Naked mole-rats cannot be kept as pets. They must live in large colonies, and they have fairly strict temperature and humidity requirements. They are high-maintenance animals and can live from ten to 30 years. Removing them from the wild in Africa is expensive, risky, and disruptive to the habitats of naked mole-rats and other animals. Naked mole-rats are kept and bred in highly controlled enclosures in some universities and zoos. Under no circumstances should they be kept as pets.

Typical active ingredients for rat poisons are are: brodificoum, diphacinone, warfarin, bromadiolone, and others. While Androgenetic Alopecia is the number one reason why individuals experience hair loss, it is not the only one. Medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, ringworm and fungal infections can cause hair loss. find articles | submit articles | link to us | site map | terms of use | privacy policy | contact us | advertising | partner with us

The FDA announced, during their press conference on March 30, 2007, that they could not validate the findings announced on March 23, 2007. The FDA reported in the same press conference that no other lab had been able to substantiate the presence of aminopterin in finished product, raw materials or animal tissue samples that they analyzed. The FDA reported that aminopternin is no longer the focus of their investigation.

You can get a pet rat from a breeder or a pet store, or as a rescue from a shelter, other rescue organization, or individual. See our Acquiring page for more information.

The average lifespan of a pet rat is between 2 and 3 years. However, genetics, husbandry and love will ultimately determine how long your pets live. Animals bred from healthy parents will live longer than those bred from weak and sickly animals, and animals fed a healthy diet and kept in clean cages using the proper bedding will live longer than those fed junk food who live in dirty cages on pine or cedar. Love and attention can sometimes play a big role in how long your rat will live.

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No, all the ingredients in the product are non-toxic. If the allergy relief wipe was rubbed over the pet's eyes/nose, just rinse the eyes/nose with water. If the allergy relief wipe was rubbed over the pet's mouth, just have the pet drink some water.

No, all the ingredients in the product are non-toxic. If the bathing cloth was rubbed over the pet's eyes/nose, just rinse the eyes/nose with water. If the bathing cloth was rubbed over the pet's mouth, just have the pet drink some water. We suggest waiting 48 hours after application of the flea and tick drops before using the Simple Solution Pre-Moistened Bathing Wipes. This will allow the drops time to be thoroughly absorbed into the pet's skin.

NEVER. The mild “correction” pulses delivered when a pet approaches the boundary are designed to get your pet’s attention, but not punish him. This method has been proven safe and will not harm your pet.

There are two answers to this question. The first is to call the Animal Poison Control Center of the ASPCA. They have specially trained veterinarians on staff to assist both the client and the client's veterinarian with emergencies such as this. The phone number for the APCC is 888-426-4435. They are available 24/7. You can also access their website at www.apcc.aspca.org. We recommend checking out the "make your pet's home poison safe" exercise on the website.

I would advise against this. Hamsters are very territorial. I have heard stories of hamsters who immediately attacked a mouse or rat when they met.

Call immediately if you think your pet ate something toxic for further instruction. Time is very important!!! It only takes 30-60 minutes for ingested products to become absorbed into the blood stream. Many toxins can be fatal, but with immediate action the outcome can be favorable. Cats are particularly sensitive to acetaminophen (Tylenol?), Daylilies, and Philodendrons as well as the items listed above. To see a list of toxic plants, visit the ASPCA page.

We have a close relative of poison-ivy, called poison-oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum). If you are going to spend time in any wild places in southern California or northern Baja California (except in the deserts), it is very important that you learn to recognize this plant. It is a common component of the natural vegetation in coastal canyons, foothill chaparral, and forest systems throughout the region.

Healthy Edible bones depending on the flavor, can crumble. While the fruit flavors seem to be the least likely, the pop-pup potato and chick-n-cheez flavors will crumble if they are microwaved. Healthy Edible bones are completely edible. As with any snack, we do recommend that your dog be supervised while eating.

Some muscle soreness, lethargy and mild fever persisting for a day or two are considered common reactions to stimulation of the immune system. Vaccine reactions beyond this are unusual but possible. Allergic reactions characterized usually by facial swelling and hives are a strong sign that special care should be taken in administering vaccinations.