Mary NielsenBox turtles in captivity should be fed a varied diet to prevent stomach irritations and find out their preferred meat varieties. Animal-derived proteins suitable for reptile diets include commercial reptile pellets or live prey such as crickets, mealworms and waxworms …
Chicken scratch can be an excellent way to supplement your flock’s diet, and should be given in moderation in order to encourage foraging and prevent issues with boredom in coops such as egg eating. Chicken scratch feed can sometimes be …
Greenies are one of the best-known dental chews, featuring poultry-flavored bites to freshen breath while fighting plaque and tartar for healthy teeth and gums. Veterinarian-recommended and approved by the VOHC. Greenies Aging Care treats are specially-crafted dental treats made for …
Corn is an easy and cost-effective food to feed chickens during summer months, providing essential nutrition as well as cooling benefits. Frozen treats can provide chickens with something fun to occupy their time when confined in their coop or run, …
Treating your pup with homemade treats is a unique bonding experience and gives you complete control over which ingredients go into them. Peanut butter is an all-time canine favorite; just be sure to choose natural, no sugar added varieties as …
When the honey supply runs low, sugar syrup should be provided as an alternate food source to your colony to promote comb building and brood rearing while staving off starvation until flowers bloom again (1). Sugar water production may seem …
Newborn guinea pigs tend to be wary of people, and may run away when handled, which is completely normal behavior. Guinea pigs are herbivorous animals and require a varied and balanced diet consisting of Timothy hay, pellets, vegetables and fruits …
Trainers frequently rely on high-value treats like hot dogs and pieces of jerky to motivate their pups during training sessions. Unfortunately, such treats can be high in calories and cause digestive upset; therefore, it is wiser to search for healthier …
Dogs should consume a diet which mimics that found in nature as closely as possible, consisting of meat, fish, and some vegetables like carrots, cucumbers and celery bites. However, it’s also essential to recognize which foods should not be given …
Hill’s Pet Nutrition was one of the pet food brands involved in the 2007 melamine recall and then again in 2014 due to possible salmonella contamination of some canned products. First are chicken meal and fat, flaxseed and dried beet …