Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, Let me start off by saying, taking care of Fish and Small Mammals is extremely difficult at points. While I still firmly believe that with parental guidance fish can be great first pets for younger folks, especially if you're a family with a tighter budget, it is pretty scary to know that you will probably miss most of the ailments that … [Read more...] about My Betta’s Eyes are Bulging and are Cloudy… is this Popeye?
Do Cats & Kittens Like Music?
Have you ever been in the situation where your little one jolts out of the room or starts hissing because of the music you're listening to? Oddly enough, I have. With Beau, it seems to be the sound of oboes that terrify him, and sometimes when I'm composing more suspenseful or "thriller" sound designs he has to leave the room because of the stressful sounds. So, what kind of … [Read more...] about Do Cats & Kittens Like Music?
REVIEW: PetSafe/Frolicat Automatic Cheese Cat Toy
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, You may already know that I'm obsessed with buying my cats new toys to try and play with, especially with Beau's most recent weight gain... *sigh* so I thought I'd try a new PetSafe toy since we're already big fans of them! This time around I thought to grab the PetSafe Automatic Cheese Cat Toy, which has been an alright addition to our … [Read more...] about REVIEW: PetSafe/Frolicat Automatic Cheese Cat Toy
Our New Cat is Home! (Cat & Chinchilla Photos)
Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, I can hardly hold my excitement!! Kalista is finally home! She's so adorable and cuddled us right from the get go in the car! She's been fairly curious, which is a great sign, but is also a massive scardy cat...! I love her adorable face so much! The first day, she spent a lot of time hiding under covers (since we didn't let her hide under … [Read more...] about Our New Cat is Home! (Cat & Chinchilla Photos)
How Long Does a Chinchilla Live? How long is their Lifespan?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, Continuing on from the post of how long Dwarf Hamsters live, and how long Betta Fish live, I decided to do some digging to see how long Chinchillas live for, especially now that we have the adorable Gary in our household! Short Answer In the wild Chinchillas live about 8-10 years, however, in captivity they live between 15-20 years. (Which … [Read more...] about How Long Does a Chinchilla Live? How long is their Lifespan?
What is a Dwarf Hamster’s Lifespan? How long do they live for?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, As mentioned in a previous article asking how long Bettas live for, I talk a little bit about the importance of knowing the lifespan of an animal you are hoping to adopt as it may heavily impact your choice to adopt the animal. The same can be said for hamsters, especially because their age is so connected to the care you give to … [Read more...] about What is a Dwarf Hamster’s Lifespan? How long do they live for?
How Long Can a Betta Fish Go Without Food/Eating?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, It's embarrassing to admit, but sometimes as pet parents, we go on vacations and don't have a way to feed our fish, so one of the most frequent questions easily becomes: How long can my fish survive without being fed. Since I keep Bettas, I'm going to speak specifically on them. Simple Answer There are actually too many factors to give a … [Read more...] about How Long Can a Betta Fish Go Without Food/Eating?
Can Cats Eat Watermelon and What Happens to Them If They Do?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, Have you ever eaten something and realized your kitty is mad curious about it? I know Walker, my mom's cat, has no boundaries and will climb all over you to get at whatever you're eating. On the other hand, my cat Beau is a bit more subtle and will watch you from afar and if he sees a piece of food drop onto the floor he'll run in for the … [Read more...] about Can Cats Eat Watermelon and What Happens to Them If They Do?
REVIEW: NonScents Odor Control Cat Litter Deodorizer
Hey Pet Parents and Pet Lovers, I got the opportunity to try out a litter deodorizer for the first time called NonScents Odor Control Cat Litter Deodorizer, and the experience was quite an interesting one. As you may know, I have always been on the hunt for a better litter and have written a number of reviews about litters such as World’s Best Cat Litter … [Read more...] about REVIEW: NonScents Odor Control Cat Litter Deodorizer
Can Hamsters have Bananas?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, It's very important to know what your pet can and can't eat, even if you've got one as small as a hamster! Hammies are a pretty hard species to read, so it can be difficult to know if you're taking good care of them, and unfortunately, a majority of them pass from poor husbandry. So, to bring a bit more awareness to proper hamster care … [Read more...] about Can Hamsters have Bananas?