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Care
Good husbandry practices will help you take the very best care of your mammal.
This means providing a healthy diet, a clean and dry habitat, fresh food, and water.
Some small mammals are very social and will need attention from you daily.
At least once per week, remove all bedding and wash cage with a mild soap solution.
Rinse cage thoroughly with clean water to ensure the removal of soap residue.
Frequency of cage cleaning depends on cage size and number of animals in cage.
Always replace bedding with fresh product.
Not maintaining a clean cage could result in your pet developing respiratory problems due to ammonia build up in the cage caused by urine.
Diet and Treats
Small mammals may eat a wide variety of food items in the wild, foraging to meet their needs.
Most small mammals are herbivores, although there are a few exceptions that are omnivores.
As companions, they have the same needs, and with the premium diets manufactured by Kaytee, all of their nutritional needs are met.
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Read about the different lines of Kaytee products.
Some small mammals will require dietary supplements along with their Kaytee diets, such as dark leafy greens, vegetables and fruits.
Interaction/Socialization
The more time you spend with your pet, the more social it will become.
Be sure the time spent is quality time and the animal is being handled properly, with slow movements and gentle handling.
Health
It's very important to bring your small mammal pet to a veterinarian for annual check-ups.
Some small mammals will need annual vaccinations, for instance, rabbits and ferrets.
Do your homework before purchasing a small mammal as a pet.
| Resources |
- The Guide to Owning a Rat by Susan Fox
- The Guide to Owning a Rabbit by Anne Lindsay
- Guide to Owning a Ferret by Mary Field
- Guide to Owning a Guinea Pig by Graham J. Edsel
- The Guide to Owning a Hamster by Anmarie Barrie
- The Guide to Owning a Chinchilla by Anmarie Barrie
- Guide to Owning a Gerbil by Perry Putman
- Guide to Owning a Mouse by Howard Hirschhorn
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