These have short, smooth, and glossy coats, although the males may have a coarser coat than the females. In general, they are easy to look after and have no special dietary or medical needs. You can ...

Rats are great pets for those who want a furry friend but may not have enough space for a dog or cat. Domestic rats in particular can be friendly, calm, and can bond emotionally with their owners.

Dogs have an amazing ability to form friendships with both people and animals. Their gentle nature perfectly complements the innocence of children and other kind-hearted creatures. This is certainly ...

Dear Dr. Jorden: I have a great menagerie of animals as pets. I would like to get a pet rat or two, but someone told me that it was illegal to own rats. Is that true? I called the Billings Animal ...

Dear Pet Talk: I’m not allowed to have a cat or a dog but my parents will let me have a smaller pet, like a gerbil, hamster, or even a mouse. What do you recommend? Animal Lover Dear Animal Lover: ...

As a responsible reptile owner, you’re always on the lookout for the best snacks for your snake. They can’t just slither down to the Snake Shack – it’s up to you to source the highest quality, most ...

Rats are hardwired to chew, and they’ll sink their teeth into almost anything they find. That instinct usually leaves behind scraps of fabric or torn cardboard, but sometimes it comes at a higher cost ...