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Do Parrots Fart? Vet-Approved Health Facts

Do Parrots Fart? Vet-Approved Health Facts

If you’re a pet owner who wants to know every detail about your potential new family member, your research may have led you to this article. You’re considering…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Can Dogs Eat Mamey? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Mamey? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Mamey typically refers to the fruit from the Pouteria sapota tree, the mamey sapote. This tree is native to Mexico and Central America and the sweet fruit is p…

Keri-Beth Clur
By Keri-Beth Clur
Why Do Parakeets Puff Up? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Why Do Parakeets Puff Up? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons

Owning any pet comes with specific care requirements, which include things like diet, exercise, and general looking after. But a big part of caring for a pet i…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
Are Cats Scared of the Dark? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Are Cats Scared of the Dark? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

If your ordinarily brave feline is suddenly acting like a scaredy cat as soon as the sun goes down, you might wonder what’s going on. Is your cat truly fearful…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
African Grey Parrot: Pictures, Info, Diet & Care Guide

African Grey Parrot: Pictures, Info, Diet & Care Guide

Gray may be the most neutral of colors, but the African Grey parrot is anything but boring. This gorgeous bird is considered one of the smartest in the avian w…

Elizabeth Gray
By Elizabeth Gray
Why You Should Never Scruff a Cat: Vet-Reviewed Risks & Safety Tips

Why You Should Never Scruff a Cat: Vet-Reviewed Risks & Safety Tips

Cats can be curious and mischievous and get into things they shouldn’t. You may feel like you’re at your wits end trying to keep your cat out of the trash or o…

Jordyn Alger
By Jordyn Alger
How to Pet a Parakeet: 5 Vet-Reviewed Places It's Safe to Touch Your Bird

How to Pet a Parakeet: 5 Vet-Reviewed Places It's Safe to Touch Your Bird

Parakeets are a group of small parrots with long tail feathers and a slender build. Budgerigars (Melopsittacus undulatus), a type of parakeet, are one of the m…

Kit Copson
By Kit Copson
Can Parakeets Be Gay? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Parakeets Be Gay? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Parakeets are popular pet birds known for their vibrant colors and friendly personalities. While many people adore these little avian companions, it’s importan…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
Why Does My Bulldog Stink? 8 Vet-Approved Reasons

Why Does My Bulldog Stink? 8 Vet-Approved Reasons

There are many reasons that dogs being a part of our lives is so rewarding. But there are also a few drawbacks, such as the famous doggy odor! If you’re the pr…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland
My New Cat Is Hiding and Not Eating: Vet-Verified Explanation & Tips

My New Cat Is Hiding and Not Eating: Vet-Verified Explanation & Tips

Bringing home a new cat is such an exciting and scary time! When you adopt a new kitty, particularly if they are a rescue, you don’t know exactly what to expec…

Kathryn Copeland
By Kathryn Copeland