Gerbils make great pets, but it’s important to familiarize yourself with their specific needs before bringing them home. For example, what type of enclosure do they need, what do they eat, and what accessories and activities do they need to stay happy and healthy? Keep reading to learn some of the basics when it comes to gerbil care so you can be prepared to welcome these pocket pets into your family.
Moving is stressful, especially for pets who don’t understand what’s going on and have to experience big changes. So, here are some tips and strategies for making moving easier for everyone, especially your furry friend.
If you’ve ever seen a hamster run inside their exercise wheel, you know they can go pretty fast. But just how fast does a hamster run, and how much do they run? That’s a question asked by Thijs de Buck, who is an MRI physicist and runner in the Netherlands. He decided to build a tracker that would log the speed and distance of his hamster, Mollie, whenever he used his wheel every night.
There are many reasons why pets are surrendered to animal shelters, including financial difficulties, living circumstances, and behavior issues like resource guarding. But experts are trying to spread the word that professional behaviorists can provide a solution, helping to prevent surrenders and keep more pets in their homes with the people they know and love.
All pets, from cats and birds to ferrets and hamsters, benefit from environmental enrichment, so if you share your home with adorable guinea pigs, implement enrichment strategies to keep them physically and mentally stimulated. The right products, enclosure setup, and play area can help prevent boredom and negative behaviors while keeping your guinea pigs happy and calm.
Flat-faced dog breeds are highly sought-after in the United States and Canada—the French Bulldog ranked #1 on AKC’s list of most popular breeds, and it was #5 on the Canadian Kennel Club’s list of most popular breeds in 2025. However, recent statistics show that brachycephalic breeds aren’t as popular anymore in other parts of the world, with some countries seeing a noticeable decline in the number of registered flat-faced dogs.
If you or someone you know has dog allergies, this news is sure to catch your attention: a pair of beagles were genetically edited to make them hypoallergenic pooches who wouldn’t trigger reactions in people who are allergic to dogs.
Have you ever wondered if cats can swim? And if they can swim, is it a good idea to let them go swimming? We’ve got you covered with information that can help you enrich your cat’s life while keeping them safe.
Pet parents in the United States have a new option for picking up prescriptions for their furry friends. CVS Health announced that common prescriptions for cats and dogs are now being sold at thousands of CVS Pharmacy locations around the country, giving people another convenient way to have their pets’ prescriptions filled efficiently when they need them.
Rising pet care costs have been affecting people for a long time, even causing them to give up their pets to shelters. And the cost of veterinary services continues to impact people, according to Lovet Pet Health Care, which is a veterinary care provider. The 2026 Lovet Checkup Report dives into the decisions that people make regarding their pets’ care. This research involved 2,000 dog and/or cat owners in the U.S., and the data was collected in May 2026.
Cats can experience heat stroke, and because this condition can be life-threatening, pet parents should be aware of the risks, as well as the symptoms and treatments for it. Here’s a brief guide to heat stroke in cats so you can better understand what it is and how to prevent it.
Brachycephalic cats have a distinct look, with a flat face, short nose, and big eyes, thanks to the shape of their skull. Bred to look a certain way, the breeds discussed below are considered brachycephalic, and they’re popular for multiple reasons, but there are also some important things to know about these cats before deciding if they’re right for you.
