Exotic Archives

Chinchillas As Pets

You may wish to consider a chinchilla as a possible pet. They are of the rodent family, (but it doesn't seem that way). Also known as 'chins' they have incredible velvety fir, and they resemble a chubby squirrel more

Easy to Find Exotic Types of Turtles

If you are going to get a turtle as your pet then you will probably visit a local pet store. The types of turtles that you will find in common pet stores around United States are native ones more

Materials for Making Snake Cages

What kind of materials should you use when constructing a snake cage? This question was posed to me once by someone wishing to build their own snake cage. They were particularly asking about pine and cedar more

Five Snake Care Tips for Beginners

If you're looking for an unusual, eye-catching pet, it's hard to go wrong with a snake. They're exotic enough to catch people's interest, yet hardy enough to require minimal care. Nevertheless more

Pet Rat Care: The Top 10 Mistakes Of New Rat Owners

Being a dedicated rat owner can be very rewarding. All it takes is a little research and a lot of preparation. If you're getting ready to adopt a rat as a cherished pet, there are some pitfalls that you should be aware of beforehand more