The Pet Wiki Q&A - Recent questions in Rodents

is gerbil food kosher for passover?

Sun, 03 Apr 2016 10:40:44 +0000

How do I get my scared rat to open up?

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 22:16:35 +0000

I adopted 2 female dumbo rats a week ago. They are just over 5 weeks old. They are in a three tier wire cage with food bowl, water bottle, house and rat safe toys. One of them was skittish at first but has slowly opened up and now is playfull, happy to see me and likes to be held. The other is terrified. I can't get her to come out of the house. She won't take treats from me and does not want to be touched. I've been taking it slow with her and waiting for her to come to me, but after a week there's been no improvement. I feel bad that she's so scared. Do you have any advice on how to make her more comfortable?

Good names for naughty guinea pigs?

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 12:32:37 +0000

How can I stop a naughty guinea pig?

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 12:29:00 +0000

My guinea pig is overwhelming my dad.

Do guinea pigs fart?

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 03:32:28 +0000

what is the life of a cow?

Sat, 04 Jul 2015 06:46:14 +0000

Cow

Their children

Sun, 17 May 2015 11:21:39 +0000

My hamsters are girls would it be a bad idea if they lived in the same cage?

Mon, 04 May 2015 10:52:36 +0000

How should I play with my rabbit?

Wed, 15 Jan 2014 05:10:56 +0000

My pet rabbit is really timid and doesn't seem to do much. I'd like to get her out of her shell. How can I play with her? What kinds of toys should I get? I give her toilet paper rolls, which she enjoys chewing on, but that's about it. What can I do to make her life more fun?

What do you feed rats?

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:54:29 +0000

I know there is rat food that I can buy. Is there something special about it? You see rats eating from the garbage on TV. Can I feed my rat leftovers?

Would my Chinchilla like a playmate?

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:52:09 +0000

I have a chinchilla and I'm thinking about getting a second to keep him company when I'm at work. Is this a good idea?

When is a hamster full grown?

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:47:15 +0000

We recently got baby hamsters for our children. How long does it take until the hamsters are full grown? How much bigger will they get?

Do you need to take hamsters to the vet for checkups?

Mon, 06 Jan 2014 06:15:09 +0000

I have 2 hamsters. I've had them about 6 months and they seem to be doing well. Do they need healty vet checkups? Are there any shots that they should get?

Is it better to get a male or female rat?

Mon, 06 Jan 2014 05:58:56 +0000

Are there personalities different? I'm only getting one. Should I get a male or a femaie?

How do you give a rat medicine?

Mon, 06 Jan 2014 05:56:42 +0000

My rat has an upper respiratory infection. He needs antibiotics. I have pills from the vet. How do I give them to hime?

What can I do to get my rabbit to stop chewing her cage?

Wed, 04 Dec 2013 06:03:59 +0000

I have a rabbit that love to chew. I give it tons of stuff to chew, but she's started chewing her cage. Is there a way to get her to stop?

How often can I give my rabbit treats?

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 09:59:36 +0000

I love spoiling my bunny. How often can I give her treats without her getting too fat or getting ill?

How often should I clean my gerbils cage?

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 09:56:05 +0000

It's been a week and the cage looks clean. How often do I need to change it up?

Can rats and guinea pigs be put in the same cage?

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 09:52:53 +0000

I have a guinea pig and I'm thinking about getting a rat. Can they be put in the same cage?

Is it important to feed by guinea pig vegetables?

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 09:51:01 +0000

I give my guinea pig veggies, but she won't eat them. The only thing that she eats is the guinea pig food that I get from the pet store. Should I be concerned? Is there a way to get her to eat her veggies?

Should I give my guinea pig supplements?

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 04:39:21 +0000

I feed my guinea pig food especially created for guinea pigs. Does he need anything else in his diet?

If I get a second hamster, do I need to get another cage?

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 04:36:39 +0000

I have a hamster and I'm thinking about getting him a friend. I've heard that you need to introduce them to each other slowly. Buying a second cage is really expensive. Is there any other way to get them to accept each other without needing to shell out the money for a second cage?

Can rats be litter trained?

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 04:33:16 +0000

I have a rat and I let him out of his cage on a regular basis. He can still get into his cage to get food and water. Is there any way to get him to use his cage as a bathroom too? I'd be happy to set up a seperate litter box if that would work. I really don't like him going where ever it suits him.

How to manage Hamsters long nails

Wed, 09 Oct 2013 16:58:48 +0000

My hamsters nails are getting a little too long yet not too long for discomfort, ive put a rock underneath his water bottle but it doesnt seem to be helping, before i resort to attempting to clip them has anyone got other suggestions as to how to manage the nails?

Can squirrels have rabies?

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 07:52:36 +0000

My friends has a pet squirrel. Can it get rabies? Is there a rabies shot for squirrels?

Can rabbits swim?

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 07:50:29 +0000

I have a rabbit and was wondering if they can swim. If yes, so they enjoy it?

Can gerbils and hamsters live together?

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 07:48:31 +0000

I have pet gerbils and I was thinking about getting hamsters. Can they live together?

What fruits and vegetables are good for hamsters?

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 05:05:10 +0000

I'd like to feed my hamster fruits and vegetables. Are there any that are dangerous for them? What are the best ones?

How can I tell what breed of rabbit I have?

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 05:02:21 +0000

I know that there are DNA tests for dogs. Are there any for rabbits?

What are some good toys to get for rats?

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 04:56:38 +0000

I have a pet rat and I'd like to get him some toys for him to play with while I'm not around. What do you suggest?

How can I get my rat not to poop in his food bowl?

Tue, 20 Aug 2013 11:00:53 +0000

I just got a pet rat. He's great, except that he poops in his food bowl. What can I do to get him to stop?

chinese dwarf hamster

Mon, 19 Aug 2013 07:24:44 +0000

can you make a page about the chinese dwarf hamster. thank you very much.

Why is my rat biting me, after having him for 6 months?

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 10:38:29 +0000

My rat never bit before. He's been my pet for six months. Why would he start biting me all of a sudden?

Is it normal that my rat eats but won't drink?

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 10:36:00 +0000

Lately, my rat doesn't seem to want to drink. He's eating fine. Should I be concerned?

What foods do guinea pigs like best?

Sat, 20 Jul 2013 07:55:38 +0000

I just got three guinea pigs (we're fostering them), they seem to like celery, carrots and strawberries. Is there anything else they really like? Or don't like? I heard they are lactose intolerant, is that true?

Do male or female rats make better pets?

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 21:06:35 +0000

I want to get a rat. Is it better to get a male rat or a female one?

Is it OK to keep a mouse that I caught?

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 21:04:49 +0000

I caught a mouse in my house. He looks pretty healthy. Is it OK if I keep him as a pet?

Should you neuter and spay rats?

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 09:22:19 +0000

I have a pet rat. I know that people say and neuter cats and dogs all the time and it helps their longevity. Is the same true for rats? Should I be spaying mine?

Can rabbits eat ice?

Tue, 16 Jul 2013 09:19:13 +0000

It's getting really hot. I was thinking about giving my rabbit a bowl of ice to help cool him down. Is it dangerous for him?

How often should I change my gerbils cage?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:13:17 +0000

I set up an aquarium cage for my gerbils. How often should I clean it and how?

How long are gerbils pregnant?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:10:05 +0000

My gerbil is pregnant. How long unti she has her babies?

Do rabbits need to be neutered?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:08:51 +0000

I know that you are suppose to spay and neuter dogs and cats. Should you neuter rabbits too?

Do guinea pigs cuddle?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:04:20 +0000

I'm thinking of getting a guinea pig for my daughter. I want to get her a cuddly pet. Are guinea pigs a good choice

How can you tell if your mouse is blind?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:18:15 +0000

I have a mouse and he seems to bump into a lot of things in is cage. Could he be blind? How can I tell?

Guinea pig care?

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 17:12:14 +0000

Anything on guinea pig care would be appreciated! Cages, food, toys, breeders, beds, hay, water bottles, dishes, etc. FYI- I will probably make a C&C cage. :)

Guinea Pig names?

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 17:11:08 +0000

What are some good guinea pig names? Anything will help!

How can I get a guinea pig?

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 17:09:25 +0000

I have wanted a guinea pig for a long time. I've done almost a year of reasearch, but my dad won't let me get one. How can I convince him to let me have one? All reccomendations would be helpful. :)

How many gerbils should you keep in one cage?

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 10:12:53 +0000

At the pet store you see lots of gerbils gathered to gether in the corner of the cage. I've been thinking about getting gerbils. How many should I get? Is it OK to get a bunch of them in one cage?

Why has my guinea pig started chewing his cage bars?

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 10:09:27 +0000

We've had our guinea pig for over 3 years. All of a sudden he started chewing on the bars of the cage. What's going on?

Can you potty train a rat?

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 10:04:24 +0000

Rats are supposed to be really intellegent. I have a rat and I'd like to ptty train her to only go in her cage. How do I get her to do it? Is it possible?