Breeding sugar gliders is definitely not for the faint-hearted! Numerous seemingly minor stressors may lead to infanticide in sugar gliders. Although cute and cuddly, it is essential to remember...
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Why Is My Sphynx Cat Always Hungry? The Sphynx’s High Metabolism Explained
Pickles enjoys her dry food main meal before a desert of wet food is served. Her owner feeds dry food before providing wet food, as dry food is more calorie-dense to ensure that she consumes...
Are Munchkin Cats Prone To Back Injuries? Do Their Backs Hurt?
Munchkins are prone to spinal conditions such as IVDD, sacroiliac arthritis, and spondylosis. The symptoms of chronic or slow onset pain can sometimes be subtle and are easily missed by pet...
Why Do Sugar Gliders Bite? Everything You Need To Know About Sugar Glider Bites
How can such a small creature be so feisty? Sugar gliders are usually very docile once bonded to their owners; however, if you own sugar gliders, you may experience a bite on the odd occasion. To...
Will cross-breeding a Sphynx cat to a furry cat breed result in hairless or furry-coated kittens? This article will simplify the complicated genetics of hairless cats to answer this question. In...
Will Sugar Gliders Get Along With Cats, Dogs, And Other Small Pets?
It is not advised to house sugar gliders with other small exotic pets; however, sugar gliders may get along with certain species of pets if precautions are taken to ensure safe interaction between...