Heart disease, particularly cardiomyopathy, is common in African pygmy hedgehogs. It is often undetected simply because it is not diagnosed until it’s too late. While there are different types of cardiomyopathy, the most common form in hedgehogs is dilated cardiomyopathy. Dilated cardiomyopathy occurs when the heart muscle stretches and becomes weak, lowering the ability of […]
Where does the Khao Manee come from? The Khao Manee is a natural breed native to Thailand. Sometimes called Diamond Eyes, Khao Manee is Thai for White Gem. The breed can be traced back hundreds of years. What does the Khao Manee look like? Khao Manees weigh about 8-12 lbs. and have a life span […]
Another Commercial Body Type is the beautiful Silver Marten Rabbit. Less than 100 years old, the Silver Marten was recognized as a breed in the 1920s. Silver Martens are an American breed, a result of crossings between the Tan and Chinchilla breeds of rabbit. They weigh about 6-9 lbs. fully grown. Their round bodies are […]
