If you’re in the market for a unique furry friend, look no further than the ferret! Most of us know how much a bird, dog, or cat costs because they are common pets you may have had in your home since you were a child. But how much does a ferret cost? The initial expense … Read more
If you’re thinking about making a long-term commitment that’s going to require time, effort, money, and love, then look no further than getting a snake. Now, you may be wondering, “How long do snakes live as pets?” The answer may surprise you. Depending on the species, snakes can live between 10 and 30 years on … Read more
Have you ever wondered how snakes breathe? Do snakes have lungs, and do they breathe like other mammals? And what about aquatic snakes—can they breathe underwater? The simple answer is yes to all of the above! But the longer answer is not as simple as it may seem. Snakes do have lungs like mammals, but … Read more
New ball python parents often worry that their reptile babies aren’t eating enough. They don’t need much energy to keep them going so eat rarely, even as a fast-growing infant snake. That’s why it’s so important to know how often you should be feeding your ball python and how much they should be eating at … Read more
If you’re thinking of adopting a python, or any kind of pet snake, it’s good to know how long they might live. In captivity, without exposure to their natural predators, snakes can live for decades! That’s a big commitment. Today, we’ll look at the lifespan of the ball python, the most popular kind of pet … Read more
If you haven’t cared for a reptile before, contemplating the shedding process can be confusing. How exactly do they shed their skin? How often does it happen? And how do you know that your crestie has shed properly and won’t suffer any adverse health effects from an incomplete shed? Today, we’ll take you through everything … Read more
When bringing wild animals into captivity, one thing that will have an enormous impact on their quality of life is the size of their home. In the case of your leopard gecko, that means their tank or terrarium. If it’s too small, they can start to feel stressed and claustrophobic, and it can stunt their … Read more
If you have a beautiful crested gecko at home, you no doubt want to give them a highly nutritious diet that will keep them healthy and happy. For cresties, this should include lots of fresh fruit, and variety is the spice of life! But some fruits offer more nutritional value to your crestie than others, … Read more
Are you wondering why you need to cut your bearded dragon’s nails when, clearly, this isn’t something that happens in the wild? This is because the living conditions of wild beardies and your pampered pet are not the same, and your beardie’s claws probably won’t wear down naturally the way they do in the wild. … Read more
If you’re already a leopard gecko parent, you know they can make fantastic pets, but they only thrive in captivity when they’re fed properly. This means you need to know how often to feed them, when and what to feed them, and how much they need to eat. A leopard gecko’s feeding needs change based … Read more