Can Bearded Dragons Eat Green Beans? Feeding Guide & Safety
Yes, bearded dragons can eat green beans, and they make an excellent addition to a varied diet when prepared properly. After feeding green beans to dozens of bearded dragons over my twelve years of reptile rescue work and breeding, I’ve found them to be one of the most reliable vegetables for beardies of all ages—nutritious
How to Tell Bunny Gender: Expert Guide to Sexing Rabbits
Learning how to tell bunny gender accurately took me months of practice and several embarrassing mistakes, including one memorable incident where I confidently declared a rabbit male to adopters, only to find “him” nursing a litter of kits three weeks later. After examining thousands of rabbits during my decade running a rabbit rescue and working
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Grapes? Safety Guide & Feeding Tips
Yes, guinea pigs can eat grapes, but only as an occasional treat due to their high sugar content. After caring for over forty guinea pigs at my rescue and dealing with several diabetes cases linked to excessive fruit consumption, I’ve learned that while guinea pigs absolutely love grapes, moderation is crucial. One or two small
Canine Yellow Stool: Causes, Treatment & When to Worry
After cleaning up countless yellow dog stools during my fifteen years running a boarding facility and working as a veterinary technician, I’ve learned that canine yellow stool often signals digestive issues ranging from simple dietary indiscretions to serious liver problems. While occasional yellow poop might resolve on its own, persistent color changes deserve immediate attention.
Mycoplasma in Cats: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention Guide
After losing a rescued kitten to mycoplasma complications and subsequently treating dozens of infected cats at our shelter, I’ve learned that mycoplasma in cats is far more common and serious than most owners realize. This sneaky bacterial infection affects up to 70% of cats with upper respiratory infections, yet it often goes undiagnosed because standard
Bearded Dragon Pancaking: Why Your Beardie Flattens Out
When I first witnessed my bearded dragon, Spike, spread himself completely flat like a reptilian pancake, I panicked and rushed him to the emergency vet, convinced something was terribly wrong. The vet chuckled and explained that bearded dragon pancaking is completely normal behavior. After twelve years of keeping beardies and observing hundreds more at the
Puppy Chewing Phase: Complete Survival Guide & Training Tips
The puppy chewing phase nearly drove me to tears when I brought home my first Golden Retriever puppy fifteen years ago. Within three days, she’d destroyed two pairs of shoes, gnawed through a laptop charger, and somehow managed to eat half of my wooden coffee table leg. Through raising eight puppies since then and fostering
Can Chameleons Bite? Teeth, Warning Signs & Bite Prevention
Yes, chameleons can and do bite, though it’s relatively uncommon compared to other reptile species. After handling hundreds of chameleons during my fifteen years working with exotic reptiles and treating numerous bite wounds at our wildlife rehabilitation center, I can confirm that while chameleon bites rarely cause serious injury, they can be surprisingly painful and
Giant Ferret Breeds: Truth About Large Ferrets & Size Myths
After working with hundreds of ferrets at my exotic animal rescue and consulting with ferret breeders worldwide for over a decade, I need to clarify a common misconception: there are no true giant ferret breeds. While ferret sizes vary significantly and some individuals grow remarkably large, ferrets don’t have distinct breeds like dogs or cats—they
Cat Names Starting with F: 100+ Perfect Feline Names
Cat names starting with F offer some of the most delightful options when naming your new feline friend. After naming hundreds of shelter cats during my decade managing a rescue, I’ve discovered that names beginning with F provide incredible variety—from fierce names like Fang to fancy options like Francesca. Whether you’re seeking male or female