Dr. Lauren Demos

Turtles are fascinating creatures (and cute!), but how much do you really know about them? You likely know there are many different types of turtles and that t…

By Misty Layne

Cats are fun, entertaining, and even demanding members of the family. For many people, cats are like children and can be as special to them as any other pet. W…

By Melissa Gunter

If you own a dog long enough, it’s only a matter of time before they vomit, gag, or even choke. But while there are times when there’s nothing you need to do a…

By Adam Mann

Sometimes, we feel a bit guilty about our pets not having as varied diets as we do. After all, if we enjoy a bunch of different foods, surely, they would, too.…

By Misty Layne

You want your turtle to enjoy a varied diet full of tasty veggies and fruits, but you know you need to be careful with what you feed your pet. Turtles require…

By Misty Layne

As a turtle owner, you know your pet needs plenty of veggies in its diet, but you might be wondering which vegetables are okay for your pet to eat. After all,…

By Misty Layne

Hamsters tend to get grouped with other pet rodents, such as rats, mice, gerbils, and guinea pigs. While these animals have a lot of similarities, their diets…

By Nicole Cosgrove

Toads may not be the most popular pets, but these friendly, warty-skinned amphibians deserve to be more well-known. They are relatively easy to keep in captivi…

By Genevieve Dugal

Guinea pigs, like other rodents, are prolific breeders that can produce up to five litters each year. Female guinea pigs (sows) can have heat cycles (estrus) a…

By Nicole Cosgrove

If your dog has mastered the perfect “begging face,” it can be hard to resist sharing your dinner with your pet. However, before you give in to your dog’s mour…

By Elizabeth Gray