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Pets and Animals Tips We are your one source for pet and animal tips. Pets and Animals Tips is a collaboration of information for pet owners, animal lovers and everyone in between.

From aquatic friends to furry companions, we're dedicated to helping you and your best friends live healthier, happier lives together. We are a group of pet owners and animal enthusiasts who have several years of experience in owning various types of pets, ranging from small rodents such as hamsters and gerbils, to cats and dogs, to aquarium fish and reptiles, and more. Our goal is to help pets an

d their humans to build happy, healthy and meaningful relationships. Thanks for spending some time with us!

Look into your pet's eyes and you'll see exactly what you put into your relationship with them. The bond works both ways...
22/04/2025

Look into your pet's eyes and you'll see exactly what you put into your relationship with them. The bond works both ways - what are you reflecting today? 🐾

Ever noticed how your pet always seems to know when you're sad? Scientists believe they can actually smell the chemical ...
18/04/2025

Ever noticed how your pet always seems to know when you're sad? Scientists believe they can actually smell the chemical changes in our bodies during emotional shifts! 🧠

☔️ April showers bringing your active pet down? We’ve got you covered! Try these indoor enrichment ideas to keep those m...
14/04/2025

☔️ April showers bringing your active pet down? We’ve got you covered! Try these indoor enrichment ideas to keep those minds busy when outdoor adventures aren't an option.

🐕 For Dogs:
🦴 Snuffle mats - hide treats throughout a textured mat for natural foraging
🦴 Hallway fetch with soft toys
🦴 Hide and seek - have them find you or their favorite toy
🦴 Stair exercises (up and down) for energy burning
🦴 Training sessions - rainy days are perfect for working on new tricks!

🐱 For Cats:
🐟 DIY puzzle feeders from cardboard boxes
🐟 Paper bag mazes with treats hidden throughout
🐟 Toilet paper roll treat dispensers
🐟 Rotate toys to keep things interesting
🐟 Window perches for bird watching (rain makes birds active!)

🐇 For Small Pets:
🥕 Cardboard castles for exploring
🥕 Rearrange cage elements for novelty
🥕 Tunnels made from paper towel rolls
🥕 Supervised floor time in a pet-proofed room

⚡️ Bonus tip - Use rainy days as bonding opportunities! Many pets appreciate extra cuddle time or gentle grooming sessions when the weather keeps everyone indoors.

Lastly, know that mental stimulation can be just as tiring as physical exercise. A good puzzle toy can leave your pet as satisfied as a long walk!

❤️   is here! Today we're celebrating the many weird, wonderful and sometimes downright bizarre ways our pets have chang...
11/04/2025

❤️ is here! Today we're celebrating the many weird, wonderful and sometimes downright bizarre ways our pets have changed our lives.

Because let's be honest… pet ownership has rewritten our rulebooks in ways we NEVER expected:
🏠 Home Décor 🏠
Remember when you bought furniture for style, not durability against claws, teeth and mysterious stains? Now your design aesthetic is "will this hide fur?"

👖 Fashion Choices 👖
Black pants? Not without a lint roller collection. White shirts? A bold choice for cat owners!

📱 Phone Storage 📱
90% pet photos, 10% everything else. And you wouldn't have it any other way.

💤 Sleep Habits 💤
You now sleep in whatever tiny corner your pet allows you to have. Somehow THEY need 80% of the bed.

🎬 TV Preferences 🎬
You've found yourself watching pet-themed shows and movies just to see if your pet reacts to the animals on screen.

💰 Budget Priorities 💰
You'll skip your coffee shop visit but won't think twice about that new pet toy that caught your eye.

🧹 Cleaning Schedule 🧹
Vacuuming is now a lifestyle, not a chore.

🚶‍♀️ Walking Routes 🚶‍♀️
Determined entirely by which neighbors have dogs your dog likes (or doesn't).

But despite all these life adjustments, we wouldn't change a thing! That's the magic of the pet-human bond - they turn our worlds upside down, and we thank them for it.

What's the funniest way your pet has changed YOUR life? Share your story below!

The best pet-proofing strategy? Get down on their level (literally on the floor) and see your home from their perspectiv...
09/04/2025

The best pet-proofing strategy? Get down on their level (literally on the floor) and see your home from their perspective. You'll spot hazards you never noticed before! 🔍

🚑 April is National  ! While we always hope our furry friends stay safe, being prepared for emergencies can make all the...
01/04/2025

🚑 April is National ! While we always hope our furry friends stay safe, being prepared for emergencies can make all the difference.

Here's what every pet parent should have in their pet first aid kit:
📋 Digital thermometer (normal temps vary by species!)
📋 Gauze pads and self-adhering bandage wrap
📋 Blunt-tip scissors for trimming fur around wounds
📋 Tweezers for splinter or tick removal
📋 Saline eye wash
📋 Clean towels or blankets
📋 Disposable gloves
📋 Your vet's phone number AND the nearest emergency vet

Where to keep your kit:
🏠 One at home in an easy-to-reach location
🏠 Travel-sized version in your car
🏠 Mini kit in your hiking backpack if you adventure together

🎓 Knowledge is just as important as supplies! Consider taking a pet first aid course online or through your local animal shelter or Red Cross chapter.

Know that first aid is just that - FIRST aid designed to stabilize your pet until you can get professional help. 🩺

Always follow up with your veterinarian after any incident requiring first aid.

Your pets might not understand Monday, but they sure know how to make it better. Here's to the world's best WFH coworker...
31/03/2025

Your pets might not understand Monday, but they sure know how to make it better. Here's to the world's best WFH coworkers. 🏠

🦜 Considering a parrot? Here's what no one tells you about these feathered comedians…Parrots are ✨brilliant, ✨ but that'...
25/03/2025

🦜 Considering a parrot? Here's what no one tells you about these feathered comedians…
Parrots are ✨brilliant, ✨ but that's both amazing and challenging. They’re known to…
🧩Solve puzzles faster than toddlers
😤Hold grudges longer than your ex
💊Always know when you're trying to sneak medicine in their food

Think you're grabbing a quick shower? Your bird will choose that moment to perfectly mimic your ringtone, the doorbell and your neighbor's car alarm. In sequence. 😵‍💫

They'll watch you hide the treat jar, wait until you leave, then figure out how to open it. And yes, they'll close it back to destroy the evidence. 😈

🕒 Real talk about parrot life:
🏠 They live 20-50 years (species dependent)
🧩 Need daily interaction and mental stimulation
📏 Require more space than most apartments allow
🪑 Can and will redecorate your furniture with their beaks

Don’t get us wrong… being a is one of the most rewarding things you can take on in life. You just also need to be aware of the challenges!! 💖

Ready for a parrot? Look into adopting - many need homes because people underestimate their needs.

Today we’re grateful for the veterinarians who answer our panicked calls and walk us through pet emergencies. 💚 Until yo...
20/03/2025

Today we’re grateful for the veterinarians who answer our panicked calls and walk us through pet emergencies. 💚 Until you have one of these moments, you don’t really think about the fact that pet ERs are incredibly rare.

Dogs really are the best judges of character.
12/03/2025

Dogs really are the best judges of character.

🐕 There's something uniquely powerful about a dog's instincts. They read energy better than any high-tech security syste...
11/03/2025

🐕 There's something uniquely powerful about a dog's instincts. They read energy better than any high-tech security system and spot fake people faster than a social media background check. 🔍

Think about it… your dog notices things about people that you miss.
🤔That friend who makes them uneasy?
💡Six months later you discover why.
🤔The delivery person they absolutely adore?
💡Always turns out to be the one who brings extra treats.

Dogs are experts at reading body language, tone and intention. While we're caught up analyzing words and overthinking situations, they're picking up on the subtle signals that really matter. 💭

So next time your dog has a strong reaction to someone, pay attention!!

Not because every dog's judgment is perfect, but because they're tapping into something deeper than surface-level charm. 🐶

Your dog might just be the best people-reader you know. What's the most spot-on judgment call your dog has ever made? Share your story below.

🐹 March is  , and we need to talk about these underrated critters.  are some of the most misunderstood small pets. Sure,...
06/03/2025

🐹 March is , and we need to talk about these underrated critters.

are some of the most misunderstood small pets. Sure, they're adorable, but there's so much more to them than cuteness!

Let’s start with personality. These little chatterers have opinions about everything. That happy "wheek" sound when they hear the fridge open? Pure joy.

And each pig has their own quirks - some are total lap potatoes while others never stop exploring.

As for space and lifestyle, they’re perfect for apartments or small spaces. They're active during the day (not at 3 AM like hamsters), quiet enough for any living situation and don't need outdoor space.

Real talk about care:
🥕 Daily fresh veggies and unlimited hay
🏠 Weekly habitat cleaning
💚 At least one piggy friend (they're social animals)
⏰ 4-8 year commitment

If you're considering a small pet, check your local shelters - many have guinea pigs looking for homes!

Want happy guinea pigs? Put multiple water bottles in their habitat. If one leaks or both of your pigs are thirsty at th...
04/03/2025

Want happy guinea pigs? Put multiple water bottles in their habitat. If one leaks or both of your pigs are thirsty at the same time, the backup water source makes a big difference. 💚

Anyone else headed into the weekend excited to hang out with their dog?! 😅 They just look so dang cozy while they’re up ...
28/02/2025

Anyone else headed into the weekend excited to hang out with their dog?! 😅 They just look so dang cozy while they’re up on the couch with us!

For the final week of our Enrichment Series, let's transform your space into an enrichment paradise using what you alrea...
25/02/2025

For the final week of our Enrichment Series, let's transform your space into an enrichment paradise using what you already have. No fancy equipment needed… just smart setups that keep your pets engaged! 😻

Try these ideas for indoor adventure zones…
🔍 The Lookout Post 🔍
🪟 Clear window space
📦 Stable boxes or furniture
🌞 Sunny spot access
🐦 Bird watching central!

🧩 The Puzzle Corner 🧩
🧸 Rotate toys weekly
🎁 Hide treats at different heights
🔄 Switch locations often
🎯 Keep it fresh and fun

😎 The Chill Zone 😎
🛋️ Cozy blanket nest
🧸 Favorite toys nearby
🌿 Calming environment
😴 Perfect for decompressing

🤠 The Exploration Trail 🤠
🏃‍♂️ Clear pathway around room
🎪 Add tunnel opportunities
🦴 Surprise treat stations
🌟 Add new discoveries daily

⚠️ Pro Tip: Rotate these zones weekly to keep your pet's interest peaked. Even small changes feel like big adventures!

Let's talk about sensory enrichment: activities that engage your pet's natural instincts without costing a penny. These ...
19/02/2025

Let's talk about sensory enrichment: activities that engage your pet's natural instincts without costing a penny. These simple ideas make everyday moments more exciting!

👀 Sight Enrichment 👀
🛋️ Rearrange furniture slightly
🪟 Create a cozy window spot
🎥 Play nature videos
🔦 Try shadow play at night

🔊 Sound Adventures 🔊
🎵 Classical music
🌧️ Nature sounds
📱 Pet-specific YouTube channels
🗣️ New words in different tones
👃 Scent Exploration 👃
🛍️ Hide treats in paper bags
🌿 Bring in fresh outdoor scents
🔍 Create treat trails
🧊 Freeze favorite snacks

🐾 Touch and Texture 🐾
🧸 Blanket forts
📦 Empty boxes
🎪 Tunnels from bedsheets
🌡️ Sunny spots for sprawling

⚠️ Pro Tip: Introduce one new experience at a time. Watch what catches your pet's interest and build on those preferences!

What's your pet's favorite sensory experience? Does your cat go crazy for boxes? Maybe your dog loves classical music? Share below! 🐾

Your pet doesn't care about your morning bedhead, messy house or bad day at work. They just care that you're home! Just ...
18/02/2025

Your pet doesn't care about your morning bedhead, messy house or bad day at work. They just care that you're home! Just being yourself and being present is more than enough. 😻

Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re staying in tonight or have plans to paint the town red, don’t forget to show your ...
14/02/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re staying in tonight or have plans to paint the town red, don’t forget to show your pets a little extra love too. ❤️

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