Hamsters are often considered budget-friendly pets. After all, their food bill is practically nothing when compared to a horse. Nor do hamsters require a lot of space or expensive clipping and grooming. But hamsters do have some needs that cost money, including needing the vet. So how much do vets charge for treating a hamster? …

Having limited space and time for a four-legged companion, I recently made myself the proud owner of a Betta fish. I provided it with an enticing oasis filled with plants and hideaways, but now I’m wondering if I should add bubbles. Do Betta fish even like bubbles? Whether or not Betta fish like bubbles depend …

When most people think of pet fish, they probably think of koi ponds or exotic tropical fish in an aquarium. Bass and other gamefish don’t exactly spring to mind as attractive pets. However, bass are becoming increasingly popular as aquarium pets. They are lively and it is entertaining to watch them swim back and forth …

A low carbonate hardness (KH) level allows pH levels to change rapidly, which may lead to health issues for your fish. Unfortunately, raising the KH level also increases the pH level. Here is what you should know about raising KH without throwing off the pH level of your aquarium. What Is the KH Level? KH …

Sheep are common farm animals that many people enjoy caring for. They’re definitely great animals to own for multiple reasons, but this doesn’t mean that everything will be easy. Sometimes sheep can be a little bit noisier than you want them to be. Sheep aren’t necessarily known for making crazy amounts of noise, but it …

Some people really enjoy keeping exotic pets instead of caring for more traditional ones. If you find yourself drawn to pet spiders, then you might be very interested in getting a tarantula. Tarantulas are fascinating spiders that are really quite fun to observe. If you have a tarantula now, then you might already be enjoying …

Budgies (also known as parakeets) are popular pet birds that many people have fallen in love with. They can be good companion birds, and caring for them isn’t all that tough once you get used to what you need to do. Some people wind up buying budgies at very young ages. If you’re caring for …

Cats are among the most beloved animals on the planet. If you have a pet cat, then you already know just how great it is to own one. Your cat likely means a lot to you. Many people find that cats make for the perfect companions. Of course, it’s going to be up to you …

Iguanas are hardy lizards native to Central America and the Caribbean whose United States-based population has been exploding, particularly in Florida. These animals can move across all types of terrain since they are excellent runners, climbers, and even swimmers. They are also popular pets and are the most common lizards kept in American households. As …

Gerbils are cute little animals that many people keep as pets. You might get a gerbil for your household if you feel like it’d be fun for your kids. These little animals are great pets, but they aren’t really meant to be held. This means that you’ll want to give them to older children or …