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 […]
African Pygmy Mice are found in Africa south of the Sahara Desert. Their bodies are 4.5 cm. long with a 3 cm. tail. Ears are large and triangular in shape. They weigh about 0.11-0.42 oz. Colors are grey and dark red brown with light bellies. Females are lighter in color than males. Lifespan is about […]
We consider our pets members of the family and it’s heartbreaking to see them suffering and in pain. Today, more and more people are turning to acupuncture as an alternative therapy to treat ailments and the pain that accompanies them. Acupuncture is used mainly for cats, dogs, horses and farm animals. But birds, ferrets and […]
