Pets Blog

Chinese dwarf hamsters originally come from northern China and parts of Mongolia. They are becoming more popular as pets, but many people do not know how to care for them properly. If you would like to learn more about Chinese dwarf hamsters, then you will want to read this article. Specifically, we will talk about owning a Chinese dwarf hamster and the challenges that they present for the pet owner.

Before going out and purchasing one though, there are a few things that you need to be aware of. First off, they do not always make the best of pets for certain people. Because these little guys can sometimes be aggressive, most experts agree that small children can often have a difficult time handling them. Chinese dwarf hamsters can be very friendly creatures, but they can get aggressive with other hamsters. It is best to not keep them in pairs, especially female hamsters, since they are the dominant sex and can get very aggressive with males. Occasionally, the male hamster can even be killed.

The Chinese dwarf hamster can grow up to 9 cm in length, and usually have a lifespan of close to three years. Though they are small in size, they are extremely fast and are usually pretty active. It is always a good idea to give them plenty of room to move around, so you’ll need to make sure that you have a large enough cage to house them. By having a larger space, they are also usually much happier and easier to keep as pets. Their diet normally consists of vegetables, nuts, and commercial hamster food. Hamster treats can also be given to them in moderation. Basically, they can be fed the same diet as any other rodent.  Read more...

I first heard about pet insurance almost six years ago when I saw a magazine ad which directed me to a website for a quote.

I can’t remember which company it was for, but I remember the pet insurance rates listed were about $20 per month, per pet. Being a broke graduate student at the time, I didn’t make the purchase.

It surprises me today how many pet owners have faced daunting vet bills, yet how few have heard of pet health insurance. And now that I work for Pets Best Insurance, people always ask “How much would it be for my 8 year-old Great Dane?” or “Would your plans cover my cat’s urinary tract problems?”

There are a few things to consider when shopping for a pet health insurance company. While excellent customer service, fast payment and easy online account maintenance is a plus (Pets Best Insurance offers all of these), for many of us, it comes down to monthly pet insurance rates. When I adopted my dog Jayda last spring, I was pleased to discover I would’ve chosen Pets Best Insurance even if I didn’t work here. One company offers 45 days of free coverage and a discount the first month after that, but after I did a little research, switching to Pets Best Insurance was a no-brainer.

For me, it was important to have a variety of deductibles to choose from, in order to get the perfect monthly pet insurance rates. I also didn’t want to be nickled-and-dimed to death with things like extra cancer coverage. (Pets Best Insurance plans cover cancer, so long as the cancer isn’t pre-existing.)

I was surprised to see some companies require a full 30-day waiting period, so you’re paying for an entire month with no coverage—which didn’t seem very fair to me, and didn’t seem to make sense for my dog’s health care.  Read more...

When we can spend so much amount of money on ourselves than why not on our pets?? The ways we need a bed to relax after a long tiring day event hey need the same. A good bed for your dog can last for years and also it’s the perfect place for your dog to relax. You need to select the perfect bed for your dog depending on its uniqueness and personality. Size of the bed matters a lot for every pet.

A small breed would require a smaller bed and larger would require a spacious bed. Some smaller breeds prefer having larger beds eg: Chihuahua. That depends on their behavior too. Chihuahua which is a small breed of dog needs a bigger bed because they tend to behave as if they are larger breed of dogs and they love to rest their little head in giant bed. A bed makes them feel protected and secured and so it’s very important that they get a perfect bed according to their requirement. Do keep a check on the material used in the bed. Sometimes some different material used in making may cause allergies to your pet. Also if your dog prefers playing a lot than and you need to take it to the garden than get a dog carrier and you can carry your pet to all the places easily. A right carrier for your dog can make its travel fun and happy. You can safely carry your dog from one position to another and also it looks great.  Read more...

When we think of summer we think of the outdoors and fun with our pets. Then we think a little harder and remember the disagreeable side, such as insects and allergies as well as diseases spread by insects. You need to prepare to meet the onslaught with all the weapons available from your vet/pet care centre. You should get to know your area and what type of dangers your pet is likely to face.

Here are a few of the more common safeguards you need to consider to keep your pet happy and comfortable in summer:  Read more...

• Annual booster shots. Make sure your pet’s injection regimen is up to date. Especially dogs and cats are more likely to come into contact with other animals, if you visit public places with them.
• De-worming. Worms multiply and mature quickly in the warmer season, and some eggs, such as tapeworm, are carried by fleas.
• Fleas, flies, midges, lice and in some areas, ticks. These carry disease, internal parasites and are unpleasant and harmful to all pets. You can find preparations, internal or external, for all these pests. For some of them injections can help, for others, collars or repellent sprays. There are a great many natural, herbal products available too.
• Allergies and skin diseases affect most animals that are susceptible or have a lowered immunity for some reason. Molds, pollens, insect excretions, certain foods, and great many other allergens affect animals just as they do humans. However in those animals that are vulnerable, allergic reactions most often manifest themselves in their coats and skins, but occasionally in other ways, such as asthma. There are many preparations to apply topically from veterinary preparations to herbal products. Sometimes antihistamines or corticosteroids are administered internally by mouth or injection. Food should always come under scrutiny and often a hypoallergenic diet is the answer.

Nowadays, pet owners understand and realize the fact that their pets can be comforted well by the presence of an experienced pet sitting service provider. It is unlikely that pet owners carry their pets along on trip abroad. Most airlines do not allow them aboard. Also, most hotels and lodging facilities do not accept them inside their premises. So, pet owners have just one option of leaving their animals in care of an experienced professional.

The route of kenneling has become a popular option these days. It gives and ensures a comfortable option for pet owners to provide the best applicable space for animals in absence of their owners. Before choosing a pet sitting option, you can easily find a service that matches your needs to the fullest. Most pet business allows pets who are kept in small quarters. They are usually taken out for meeting their usual daily routine work else they are given their own space to enjoy to the fullest.

Try to know Pet sitting rates:
Most owners make the mistake of engaging services without enquiring about rates. It will create an embarrassing situation for both the parties. Being a smart service taker, you should enquire about rates in advance and also compare prices by enquiring about similar services in the neighboring areas. You can talk to other owners who usually need such services and learn from their past experiences. By doing so, you will come to know about genuine service providers who know how to pass on the value to their clients.