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Pocket Pets 101: Preventive Care Tips for Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, and More
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January 15, 2025 by Dupont Veterinary Clinic

Pocket Pets 101: Preventive Care Tips for Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, and More

Pocket Pets 101: Preventive Care Tips for Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, and More

Hamsters, guinea pigs, and other pocket pets offer a special kind of experience for pet owners. They also require special kinds of care. If you are thinking about bringing a pocket pet into your home, be sure you know what they need to thrive. This guide to pocket pet care will show you how to […]

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Should You Adopt a Hamster?

Should You Adopt a Hamster?

Those button eyes and sweet faces make hamsters adorable pets, and their small size makes them suitable for small spaces. But there is a lot to learn about hamster behavior and care before deciding to bring this exotic pet into your home.

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The Many Joys of Owning a Pet Rat

The Many Joys of Owning a Pet Rat

People have lived in close proximity to rodents for millennia. As soon as our ancestors learned how to grow and store food, all sorts of small animals followed. It was only a matter of time until rats became one of humanityโ€™s favorite pets.  Without a  doubt, rats have endearing personalities. They are smart, curious and […]

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The Skinny on the Scaly: The Best in Basic Reptile Care

The Skinny on the Scaly: The Best in Basic Reptile Care

Reptiles are fun, interesting, unusual, and intelligent. While not as fluffy or playful as other household pets, snakes, lizards and turtles can bring a lot of joy to owners of various experience levels.  For many people with allergies to feathers or fur, reptiles offer a great alternative to traditional pet ownership. Plus, when done right, […]

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Exotic Pet Wellness Care

Exotic Pet Wellness Care

Reptiles, birds, and small mammals can make wonderful pets. Watching them go about their daily lives, interacting with them, and caring for the can be fun, educational, and deeply satisfying. Itโ€™s important to note, though, that while most exotic pets seem easy to care for, it isnโ€™t always the case. These special pets often have […]

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