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Why Is a Hamster’s Belly Swollen?
Hamsters are small, so subtle changes can go unnoticed, but a round, swollen belly is hard to miss - and the cause is not always clear. Here we discuss it.
Factors That Affect Kit Survival Rate
The period right after weaning is critical — kits switch from milk to feed and start independent life, but their systems are immature and they are naturally timid, making them prone to stress and death. Here are the key factors affecting kit survival.
How to Supplement a Breeding Rabbit’s Nutrition?
Keeping a breeder's nutrition balanced is key to quality, yet you must avoid overfeeding and obesity. How should owners supplement a breeder's diet? Read on with us.
Can Rabbits Eat Tomatoes?
Rabbits can eat tomatoes, and they love them, but only in small amounts. Too much watery food upsets their delicate gut. Here is how to feed tomatoes safely and other veg to offer.
What Are the Signs of Nutritional Imbalance in a Doe?
A doe's imbalance includes deficiency, excess, and imbalance. What are the signs of each? Read on for details.
Can Rabbits Eat Durian, and What Fruit to Avoid
Rabbits can eat a little durian but its high sugar risks indigestion, so fruit is best kept as an occasional treat; avoid avocado, persimmon, and citrus, which can cause blockage, toxins, or death.
What Foods Calcium-Boost a Hamster?
Hamsters usually get enough calcium from diet, but when bones need support, use dairy, egg white, dried mealworms, shrimp, or fortified mix, while avoiding lactose-heavy milk and overfeeding.
Causes of Postpartum Feed Refusal in Does
Postpartum feed refusal has become a major obstacle in rabbit farming. A doe that won't eat produces less milk, so kits get inadequate nutrition, weakening immunity, slowing growth, even causing death. This article analyzes the causes.
Causes of Kidney Failure in Dogs
Kidney failure has two types—acute (sudden, toxin-linked) and chronic (slow, age-linked). Causes include heart disease, toxins (human meds, grapes, chocolate), genes, old age, fight injury, no neuter with unmet heat, leptospira infection, and greasy diet. Regular checkups help prevent it.
What Causes Bad Breath in Rabbits?
Rabbit bad breath has many causes - poor mouth cleaning, indigestion, or oral disease. Find the root cause and address it specifically. This article explains common causes and corresponding treatments.