commonly suffer from arthritis of the joints, kidney problems and tooth problems. They also tend to be less active and often
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That lovely ball of fur with his cute ears can melt any animal lover’s heart. Bunnies have starred in many stories, from Peter Rabbit to Bugs Bunny, and have entertained people both young and old. No wonder people consider rabbits as pets, but it is only in the past 50 or 60 years that they
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Q. The holiday season sees an increase in storms and the use of fireworks. How do I keep my pet calm? A. Startling at loud noises is a normal survival mechanism for animals, because loud noises are often associated with danger. In most cases, when an animal is exposed repeatedly to a noise without anything ‘bad’
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Q. My three-year-old pet gerbil recently started to become ‘wobbly’. She also shakes at times and seems unwell. What could be the reason? A. I’m afraid to say that sadly it does sound as if your gerbil is nearing the end of her life – they really don’t live much longer than two to three years. If
