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![How Do Mice Mate? [Breeding Process Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/How-Do-Mice-Mate-Breeding-Process-Guide.png)
Wondering how mice mate? Seeking further information about the process – from when and how they do it all the way through to signs it is happening or has happened? You’ve come to the right place. Without further ado, let’s get started. So, how do mice mate? Mice mate when the …
![How Do Rats Mate? [Breeding Process Explained]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/How-Do-Rats-Mate-Breeding-Process-Explained.png)
If you keep pet rats and are thinking of breeding from them, then it’s best to do so in a controlled and responsible manner. You’ll soon see why. This also means you must understand their reproductive processes and characteristics. But what are they, and what do you need to know? …
![My Dog Ate A Mouse [Do This Immediately - It's For The Best]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/My-Dog-Ate-A-Mouse-Do-This-Immediately-Its-For-The-Best-.png)
There’s something about the chase for a dog. And sometimes they are successful – catching their target even if it is against the odds. Other times, an animal may already be dead and it’s just the result of sniffing it out. But what happens, and should you do, if your …
![How Long Can You Leave A Hamster Alone? [And Tips To Do So]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/How-Long-Can-You-Leave-A-Hamster-Alone-And-Tips-To-Do-So.png)
Even though a hamster lives in a cage, it is not an entirely hands-free pet. They have certain needs that simply must be met. But how long can you generally leave them alone before issues can typically arise? Or before they are going to need your help and support. Here …
![Why Is My Hamster Not Using Its Wheel [And How To Get Them To]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Why-Is-My-Hamster-Not-Using-Its-Wheel-And-How-To-Get-Them-To.png)
Hamsters are animals that love their daytime rest but are known for their nighttime antics. In the wild, hamsters are very active running, finding food, and digging burrows. In order to provide them plenty of activity when owned as pets, the running wheel seems like a natural solution. Many hamsters …
![Why Is My Hamster Not Drinking Water? [And Things To Try]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Why-Is-My-Hamster-Not-Drinking-Water-And-Things-To-Try.png)
Hamsters are curious and active at night, but sometimes they may do things we don’t understand. A hamster that does not drink water can be both confusing and stressful for its owner. Why is your hamster not drinking water, and what should you do? Let’s find out. So, why is …
![Does PetSmart Sell Ferrets [This Will Save You Lots Of Time]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Does-PetSmart-Sell-Ferrets-This-Will-Save-You-Lots-Of-Time.png)
Are you looking to get a ferret as a pet? Wondering whether you can simply pop down to PetSmart and return with one? Well, would such a visit prove successful? Here is what you should know. So, do PetSmart sell ferrets? PetSmart does not sell ferrets, instead, they only sell …
![Does PetSmart Sell Rats? [The Answer Is Not So Simple]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Does-PetSmart-Sell-Rats-The-Answer-Is-Not-So-Simple.png)
Have you decided that a pet rat is for you, but not sure where to buy one? What about PetSmart? Do they stock and sell these social, intelligent rodents? Here is what you’ll want to know. So, does PetSmart sell rats? Most PetSmart stores sell rats, along with a range …
![How Long Do Fancy Rats Live? [Average Lifespan In Captivity]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/How-Long-Do-Fancy-Rats-Live-Average-Lifespan-In-Captivity.png)
If you are looking to get a rat as a pet, chances are the Fancy rat will be in the running. Besides, it’s of the main varieties you’ll often find available. They are bred specifically for domestication, after all. But how long do they typically live for? Here is everything …
![How Long Do Dumbo Rats Live? [Average Lifespan In Captivity]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/How-Long-Do-Dumbo-Rats-Live-Average-Lifespan-In-Captivity.png)
Every new or potential owner needs to know how long their pet should live. Financially, emotionally; there are various reasons why it’s good to know. But what about the Dumbo rat? Are these rodents long-lived? What is their average lifespan? Here is what you need to know. So, how long …
![Dumbo Rats vs Fancy Rats [Differences and Similarities]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Dumbo-Rats-vs-Fancy-Rats-Differences-and-Similarities.png)
Dumbo Rats and Fancy Rats are the two main types of domestic rats that you will come across when looking to buy a pet rat. But how are they different from each other? Should you get a Dumbo Rat or a Fancy Rat? Here are some things you need to …
![What Is A Fancy Rat? [How Do They Differ From Other Varieties?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/What-Is-A-Fancy-Rat-How-Do-They-Differ-From-Other-Varieties.png)
Have you stumbled across the ‘Fancy Rat’? It’s an utterly fascinating name and one that naturally comes with a range of questions. What makes them so fancy being perhaps the first that springs to mind. Well, I decided to research them to find out. I’ll be sharing all that I found here …
![How Big Do Fancy Rats Get? [Average Size Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/How-Big-Do-Fancy-Rats-Get-Average-Size-Guide-For-Owners.png)
Are you looking at the Fancy rat breed and considering ownership? Not sure how big they get and want this information before perhaps proceeding? You’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re going to be taking a look at all things size when it comes to the breed. By the …
![What Is A Dumbo Rat? [Everything You'll Want To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/What-Is-A-Dumbo-Rat-Everything-Youll-Want-To-Know.png)
Stumbled across the Dumbo Rat? Not sure what they are or what the ‘Dumbo‘ means? That’s not a problem. Here is all that you will want, and need, to know. So, what is a Dumbo Rat? A Dumbo Rat is a type of Fancy Rat with characteristically big ears. They have …
![Why Are Guinea Pigs Called Guinea Pigs? [You Could Not Guess]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Why-Are-Guinea-Pigs-Called-Guinea-Pigs-You-Could-Not-Guess.png)
Guinea pig. When you come to think about it, its actually quite a strange name for an animal. But why are they called this? I spent some time researching to find out. Here is what you will want to know. So, why are guinea pigs called guinea pigs? There is …
![Do Chinchillas Make Good Pets? [Are They Are Right For You?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Do-Chinchillas-Make-Good-Pets-Are-They-Are-Right-For-You.png)
Whether Chinchillas make good pets is an essential question to ask before deciding to get one. Or several. Besides, any pet is a big commitment, and these rodents, in particular, are known for having unique requirements. But what are they like to own, who are they best for, and what …
![Do Degus Make Good Pets? [Discover If They Are Right For You]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Do-Degus-Make-Good-Pets-Discover-If-They-Are-Right-For-You.png)
If you are considering a degu, or perhaps several, then first and foremost, you will want to know whether they make good pets. Besides, you’ll spend a lot of time looking after them and ensuring that you meet their needs. But what are they like to own? Who are they …
![Do Degus Smell? [What Potential Owners Should Consider]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Do-Degus-Smell-What-Potential-Owners-Should-Consider.png)
Rodents have quite an unfortunate reputation; they are often associated with a disease or even foul smells or odors. This is not entirely fair – especially if you are keeping them as pets. But what about Degus? Are they known to smell bad, or is it something you will need …
![How Big Do Chinchillas Get? [Average Size Guide For Owners]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/How-Big-Do-Chinchillas-Get-Average-Size-Guide-For-Owners.png)
It has happened to many people, you start looking to add a pet to your family, and as you begin visiting stores or searching online, you come across the adorable grey ball of fluff known as a Chinchilla. With any caged pet comes an inevitable question. “How big is this …
![Are Gerbils Illegal In California? [What The Law States]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Are-Gerbils-Illegal-In-California-What-The-Law-States.png)
Living in California is great for so many reasons; the weather, the food, and the relaxed casual culture. I could go on. There is one downside though, and that’s the laws on pet ownership. To say the laws are strict on what you can own, is perhaps, an understatement. But …