Archive for the ‘Reptile Pets’ Category

Ferret Dehydration: How to Keep Your Ferret Hydrated

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Ferrets can become dehydrated very easily - when they're ill, during warm weather, when they have diarrhea. You can tell if your ferret is dehydrated because when you scruff the skin over their shoulder blades, the skin that you pull ...

Why does my ferret have green stool?

Sunday, August 17th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Normal ferret stool is brown, and it should have a firm consistency. Anyone who has owned ferrets for a while knows that it's important to monitor our ferrets' stool. Why? Because abnormal stool is often the first obvious sign of ...

Our biggest sale on ferret supplies ever!

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

//Save big right now during Drs. Foster and Smith 25th anniversary sale! We are celebrating 25 years of serving your pet needs, and we want to give back to all of our customers who have helped us to grow far beyond ...

Fun Games to Play with Your Ferret

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Providing your ferret with fun, mentally stimulating toys is an important part of ferret enrichment, but even more important is the playtime with the ultimate toy - you! You should always spend at least two hours per day interacting with your ...

How do I keep my ferret in one room?

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Many ferret owners allow their ferrets free roam of one or two rooms during playtime. However, if you don't have doors you can close to keep them in this area, it can be difficult to find a good ferret gate. ...

Laser Toy for Ferrets

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Have you ever used a laser toy to play with your cat? Did you know that ferrets will enjoy it just as much? Laser toys are a great way to encourage natural hunting instincts as your ferret stalks the light ...

Doctors Foster and Smith Ferret Play Mat

Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

If you're trying to find a new toy or sleeper for your ferret, look no further. The new // is the height of ferret entertainment, but it's also ideal for snuggling up in after a fun-filled evening of play too! The ...

Experts Give Tips To Prevent Heat Stroke In Pets

Friday, August 8th, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Animal experts are reminding pet owners to keep outside time for pets to a minimum during warm days, look for shade and keep pets hydrated. Experts said owners should keep a close eye on things that could be signs of a ...

Pets Suffer From Heat Exhaustion

Friday, August 1st, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

Lying in the grass, unprotected from the blazing July sun while donning a fur coat would not appeal to many, but for others it's not a choice. Some pets are suffering from heat exhaustion this summer due to the thoughtlessness ...

Pets fall victim to economic and housing crisis

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008 Posted in Reptile Pets | No Comments »

In these tough economic times, some families are making drastic decisions just to keep a roof over their heads. They are doing all they can to save money, even giving up their beloved pets. Since Palo Alto, California resident Adrianna Rodriguez lost ...