Small Mammals

Everything you need to know about keeping small mammals, from guinea pigs & rabbits to gerbils, ferrets & rats.

150 Pig Names That Are Anything But Boaring

150 Pig Names That Are Anything But Boaring

by Saleema Lookman, RVT

150 Pig Names That Are Anything But Boaring

by Saleema Lookman, RVT

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The Curly-Haired Mouse: Fancy Breeds & Curl-tastic Cuties
The Curly-Haired Mouse: Fancy Breeds & Curl-tastic Cuties
By Saleema Lookman, RVT
Mice and Rats
10 Fluffy Rabbit Breeds Perfect for Cuddling
10 Fluffy Rabbit Breeds Perfect for Cuddling
By Amber L. Drake
Rabbits
Why Guinea Pigs Can't Eat Meat & What They Need Instead
Why Guinea Pigs Can't Eat Meat & What They Need Instead
By Amber L. Drake
Guinea Pigs
Pet Rat Lifespan: 9 Ways to Keep Them Healthy & Happy
Pet Rat Lifespan: 9 Ways to Keep Them Healthy & Happy
By Amber L. Drake
Mice and Rats
Guinea Pig Intelligence: How Clever Are Cavies?
Guinea Pig Intelligence: How Clever Are Cavies?
By Amber L. Drake
Guinea Pigs
Guinea Pig Diet Guide: Complete Health and Nutrition for Cavies
Guinea Pig Diet Guide: Complete Health and Nutrition for Cavies
By Amber L. Drake
Guinea Pigs

Ferrets

Ferret Lifespan: How to Improve Their Health and Longevity
Ferret Lifespan: How to Improve Their Health and Longevity
By Saleema Lookman, RVT
How to Make Homemade Ferret Food and Treats
By Mychelle Blake
How to Train a Ferret: Simple Techniques for Quick Learning
By Mychelle Blake
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Guinea Pigs

Guinea Pig Cages: Types & Overview
Guinea Pig Cages: Types & Overview
By Amber L. Drake
7 Enriching Guinea Pig Cage Ideas Your Cavy Will Be Crazy For
By Amber L. Drake
14 Guinea Pig Enrichment Ideas That Are Fun For Everyone
By Amber L. Drake
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Mice and Rats

Pet Rat Diet Guide: How and What to Feed These Awesome Pets
Pet Rat Diet Guide: How and What to Feed These Awesome Pets
By Amber L. Drake
5 Steps to Litter Train Your Rat for Easy Cleanup
By Saleema Lookman, RVT
Wild Rats Are Not Like Pet Rats, & You Shouldn't Try to Keep Them
By Amber L. Drake
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Other Small Pets

Furball Fever: Gerbil vs. Hamster in the Battle for Your Heart
Furball Fever: Gerbil vs. Hamster in the Battle for Your Heart
By Amber L. Drake
9 of the Cutest Small Pets You'll Ever See
By Amber L. Drake
Pick the Best Safe Foods & Treats for Hamsters to Eat
By Amber L. Drake
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Rabbits

60 Remarkable Rabbit Jokes That No Bunny Can Resist
60 Remarkable Rabbit Jokes That No Bunny Can Resist
By Heidi Butler
How to Tell How Old a Baby Rabbit Is: Key Clues & Chart
By Christy Caplan
Why Your Rabbit Shouldn't Eat Dog Food (& Other Off-Limits Foods)
By Amber L. Drake
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Small Mammal Names

225+ Names for Monkeys That Will Make You Go Bananas
225+ Names for Monkeys That Will Make You Go Bananas
By Kristin McCarthy, M.Ed.
Long List of Boy Guinea Pig Names From Popular to Unique
By Saleema Lookman, RVT
275+ Unique Hamster Names for Boys and Girls
By Saleema Lookman, RVT
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Small Mammals