Most aquarium cool-water fish benefit from a winter cool down. Without it, they may not breed in the summer and colors will be dull. Fish, like other animals and plants, use their stored fat to rejuvenate their bodies and produce eggs. It’s best to cool down your cool-water fish gradually as sudden changes cannot be […]
Chinchillas are social animals and in the wild they live together in what is called herds. As prey animals, they are very cautious and can be shy and frightened when faced with new situations. When bringing your chinchilla home, give him/her time to get used to the new surroundings. As they are so easily startled, […]
Everyone can react differently to certain prescribed drugs and the same is true for our pets. Pharmaceutical companies are required to list the side effects of each drug on a slip inserted into the medicine’s container. If the list is not available, your veterinarian can tell you of potential risks to your pet from any […]
