Are You Having Trouble With Your Neighbour's Dogs?
With a bit of training and patience, dogs and chickens can co-exist peacefully. We’ve seen the proven, heartwarming results of chicken and dogs even being...
Rabbits: Where Can You Have Them In Australia?
It’s hard not to fall in love with the fuzzy wuzzy charm of adorable rabbits! However, before you rush out and buy your floppy eared...
Guinea Pigs: What To Feed Your Furry Friends
Like every animal, your guinea pigs need a balanced diet of good foods and fresh water to keep them healthy and happy. Here’s what to...
Guinea Pigs: Why They're Great As A Family Pet
A popular choice for a first pet for kids is the humble guinea pig- small and cute round balls of fur that squeak and squeal!...
Rabbits: What To Feed Them
Rabbits are absolutely adorable, floppy eared friends- who wouldn’t want one! If you’re a first time rabbit keeper and are a bit stumped as to...
Best Cat Breeds For Kids
If you’re a ‘cat person’ you will know that there is a lot more to these charming creatures than being internet sensations, and they do...
Guinea Pigs: What's That Sound?
If you’re already ‘mum’ to a guinea pig, you will know that they love to make funny little noises- squeaking and purring the day away....
Why Rabbits Make Such Brilliant Pets!
Dogs are loving, loyal creatures, cats love to snuggle up for a scratch, and chickens will provide you with a bounty of fresh eggs each...
Keeping and Caring For Your Pet Rabbit: A Brilliant and Bouncy Adventure!
They’re smaller than a cat, they’re quieter than a dog, and dare we say, cuter than a rat- a rabbit sure is the ideal pet!...
Caring For Your Cat: Everything You Need To Know
Cats are charming and cute companions that can bring lots of love and joy to your home. But before you bring that gorgeous kitty home,...
Housing Your Rabbit Outside: How to Keep Them Healthy and Happy
Big floppy ears, twitchy little noses, and fuzzy tails- rabbits really are one the cutest critters around. Cuteness overload aside, rabbits are an ideal pet-...
The Importance of Cat Enclosures
Those of us who are self-confessed cat people know that our kitties love nothing more than exploring the great outdoors. We also know that while...
What Makes a Great Rabbit Hutch?
Raising rabbits is a popular and enjoyable hobby and provides great fun and educational opportunities for families. If you’re wondering how to house these furry...
What Makes a Great Guinea Pig Hutch?
Guinea pigs, a.k.a. cavies, make wonderful family pets-they are sociable, affectionate, talkative and entertaining. So, house your dear piggies in awesome guinea pig hutches like...
Facts You Need to Know About Owning Guinea Pigs
Are you looking for a small, sweet, vocal, and entertaining pet that’s easy to care for? Look no further than the Guinea Pig hutch- Guinea...
Top 5 Tips for Keeping Guinea Pigs
Guinea Pigs, or cavies, as they are often called, are an excellent first pet. They’re easily handled due to their nice compact size, they’re friendly...
Tips for choosing the right Guinea Pig Hutches
Close your eyes for a moment and picture the most perfect guinea pig hutches that you can imagine. Okay, now open your eyes! What do...
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