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Dr. Luqman Javed

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5 Types of Hamsters Kept as Pets: Info, Pictures, History & Vet-Verified Info

5 Types of Hamsters Kept as Pets: Info, Pictures, History & Vet-Verified Info

Although there are more than 20 species of hamsters in the world, only a small number of these are generally considered suitable for keeping as pets. Some owne…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Why Are Quaker Parrots Illegal in Some States? Pet Legality Explained (Vet-Reviewed Info)

Why Are Quaker Parrots Illegal in Some States? Pet Legality Explained (Vet-Reviewed Info)

Quaker parrots (Myiopsitta monachus) are a type of South American bird with bright green and yellow plumage, widely beloved for their zany, clownish personalit…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Do Parrots Make Good Pets? Vet-Approved Facts, Pros & Cons

Do Parrots Make Good Pets? Vet-Approved Facts, Pros & Cons

While parrot owners will tell you that their feathered friends are fantastic companions and rewarding pets, the truth is that parrots aren’t the right pets for…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
How to Tame a Parrot: 7 Effective Vet-Approved Steps

How to Tame a Parrot: 7 Effective Vet-Approved Steps

Most people who adopt a parrot into their family desire to have a tame, affectionate, and interactive bird as a pet. Unfortunately, this can be difficult if th…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
How Long Can You Leave a Hamster Alone? Vet-Verified Care Tips

How Long Can You Leave a Hamster Alone? Vet-Verified Care Tips

Just because you have a hamster at home doesn’t mean you can’t get away from time to time. But before you take your next trip, you need to know exactly how lon…

Adam Mann
By Adam Mann
Can Hamsters Jump? Reasons, How & Why They Jump (Vet-Verified Info)

Can Hamsters Jump? Reasons, How & Why They Jump (Vet-Verified Info)

Do hamsters have a spring in their step, or are they forever earthbound little fluff balls? Let’s clear the air: yes, hamsters can jump. But they usually do it…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Are Ferrets Rodents? Vet-Approved Taxonomical Facts & Info

Are Ferrets Rodents? Vet-Approved Taxonomical Facts & Info

Considering ferrets' resemblance to animals like squirrels, you might be under the impression that they are all related. But are ferrets really rodents? No, fe…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Hamsters vs. Gerbils: The Main Differences (Vet-Verified Info With Pictures)

Hamsters vs. Gerbils: The Main Differences (Vet-Verified Info With Pictures)

Undoubtedly two of the most common animals bought as first-time pets for children, both hamsters and gerbils are adorable, excitable, and entertaining. Despite…

Cheryl Regan
By Cheryl Regan
Do Hamsters Get Lonely? Vet-Verified Compatibility Guide

Do Hamsters Get Lonely? Vet-Verified Compatibility Guide

Dogs are pack animals and cats are more solitary, independent pets, but where do the smaller furry pets fall in that social spectrum? Like hamsters, for instan…

Codee Chessher
By Codee Chessher
Do Bearded Dragons Like to Cuddle? Vet-Approved Reptile Bonding Facts

Do Bearded Dragons Like to Cuddle? Vet-Approved Reptile Bonding Facts

You've probably seen those cute videos of bearded dragons snuggling up with their owners and thought, "Aw, do they really like to cuddle?" While they might not…

Melody Russell
By Melody Russell