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New Year’s Resolutions for People With Exotic Pets

January 1, 2021

Happy New Year! Do you have a reptile or exotic pet? While dogs and cats may be the most popular pets, other animals also make wonderful companions. Why not add … Read More »

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Holidays With Hedgehogs

December 1, 2020

The holidays are coming up quick! You may see lots of posts and photos about how to celebrate with dogs and cats, but what about hedgehogs? A local Lexington, KY … Read More »

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Choosing a Birdcage

October 15, 2020

Have you decided to adopt a pet bird? Polly has earned herself some ‘raven’ fans, and with good reason. Birds are colorful, cute, charming, and lots of fun. One thing … Read More »

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8 Reasons to Love Pet Birds

September 15, 2020

September has officially gone to the birds: the 17th is Pet Bird Day! While our feathered friends may not be as popular as dogs and cats, they do have some … Read More »

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How to Properly Handle a Snake

March 15, 2015

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Have you recently acquired a pet snake? These scaled beauties make excellent pets, but they aren’t just for show. Each snake has a very different temperament. Some seem to enjoy … Read More »

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DIY Bird Toys

October 15, 2014

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Does your Fayette County bird grow tired of new toys fairly quickly? If so, you might be able to save a bit of money by making Polly some homemade toys. … Read More »

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Caring for Your Degu

October 1, 2014

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Are you considering getting a degu as a pet? These beautiful, curious little creatures are very adorable, and make great pets, and can be a fun addition to your Lexington … Read More »

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Common Misconceptions About Snakes

September 1, 2014

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Snakes have been clouded in mystery since the dawn of time. These beautiful, fascinating reptiles can make great pets. Many people, however, are misinformed, or fooled by some of the … Read More »

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How to Tell if Your Iguana is Sick

August 15, 2014

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If you have a pet iguana, you may find it a bit difficult to read his moods sometimes. Iguanas, after all, are not the most expressive animals. These scaled beauties … Read More »

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Pot Bellied Pigs

July 15, 2014

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Pigs have many qualities that help them make great pets. They are quite intelligent, and, contrary to popular belief, are actually quite clean. They don’t get fleas, but often are … Read More »

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Hip Dysplasia in Cats

Jan 15

The fact that many dogs suffer from hip dysplasia is fairly common knowledge, at least among dog lovers. However, did you know that our feline friends can also get this … Read More »
New Year’s Resolutions for People With Exotic Pets

Jan 01

Happy New Year! Do you have a reptile or exotic pet? While dogs and cats may be the most popular pets, other animals also make wonderful companions. Why not add … Read More »
6 Ways to Keep Your Cat Out of the Tree

Dec 15

Are you putting up a tree this year? If so, your feline friend will be paying very close attention to it. You really can’t blame Fluffy for getting so excited … Read More »