Guinea pigs have delicate digestive systems designed to handle only plant-based foods. As such, their bodies cannot manage the sugar and chemicals found in chocolate candy or its source: cocoa beans. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is a stimulant which may …
Atta Boy is produced by American Nutrition, who also provide co-packing services for other pet food brands. American Nutrition operates an Ogden facility where it recently agreed to install odor-control equipment. Overall, atta boy features lower than average protein levels …
A guinea pig’s diet should consist of hay, grass and leafy vegetables; these should be offered daily. Additional treats, like watercress (which contains high concentrations of vitamin C) or turnip greens with calcium and phosphorus content can be provided occasionally. …
Spring can be a challenging season for bee colonies, even those that have survived years. Without food stores in place until warmer temperatures arrive and flowers blossom, bees will need sugar syrup as an emergency source. Boardman entrance feeders are …
Dogs suffering from hyperkeratosis of the paw pads require regular examination and treatment. Keratin build-up may be painful for your dog and leave cracks open for possible bacterial infections to come in through. Treatment for Paw Pad Hyperkeratosis should involve …
Birds need a wide range of foods to survive the year, including black-oil sunflower seeds, nyjer and peanuts as well as berry and insect suet. Consider offering a mix of seeds, grains and fruit as they could all pose potential …
Texas tortoises are currently facing multiple threats to their survival and health from both natural and man-made factors. These include excessive humidity, habitat loss and lack of appropriate nutrition. Supplementing their diet with elements from their natural surroundings may be …
If your dog is hyperactive or easily stressed, calming chews may help ease his or her anxiety. Constructed of natural ingredients designed to ease nerves and decrease excessive barking, they provide much-needed relief. These supplements contain melatonin, valerian root extracts, …
Feed only what your fish can consume within five minutes to prevent overfeeding and subsequent dirty aquarium water or blocked digestive tracts. Feeding herbivorous species regularly rather than feeding large portions at irregular intervals is especially crucial, since their natural …
Absolutely, tropical fish flakes may be fed as occasional treats to your goldfish; however, they should not become their main diet as goldfish species have differing nutrient needs. Tropical fish flakes tend to contain higher protein amounts and more plant …