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Are you thinking about getting a pet bird for the kids? Birds are fascinating creatures and serve as great pets. In general, there are a handful of breeds that are perfect for children due to their intelligence, sweet personalities, and general temperament. The real trick is selecting a bird that enjoys being handled and teaching your kids how the proper way to take care of it. Birds are sensitive animals and require an environment with steady temperature, high air quality, and a superior diet otherwise they could get hurt. Take a dive into this article to learn more about the...

Aaah, a trip to the dog park. Sounds fun, right? But what if there is an ill-mannered dog who bullies and their human pack-member is clueless? Here's how to handle tricky canine social situations like a pro. No Bad Dogs: First of all, there are no bad dogs, just clueless human handlers. As soon as you recognize the signs that your own dog is uncomfortable (no tail wags or play bows), step in. With a firm "No" directed at the bully, along with a motion indicating it should move off, you communicate that your dog is off limits. Lead your own...

Guinea pigs are fun and popular pets with their friendly and affectionate natures, cute expressions and easy care needs. Most guinea pigs are kept in cages and offered nutritious healthy diets, but no matter how spacious the cage or how well-balanced the diet may be, proper exercise is still essential for a guinea pig's health and well-being. Why Guinea Pigs Need Exercise Guinea pigs are rodents that have adapted to constantly forage for scraps of food and evade dangerous predators, but our pampered pet guinea pigs don't get nearly as much exercise as their wild cousins because that food is...

Hummingbirds are some of the most desirable backyard birds, but if they aren't finding your backyard to their liking, there are many steps you can take to attract them to your feeders. Choose the Right Feeder TypeThere are two kinds of hummingbird feeders – reservoir styles with the nectar suspended above the feeding ports, and saucer styles that are covered dishes holding nectar. Either is suitable for hummingbirds, and the best option is to use both. Different hummingbirds have different feeding preferences, and if they don't care for one feeder, they may be willing to visit another. At the same...

Lucy Pet Formulas for life contains a Prebiotic Balanced Fiber (P.B.F) formula that provides support for the gut-health in your pet by providing varied nutrition for the gut bacteria creating optimal digestive function. The importance of the gut in the overall health of your pet has recently been brought to light. Lucy Pet has teamed up with Dr. George Fahey to create a formula that could help create a healthier gut, and thus a healthier animal, with this new food. The product is not only healthy for your pet but it is a Product With A CAUSE™. All of the...