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From Holland lops to hamsters, we have tips and advice on caring for your small furry friend to help you be the best pet owner possible.

Exotic

Discover the world of exotic pets and learn more about their special care requirements, unique personalities, and why adopting one may or may not be a good idea.

A small dog packed full of personality and energy, the teacup Yorkie weighs in at under 4 pounds and makes a loyal and opinionated furry friend.

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Dogs

Breeds

Caring For Your Teacup Yorkie

Mini pitbulls make excellent pets for families who want to add energy and playfulness to their homes. They are highly intelligent dogs.

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What to Know Before Getting Your Mini Pitbull

S lethargic dog is not always cause for concern, but if you notice your dog is tired and disinterested for more than a couple days, talk to your vet.

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Health

What to Do About a Lethargic Dog

Bearded dragons are fun and friendly pets. They love to interact through the glass and, with some patience, can learn to like being handled.

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Your Bearded Dragon Pet Primer

Hairless rats are sweet, energetic, entertaining pets, but they're are more fragile than other rats and are not as long&#x2d;lived.

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How to Care for Your Pet Hairless Rat

Neon tetra fish have neon blue and red stripes that make them a popular starter aquarium choice. They come from the Amazon basin in South America.

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The Neon Tetra: A Simple, Friendly Fish

Quaker parrots have become a popular pet all over the world. They have outgoing personalities that make them fun to watch and play with.

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Consider a Quaker Parrot for a Smart, Playful Pet

Tortoises are low&#x2d;maintenance, unique, and cute in their own hard&#x2d;shelled way they can be a delightful companion for the right owner.

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The Ins and Outs of the Pet Tortoise

The blue tang fish is bigger, more sociable, and more uniquely colored than everyone's favorite forgetful animated fish, Dory.

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Finding Your Own Blue Tang Fish

Sociable, cute, and helpful, ducks have actually been living happily with humans for a long time. Have you ever considered raising domesticated ducks?

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Raising Domestic Ducks as Part of the Family

Pet frogs are easy to care for, affordable, and interesting. Their habitat requirements make them a realistic option for anyone who has limited space.

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Adding a Pet Frog to Your Household

Turtles can be fun and interesting pets, but they require a commitment. Caregivers must make time to clean the terrarium, and care for the turtle itself.

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Should You Get a Pet Turtle?

Flemish giant rabbits are the largest domesticated rabbit breed on the planet and could be the perfect addition to your family.

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More to Love: Flemish Giant Rabbits

Friendliness and trainability are important factors when choosing a pet bird, but if you're looking for a bird to shine, consider one with dazzling plumage.

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Colorful Bird Species That Are Sure to Dazzle

African grey parrots are truly unique pets. They're wonderfully intelligent and remarkable conversationalists who never seem to tire of playing and exploring.

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African Greys: The Einstein of Birds

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