Prairie dogs are burrowing rodents native to the grasslands of North America. There are 5 species of prairie dog and the most commonly kept as a pet is the black tailed prairie dog. Prairie dogs require a lot of attention and have a long lifespan (8-12 years), so they are a significant commitment. Additionally, there […]
The Asian Water Monitor (varanus salvator) is a challenge to keep as pet even for herpers used to handling lizards. Herpers are people involved with reptiles and amphibians. It comes from the word herpetology which is the study of reptiles and amphibians. This lizard’s native habitat is southern Asia from India east to the […]
The ASPCA, HSUS, International organizations, Friends of Animals, Best Friends and so many more dedicated to saving animals and giving them better lives have had a number of victories in 2012. The hounding of bears and bobcats by radio-collared dogs has been banned in California. Foie Gras (goose liver) is banned in California. In Idaho, […]
