Pellet and other dry diets are easy for your turtle. Live fish run the risk of parasites. Learn about proper feeding and diet for your turtle from an industry professional in this free pet care video.
Hi! My name is Sarah, I’m at Petland in Pembroke Pines, Florida tonight and on behalf of expertvillage.com, I’m going to speak with you a little bit about caring for mice. As far as feeding your mouse goes, you want to go with a good high...
Unlike a cat, dogs are actually omnivores, not true carnivores. This means that they can be healthy without eating meat, but you must make sure your dog is getting enough protein and all the other nutrients he needs.
Hoof crack is a very dangerous condition in horses that causes injury and infection. Properly treating hoof crack is the only way to insure your horse remains healthy and prosperous. If your horse has cracks in his hoofs, treat him immediately.
As your dog gets older, you want to pay particular attention to their diet. We've talked about how you want to make sure that they don't get too heavy. We want to make sure given the decrease in activity level, that we decrease appropriately the food...
Hi my name is Sarah and I’m coming to you from Petland in Pinborough Pines, Florida today and on behalf of expertvillage.com, I am going to speak with you today about how to buy a pet bird. While you may save some money in short term by purchasing...
In this clip we're going to talk about feeding parakeets. There are a couple of things to keep in mind. You want to offer them as I was saying before, human whole grain, and if you can, I like using a mix of pellets, the commercialized pellet that doesn...
I'm Sylva Kelegian with Expert Village and I'm going to talk to you about the importance of feeding your dog proper food. A little story, when I adopted my first rescue dog, I was feeding her a normal dog food that I thought was fine, a very popular...
Feeding a pet tiger can be challenge while you are perfecting preparation and proportion, but once you develop a feeding schedule, it's much easier. Choose between a chunk meat diet or a prepared frozen mix to provide the proper nutrition, and always...
Holistic treatments have become extremely popular in recent years. You can even find holistically trained veterinarians. Many people believe that traditional treatments for canines can be invasive and uncomfortable for pets. To avoid discomfort for your...
Pet rodents look similar but have different food requirements. Rats, mice, gerbils, hamsters, chinchillas and guinea pigs all are rodents. Overall, feeding a pet rodent is pretty easy and just requires buying some extra fresh vegetables and visiting the...
Cats are obligate carnivores. This means they must have meat to survive for the essential amino acids and unique proteins. Many nutritionists and vets would agree that a raw meat diet is best for a cat, although many people find the idea overwhelming or...
Prescription dog foods are available for a variety of canine health conditions such as allergies, diabetes, colitis, obesity or bladder stones and are often blander than some adult dog foods. Sometimes a dog has difficulty adjusting to prescription food...
Looking like a cross between a monkey and a ferret, kinkajous have become popular pets in recent years due to their relative docility and their long lifespans (up to 40 years in some cases). While kinkajous can deliver nasty bites when properly agitated...
Many dogs suffer from skin conditions that cause itching and pain. Some canine skin problems are the result of a health condition that must be corrected with medication. However, most canine skin irritations can easily be avoided by diet, dog care and...
With commercial pet food recalls and questions about the best nutrition for dogs, many people are choosing to feed their dogs a raw diet. The staple of the raw diet in its various forms is raw meat from various animals. Proponents argue that the diet is...
Pancreatitis is common in cats—and can become life threatening if left untreated—but the good news is that for the most part it's fairly easy to control. Pancreatitis is basically severe inflammation of the pancreas, a gland located in the...
Feline herpes, also called FHV-1, is a common viral infection in cats. Like herpes in humans, it can never be cured and there is no foolproof vaccine against it. If your cat is prone to upper respiratory or eye infections or conjunctivitis, the most...
Supplements for dogs can include vitamins and minerals that aid the dog's metabolic processes, or supplements can include substances that have a medicinal effect, such as joint health products. Learn about the role of supplements in a dog's diet and...
The schnoodle, a cross between a schnauzer and a poodle, has a life expectancy of 15 years, and generally experiences less health problems than many purebred dogs. However, some schnoodles are prone to poor digestion and sensitive stomachs. Digestion...
We all love our cats, but sometimes we reward them with too much food and too many treats. Obesity in cats is a common phenomenon and can lead to more serious health issues later. If you want to get your cat to lose weight, you must stick to a plan.
Tarantulas are fascinating to keep. They eat often and heartily, which can be fun to watch. Live insects are the staples of their diet. Tarantula species display different temperaments and behaviors, depending on their native habitats and other factors...
The German Shepherd is one of the most popular and recognizable dogs. Its superior intelligence and athleticism makes it a favored working breed. Entire schools of training have been devoted to the German Shepherd; to be happy, this breed requires lots...
Iguanas have seen a surge in popularity. However, this popular pet is frequently misunderstood, and owners must learn the basics of caring for this reptile before choosing an iguana. Proper iguana care is not about giving the animal what it wants, but...
Gardner snakes are known to be one of the easiest snakes to care for. They are active during the daytime, do not grow to large sizes and do not require multiple outings. However, they are known to live up to 10 years. Proper care can help give the snake...