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![Do Crows Eat Chickens? [Are They A Threat To Your Flock?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Crows-Eat-Chickens_-Are-They-A-Threat-To-Your-Flock_.png)
Crows are deceivingly big birds, and they are known to be quite aggressive, too. But would they attack, or eat, a chicken given a chance? How much of a risk are they to the flock of any chicken keeper? Here is what you need to know. So, do crows eat …
![Water Dog vs Axolotl [Are These Salamanders Any Different?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Water-Dog-vs-Axolotl-Are-These-Salamanders-Any-Different_.png)
Water Dogs and Axolotls; are these the same or are there drastic differences between the two? I spent some time researching to find out for good! So, what is the difference between a Water Dog vs. an Axolotl? Water Dogs and Axolotls are different species of salamander. They are native …
![Can Bearded Dragons Eat Eggplant? [Is This Fruit Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Bearded-Dragons-Eat-Eggplant_-Is-This-Fruit-Safe_.png)
Bearded dragons enjoy a colorful and varied diet – they are omnivores, after all. There are only a few foods that are off-limits in their diet. But what about eggplant? Is this a safe or beneficial food for them to enjoy? Here is what you need to know. So, can …
![Do Frogs Breathe Underwater? [Can Frogs Actually Drown?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Breathe-Underwater_-Can-Frogs-Actually-Drown_.png)
Frogs are amphibians, so along with toads, salamanders, and newts, they can live both in the water and on land. But what about breathing? Are frogs capable of exchanging gases required for life when submerged? Here is all that you will want to know. So, do frogs breathe underwater? Frogs do …
![Best Heated Waterer For Chickens [Top Picks & Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Heated-Waterer-For-Chickens-Top-Picks-Buyers-Guide.png)
The temperature plummets. Your chicken’s water has frozen. Not good. Keeping your flock hydrated and ensuring they have access to water has just become much more challenging. But in the colder months of the year, regularly checking and changing the water is just not a practical solution. And in some …
![Can Bearded Dragons Eat Butternut Squash? [Should They?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Bearded-Dragons-Eat-Butternut-Squash_-Should-They_.png)
It’s understandable to question giving certain foods to your bearded dragon. At the same time, it’s only natural to worry that they are getting all the nutrients they need. But what about Butternut Squash? Does this have a place in the diet, and is it something you can offer and …
![Mudpuppy vs Axolotl [How Are These Salamanders Different?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Mudpuppy-vs-Axolotl-How-Are-These-Salamanders-Different_.png)
At first glance, it’s easy to mistake a Mudpuppy with an Axolotl. And vice versa. But upon closer inspection, you can start to tell them apart. It naturally raises the question; what is the difference between these two salamanders? Let’s find out. So, what is the difference between a Mudpuppy …
![Do Axolotls Need A Filter? [Is Filtration Necessary?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Axolotls-Need-A-Filter_-Is-Filtration-Necessary_.png)
If you’ve never kept an axolotl as a pet before and are thinking of getting one, caring for them can seem daunting at first. There’s just so much to consider! And water quality is one such area that you’ll likely have many questions about. Is a water filter even truly …
![Do Frogs Drink Water? [This Is Actually Quite Amazing]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Drink-Water_-This-Is-Actually-Quite-Amazing.png)
Every animal, from ant to elephant, requires water in order to survive, and frogs are no exception. But how do they get the hydration they need? Is it through the physical act of drinking? Here is all you will want to know. So, do frogs drink water? Frogs do not drink …
![Can Sugar Gliders Eat Fruit? [Are These 17 Fruits Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Sugar-Gliders-Eat-Fruit_-Are-These-17-Fruits-Safe_.png)
Wild sugar gliders are omnivorous by nature. They eat a large variety of different foods, most of which comes down to accessibility and availability. With a diet of such diversity, it can be challenging to know what to feed a sugar glider or what foods are optimal for them. Fruit …
![Best Brush For Maltipoo [Best Options And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Brush-For-Maltipoo-Best-Options-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Part and parcel of Maltipoo ownership is regular brushing and grooming; they do not shed their coats, after all. So, it’s important that you invest in a high-quality brush. One that will enable you to keep your dogs coat in optimal condition – preventing any matting or tangles along the …
![Best Brush For Cavoodle [Best Options And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Brush-For-Cavoodle-Best-Options-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Whether your Cavoodle sports a curly, fleece, or straight coat; brushing is essential to keep knots, tangles, and mats at bay. And working with a proper brush can be a gamechanger. Not just for your Cavoodle but for you, the groomer too. Besides, you want to make the process comfortable …
![Are Axolotls Illegal In California? [Can You Own One There?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Are-Axolotls-Illegal-In-California_-Can-You-Own-One-There_.png)
As a resident of California, you may be wondering whether or not it is legal to keep an axolotl as a pet. Are there any exceptions or permits you need to obtain? Having researched the local laws, here is what you need to know. So are axolotls illegal in California? Axolotls …
![What Do Frogs Eat As A Pet? [Dietary Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/What-Do-Frogs-Eat-As-A-Pet_-Dietary-Guide-For-Owners.png)
Frogs will eat practically anything in the wild, from butterflies to spiders! But keeping them as pets is a little different. Besides, we cannot always ensure that these will be around for our amphibians to eat. As such, it is essential that we proactively source appropriate food for our frogs; …
![Best Brush For Cavapoo [Best Options And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Brush-For-Cavapoo-Best-Options-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Cavapoos really are just a cute, cuddly teddy bear. When their coats are regularly groomed and kept in good condition that is! Problem is, they require regular brushing. Otherwise, that curly coat can become all matted and tangled. And that’s not good. For anyone. With a coat that does not …
![Why Does My Dog Drool Around Other Dogs? [Top 5 Reasons]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Why-Does-My-Dog-Drool-Around-Other-Dogs_-Top-5-Reasons.png)
Taking your dog out for their daily exercise is usually a pleasurable experience. But you may have become concerned by your dog’s drool, mainly if it follows interactions with other dogs. What does this mean, why does a dog do this, and is it a cause for concern? Let’s find …
![Do Frogs Eat...[22 Food Sources Under The Microscope]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Eat...22-Food-Sources-Under-The-Microscope.png)
Frogs consume a varied diet, to say the least. Both in the wild and in captivity (when kept as pets.) As such, it can be difficult to know what these amphibians do and do not eat. So, I decided to research into the dietary patterns and behaviors of frogs. You’ll …
![Do Pet Frogs Smell? [Do They Have Any Natural Bad Odors?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Pet-Frogs-Smell_-Do-They-Have-Any-Natural-Bad-Odors_.png)
If you are considering owning a or several pet frogs, you will naturally want to know whether they smell. Besides, this can have big implications of whether you can, or want, to keep them at all. At the very least, it will play a role in where they are kept. …
![Do Rattlesnakes Lay Eggs? [How Do These Snakes Reproduce?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Rattlesnakes-Lay-Eggs_-How-Do-These-Snakes-Reproduce_.png)
Rattlesnakes are notorious for their tails; the crucial organ that warns predators and distracts prey. But one less known aspect of these reptiles is how they reproduce. Do they lay eggs like most other species of reptiles or are they part of the rare group that do not? Here is …
![Do Frogs Eat Mice? [It All Depends On This One Factor]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Eat-Mice_-It-All-Depends-On-This-One-Factor.png)
Frogs are opportunistic feeders, consuming a wide variety of different foods and anything that comes their way. Being primarily carnivorous by nature, this can include but is not limited to small insects, snails, and worms. But what about mice? Would a frog attempt to eat prey of this size? Here …
![Do Frogs Eat Snails? [What About That Hard Shell?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Eat-Snails_-What-About-That-Hard-Shell_.png)
The diet of a frog is relatively varied. As opportunistic feeders, they primarily eat what comes their way. Within reason, of course. But what about snails? Would a frog attempt or routinely consume them? So, do frogs eat snails? Frogs do eat snails if given the opportunity to do so. They …
![Do Frogs Eat Crickets? [Is This Insect Typically Consumed?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Eat-Crickets_-Is-This-Insect-Typically-Consumed_.png)
As opportunistic carnivores, frogs are known to devour pretty much anything that crosses their path! But what about crickets? Do frogs instinctively eat them? Here is what you need to know. So, do frogs eat crickets? Most frog species will readily consume crickets, both in the wild and in captivity. However, …
![Do Frogs Sleep With Their Eyes Open? [The Surprising Truth]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Frogs-Sleep-With-Their-Eyes-Open_-The-Surprising-Truth.png)
The sleeping habits of frogs may be of interest to you. Perhaps you have a local population nearby, a keen interest, or even keep them as pets. A common question asked is whether these amphibians sleep with their eyes open? The answer may come as a surprise… So, do frogs …
![How Big Do Frogs Get? [Size & Weight Of 18 Common Species]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Frogs-Get_-Size-Weight-Of-18-Common-Species-1.png)
Starting out as frogspawn, transitioning into a froglet and then again onto a frog. No wonder why it is so hard to envision how big a frog will get. And then there are the thousands of different species. But what kind of size does the average frog get; what is …
![Do Frogs Lay Eggs? [The Reproduction Guide For Frogs]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Lay-Eggs_-The-Reproduction-Guide-For-Frogs.png)
Are you wondering how frogs reproduce? Not sure whether these amphibians lay and develop from eggs? Here is all that you will want to know. So, do frogs lay eggs? Frogs lay eggs in water, anywhere from 2-10,000 at a time (depending on the species). A group of eggs laid at the …
![Can Chickens Cry? [Do These Birds Even Get Sad At All?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Chickens-Cry_-Do-These-Birds-Even-Get-Sad-At-All_.png)
Chickens are fascinating birds to observe; often giving us insight into their state of health and wellbeing. They do this in many ways, and if you look close enough, you will be able to identify these things for each individual bird, and the group in general. But what about crying? …
![Best Brush For Ragdoll Cat [Best Options And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Brush-For-Ragdoll-Cat-Best-Options-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Ragdolls cats naturally possess quite a long coat. And long-haired cats are known for their shedding. So you’re going to want to stick to a pretty regular brushing routine to stop their hair from collecting around your home. Besides, its much more comfortable for your cat. And, they’ll likely enjoy …
![Do Hamsters Cry? [Everything An Owner Will Need To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Hamsters-Cry_-Everything-An-Owner-Will-Need-To-Know.png)
A happy hamster is a playful and energetic one, keen to roam and explore the cage. But what about sadness? How can an owner tell something is up, and do these cute rodents cry when upset or hurt? Is it even possible for them to do so? Here is what …
![Can Cats Eat Marmite? [Should They Eat This Yeasty Spread?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Cats-Eat-Marmite_-Should-They-Eat-This-Yeasty-Spread_.png)
Marmite. You may personally love it. That’s likely why you have a jar at home. But will your cat love it too? Can, or should, they even eat this dark spread altogether? Here is what you need to know. So, can cats eat Marmite? Cats can eat a very small amount …
![Do Leopard Geckos Need UVB? [How Essential Is This Light?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Leopard-Geckos-Need-UVB_-How-Essential-Is-This-Light_.png)
Owning an exotic reptile like a leopard gecko undoubtedly comes with its questions. It can be challenging for beginners and new owners to know the difference between what they need to get and what is nice to have. UVB Lighting is one such topic. Are these lizards require this in …
![When Can Puppies Go In The Backyard? [The Considerations]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/When-Can-Puppies-Go-In-The-Backyard_-The-Considerations.png)
There is little more exciting than a new puppy. Whether it is playing or just generally spending time with them, it’s all great fun. But chances are, you will want to take them into your backyard. Or at least, you are going to want them to do their business outside. …
![Best Brush For Russian Blue Cat [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Brush-For-Russian-Blue-Cat-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Are you looking for the best brush for your Russian Blue Cat? Then you’ll be glad you stopped by! Today, I am going to be sharing with you the top products for this particular breed of cat and explain why. Short of time, here they are: Russian Blue cats just …
![Do Frogs Bite? [Have Teeth, Or Inflict Any Real Damage?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Frogs-Bite_-Have-Teeth-Or-Inflict-Any-Real-Damage_-1.png)
A frog biting. It’s hard to imagine. But do these amphibians ever do so? And more importantly, are bite dangerous or painful? Here is what you need to know. So, do frogs bite? Frogs can bite, with some species being more likely to do so than others. Frogs are most likely …
![How Big Do Bengal Cats Get? [Average Size Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Bengal-Cats-Get_-Average-Size-Guide-For-Owners.png)
Bengal cats are, in many ways, the small domesticated leopard. Besides, they do have leopard in their ancestry. In reflection of this, how big do these cats get? And what does this mean for ownership and care? Here is what you need to know regarding everything growth. So, how big …
![How Big Do Sphynx Cats Get? [Average Size Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Sphynx-Cats-Get_-Average-Size-Guide.png)
No fur or whiskers. That’s how the Sphynx cat is generally perceived and how we all imagine them. But what is the size of this breed of cat? Here is what you will want to know. So, how big do Sphynx cats get? Sphynx cats typically reach between 8-10 inches …
![How To Clean Cat Urine From Mattress [The Right Way]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/How-To-Clean-Cat-Urine-From-Mattress-The-Right-Way.png)
There is nothing worse than to find your cat has urinated on your bed, especially if you have just settled down for the night! But it can and does happen. Now you could get very upset and angry about it, or you could take proactive measures to remedy the problem. …
![How Big Do Teacup Poodles Get? [Average Height, Weight & Size]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Teacup-Poodles-Get_-Average-Height-Weight-Size.png)
Any dog with the word ‘teacup’ in its name will spark interest in its size, particularly if you are looking at getting one. But how big do these dogs get, and what does this all mean for ownership? Here is what you need to know. So, how big do teacup …
![When Do Cockapoos Calm Down? [And How To Help Them Do So]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/When-Do-Cockapoos-Calm-Down_-And-How-To-Help-Them-Do-So.png)
Cockapoos are adorable dogs combining the favorable characteristics of the Poodle (intelligence) and the Cocker Spaniel (sweet, loving temperament). They are naturally social dogs that are full of energy and love to always be around people. But if you have recently gotten yourself a Cockapoo you might be surprised by their …
![Can Rats Eat Pineapple? [Is This Fruit Even Safe To Feed?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Rats-Eat-Pineapple_-Is-This-Fruit-Even-Safe-To-Feed_.png)
Considering feeding pineapple to your rat? Not sure if it is the right food to feed and if it is even safe to do so? You needn’t worry. I’ve got you covered. Here is what you need to know So, can rats eat pineapple? Rats can eat pineapple, although should …
![Can Rats Eat Avocado? [Is This A Safe Dietary Addition?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Rats-Eat-Avocado_-Is-This-A-Safe-Dietary-Addition_.png)
Rats like to eat. And as omnivores, they can eat both plant matter and animal-based foods. This is when they do best. But not all foods are safe and healthy, even for some that fall in such categories. What about avocados? Can you offer them? Here is what you need …
![Can Rats Eat Carrots? [A Closer Review Of This Orange Veg]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Rats-Eat-Carrots_-A-Closer-Review-Of-This-Orange-Veg.png)
Carrots are great. Cheap, versatile and surprisingly sweet. But are they safe to offer to a rat? Can they benefit from eating them? Let’s find out! So, can rats eat carrots? Rats can eat carrots, both raw and boiled, including the tops. While carrots provide vitamins and minerals, they do …
![What Do Chickens Like To Play With? [The Entertainment Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/What-Do-Chickens-Like-To-Play-With_-The-Entertainment-Guide.png)
Keeping chickens is very rewarding and generally, a lot of fun. At least for us keepers. But what about our birds? How do we keep life interesting for them and is there anything, in particular, we can provide to support their wellbeing? Here is what you need to know. So, …
![What Do Bearded Dragons Like To Play With? [The Options]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/What-Do-Bearded-Dragons-Like-To-Play-With_-The-Options.png)
As an owner of a bearded dragon, one of your primary responsibilities is keeping them sufficiently entertained and occupied. Besides, nobody wants their pet to be bored and unhappy. Giving them things to play with is ideal here – but what do they like and what is recommended? Here is …
![What Do Rabbits Like To Play With? [How To Keep Them Happy]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/What-Do-Rabbits-Like-To-Play-With_-How-To-Keep-Them-Happy.png)
Rabbits may seem relatively laid-back, but they need sufficient stimulation for their emotional wellbeing and for health. It naturally follows that an owner should provide, or at least enable, entertainment and regularly throughout the day. But what do rabbits enjoy? How do you provide such enrichment? Here is what you …
![Best Tank For Axolotl [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Tank-For-Axolotl-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
The tank you choose for your axolotl could not be more important. It’s their home after all. For this particular pet, it is where they will be spending 99% of their time. You need to get it, just right. But for an amphibian with such specific needs, it can be …
![How Big Do Lhasa Apsos Get? [Average Size Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/How-Big-Do-Lhasa-Apsos-Get_-Average-Size-Guide-For-Owners.png)
There is something about the Lhasa Apso. Perhaps one of the most iconic-looking dog breeds, bearing some resemblance to the Shih Tzu and Maltese. It is no real surprise you are considering one. But how big does the typical Lhasa get? And what does their size mean for owners? Here …
![Can Rats Eat Cucumber? [Is This Green Fruit Suitable?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Rats-Eat-Cucumber_-Is-This-Green-Fruit-Suitable_.png)
Rats are not particularly fussy eaters. So much so that we have to really think about what we feed them. Is it appropriate, healthy or even beneficial. Cucumber is one such food that you may be tempted in providing. But should you do so? Here is what you need to …
![Do Axolotls Lay Eggs? [Everything You Need To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Axolotls-Lay-Eggs_-Everything-You-Need-To-Know.png)
Axolotls are different and unique in so many different ways. So much so that it’s only natural to question the traits, behaviors, and biological processes that govern the species, or that they share with other amphibians, or even us. One such interesting area, in particular, is how they breed; how …
![Best Sand For Axolotl Tank [Top Picks And Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Sand-For-Axolotl-Tank-Top-Picks-And-Buyers-Guide.png)
Substrate plays an important role in the tank of an axolotl. From helping with water chemistry, filtration, to the general aesthetic. But for a bottom-dwelling amphibian, it also helps them forage for food and reduce light reflections that can result in stress. It’s fair to say its important. Sand is …
![Do Axolotls Sleep? [It's Not As Clear-Cut As You Might Think]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Do-Axolotls-Sleep_-Its-Not-As-Clear-Cut-As-You-Might-Think.png)
Axolotls are unique in so many different ways. To the point where it only leads us to question what traits, tendencies, and behaviors we share with them. Sleep is one such example. Do these smiley salamanders rest in this way? Let’s find out? So, do axolotls sleep? Axolotls do sleep …