Rodents

What can you feed a hamster?
Hamsters are one of the most popular pets. Feeding is a key consideration for any pet owner. What do hamsters eat, what foods are essential, and which should never be fed—we'll explore in this article. What can hamsters eat at home? The best option for hamsters is dry food, which contains everything hamsters can eat in the right proportions: micro- and macronutrients, herbs, etc. This food is usually purchased at pet stores, but you can make it yourself if you prefer.Read more
Keeping a raven at home
A wild bird in a house or apartment is no longer uncommon. But the raven is a symbolic, even epic, representative of the avian world. Many ornithologists consider corvids to be the most intelligent of all birds: they can distinguish colors and shapes, remember scents, respond to vocal timbre, imitate sounds, and are simply exceptionally knowledgeable for a bird. A tame raven stands out from its relatives with its incredible intelligence, atypical for birds. Its black, pea-like eyes will leave no one indifferent: this highly intelligent feathered predator makes a truly extraordinary pet. It is radically different from parrots and other birds, and is also incredibly affectionate, like a loyal dog. You will definitely not be bored with such a pet. Adopting a tame raven means taking on responsibility and devoting a lot of free time to the tamed bird, especially at first. The domestic raven is a small bird with glossy black plumage, sometimes with a silvery-smoky sheen, and tenacious feet. It weighs no more than 750-900 grams. Other distinguishing features include a massive body and a wingspan of 90 to 140 cm, a sharp beak, graceful legs, and a captivating head with a jet-black sheen.Read more
Keeping a canary at home
The canary is a vibrant, undemanding, and vocal bird. In captivity, it will delight you with more than just its melodic song. The rich plumage of the female domesticated Canary Canary is as impressive as the voice of the male. Keeping this nimble yellow-winged bird in an apartment is no problem, even for beginners. The canary's diverse forms, unusual plumage colors, and incredibly memorable voice are its calling cards. This inimitable singer is unrivaled in soloing. The beauty and vocal quality of canaries depend on the bird's sex. If you're considering keeping a feathered friend for its voice, choose a male—they are much more vocal and melodic than females.Read more
Why do parrots lose feathers and what to do about it?
A parrot that has lost its feathers becomes less attractive, but that's not the worst thing. Daily feather loss can indicate illness; the owner likely needs to take action. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies, certain illnesses, and unfavorable psychological conditions (such as a change of residence or the loss of an owner) can all affect a bird's appearance. Let's explore how to help your beloved bird preserve its feathers, diagnose the condition, and properly treat and rehabilitate it. The main causes of feather loss from wings and elsewhere. A parrot can lose feathers from its wings, tail, or all over its body. Whether it's a shock molt, a hormonal imbalance, or psychological issues, no matter what's causing your feathered pet's deterioration, it's crucial to address the situation and help your bird as quickly as possible.Read more
How to stop a parrot from biting your fingers
Regardless of a bird's behavioral characteristics, friendships with pet birds vary. Parrots can display both friendly and combative behavior—not only with humans but also with their fellow parrots. This behavior shouldn't be attributed to the bird's dislike or affection. This behavior is typical in certain situations. Let's find out how to stop a parrot from biting, build trust, and tame your pet once and for all. Earning a bird's trust: Budgerigars are quite docile by nature and easily adapt to new owners. Even an aggressive and sometimes timid parrot will eventually warm up and become friendly. After all, earning the trust of these beautiful birds isn't always that difficult. It's easiest to acquire a truly loyal friend if you adopt a parrot very young. However, there are situations when a bird behaves aggressively, unruly, or deliberately tries to peck. Whether this is a defensive reaction from a feathered friend or an ambitious method of intimidation, no one wants to lose trust and get bitten by their own winged pet.Read more