Gerbils are often overlooked as pets in favor of the more fluffy and cuddly hamster, but they can be excellent and friendly companions. I got a call this week from someone interested in adopting a ...

Apparently, gerbils make good first pets for young children. As the mother of two children, I’ve had “experience” with gerbils. Which is like saying, I’ve had “experience” with cancer. Here’s my sad ...

AN ANIMAL charity is urging pet lovers to consider rehoming smaller mammals - ‘small furries’ following a surge in those ...

Discover low-maintenance, personable rodent pets to fit your lifestyle. Reviewed by Natasha Diehl A variety of small rodents can be kept as pets. Some are easy to tame and enjoy interacting with ...

Royal has the distinction of being the ONLY puppy at Tri-County Humane Society right now... He is 2 months old, neutered, and is what we affectionately call a Leech Lake Legacy special - meaning we're ...

Learn how to keep your home safe from mice and rats during Rodent Awareness Week. Get advice on sealing cracks, storing food, ...

Sparet the gerbil came to the shelter when his family could no longer care for him. He’s very curious and social and loves eating out of your hand. He enjoys arranging his nest of newspaper, and his ...

Two-thirds of US households owned at least one pet in 2023, and the pet industry reached over $300 billion in revenues. It’s hard to think of a time without pet shops, but the first pet store opened ...