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YOUR FURRY Friends
Rabbits
Rabbits are gentle herbivores with delicate digestive systems and continuously growing teeth. They rely onhigh-fiber hay, safe enrichment, and calm environmentsto stay healthy. Proper nutrition, grooming, and space to explore are essential for a long and happy life. Here’s everything you need to know to care for your bunny with confidence.
Hamsters
Hamsters are tiny, active explorers who need deep bedding, constant chewing material, and species-specific nutrition to thrive. Their small size makes them sensitive to changes in diet and environment. This guide helps you support their natural instincts—burrowing, foraging, nesting—and keep them healthy and stress-free.
Guinea Pigs
Guinea pigs are social, vocal companions with special dietary needs, including Vitamin C-rich food, fiber-heavy hay, and safe space to roam. Their digestive system and teeth require constant support through quality hay and natural chewing options. This section covers everything to keep your guinea pigs happy, nourished, and well cared for.
Common Care NEEDS of ALL FURRY FRIENDS
Grooming & Bathing
Your furry friends are dry groomersNever bathe themSpot-clean with baby wipesRegular brushing and gland cleaningDon’t pour or spray water or chemicals on them
Mites in Small Pets
Tiny parasites like Cheyletiella ("walking dandruff")Symptoms: dandruff, bald patches, scabs, weight loss, rough furTransmission: highly contagiousPrevention: clean litter box, bowls, tray; regular groomingTreatment: see rabbit-savvy vet, deep clean surroundingsWarning: Self-treatment can be fatal
Water Intake
Vital for digestion and hydrationHelps flush excess calciumEating more hay makes them drink moreRefusing water = possible diet issue
GI Stasis (Gastrointestinal Stasis)
Serious Emergency
Gut slows down = bad bacteria + gas = life-threatening.
Prevention:
Hay-rich diet, Exercise, Low stress.
Symptoms:
No poop, not eating, teeth grinding, hard stomach.
Action:
See vet immediately. Hydration, belly massage, infant gas drops.
Sore Hocks
Painful Condition on Back Feet
Causes:
Poor hygiene, damp bedding, long nails, wire floors.
Prevention/Treatment:
• Trim nails regularly
• Use fleece/cotton for flooring
• Avoid wire-bottom cages
Dental Disease
Symptoms:
• Drooling
• Reduced appetite
• Dirty fur
• Weepy eyes
• Deformed teeth
Treatment:
• Must be done by rabbit-savvy vet
• Never trim teeth at home
Summer Care
Heat Stroke Is Deadly!
Ideal temp: below 25°C / 77°
Tips:
• Indoors only
• Frozen water bottles nearby
• Ceramic tiles for resting
• Light grooming
• Cool damp cloth over cage
• Hydration is key
Signs of Heatstroke:
• Lethargy, red ears, drooling, short breaths
False Pregnancy
- Common in unspayed females
- Pulls fur, builds nest, becomes territorial
What to Do:
- Provide comfort and a nesting box
- Let it pass (~16-18 days)
- Prevent via spaying
Enrichment & Mental Stimulation
A Bored Pet Is an Unhappy Pet
Keep your pet active, curious, and mentally stimulated every day.
Tips:
• Provide tunnels, chew toys, digging boxes, and cardboard mazes
• Rotate toys weekly to keep things interesting
• Teach simple tricks using small healthy treats
• Let them roam safely in a bunny-proofed room or playpen
• Social interaction matters—spend time daily!
Pet-Proofing Your Home
Keep Them Safe While Free-Roaming Indoors
- Cover electrical wires with protectors or tubing
- Block access to houseplants (many are toxic)
- Use gates to limit access to dangerous areas
- Remove items they may chew like shoes, bags, or paper
- Secure furniture with sharp edges or where rabbits may hide unsafelyAvoid wire-bottom cages
Teeth never stop growing!
They can go and go
Hay helps keep them filed down
- Diet is key to dental health
Watergrass
- It is Nutrient-rich but not a hay substitute
- Provides vitamins, minerals, antioxidants
- Safe to grow at home: sprout in soil or jar
Rabbits
What Makes Rabbits Unique?
- Not rodents — they are Lagomorphs
- 4 upper incisors (rodents have only 2)
- Highly social, expressive, and intelligent
- Can be litter-trained
- Need large free-roaming time
Classification:
Order: Lagomorpha
Class: Mammalia
Family: Leporidae
Life Expectancy
How Long Do Rabbits Live?
- Indoor rabbits live 8–12 years with proper care.
- Oldest known: 16 years
- Essentials: balanced diet, medical care, proper housing, toys, and vet visits.
Adult Rabbit Diet
Core Diet:
- 80% Hay (Timothy for adults)
- 15% Greens (2 small bowls/day)
- 5% Pellets (30g per kg body weight)
- Unlimited clean water (preferably in heavy bowls)
Extras:
- Fruits/carrots: 1-2 inches/week max
- Avoid sugary or starchy treats
Life Expectancy
- Never delay meals
- Don’t disturb during feeding
- Rabbits are independent and dislike being controlled
- Respect their space, head rubs on demand
- Bunny poop is excellent fertilizer
- The bunny runs the house!
Hamsters
What Makes Hamsters Unique?
- True rodents
- Nocturnal — active mostly at night
- prefer living alone (Syrian hamsters especially)
- Love tunneling and deep bedding
- Store food in cheek pouches
Classification:
Order: Rodentia
Class: Mammalia
Family: Cricetidae
Life Expectancy
How Long Do Hamsters Live?
- 1.5–3 years
Short life due to fast metabolism. Proper bedding & safe environment extend lifespan.
Adult Hamster Diet
Core Diet:
- High-quality hamster mix (seeds + grains)
- Small portions of veggies (broccoli, cucumbers, carrots)
- Protein treats 1–2x/week (boiled egg tiny piece, mealworms)
Hay Use:
- Timothy hay for nesting and light chewing
Avoid:
- Citrus, onion, garlic, chocolate, iceberg lettuce
Fun "Hamster Rules"
- Active at night
- Needs deep bedding for burrowing
- Cannot live with other hamsters
- Runs miles daily on a wheel
- Sensitive to loud environments
Guinea Pigs
What Makes Guinea Pigs Unique?
- Rodents but cannot produce Vitamin C (must be supplemented)
- Extremely social — thrive in pairs or groups
- Communicate through squeaks, chirps, and rumbling sounds
- Need wide floor space, not tall cages
Classification:
Order: Rodentia
Class: Mammalia
Family: Caviidae
Life Expectancy
How Long Do Guinea Pigs Live?
5–7 years
Good care, Vitamin C, and companionship help them live longer.
Adult Piggy Diet
Core Diet:
- 80% Hay (Timothy as primary)
- Fresh veggies daily including a Vitamin C source (bell peppers, coriander, parsley)
- Pellets with Vitamin C (1–2 tbsp/day)
- Water: unlimited fresh water
Extras:
- Fruits sparingly
- Avoid seeds and high-fat treats
Fun "Piggy Rules"
- Extremely vocal (whistles, squeaks, “wheeking”)
- Thrive in pairs or herds
- Need constant access to hay
- Easily stressed by loud noises
- Love tunnels and floor-time
Nourish With Knowledge: Nutrition That Nurtures.
Know Your Hay: Nutrition That Nurtures
Core Diet:
- 80% Hay (Timothy as primary)
- Fresh veggies daily including a Vitamin C source (bell peppers, coriander, parsley)
- Pellets with Vitamin C (1–2 tbsp/day)
- Water: unlimited fresh water
Extras:
- Fruits sparingly
- Avoid seeds and high-fat treats
Know You Pellets: Nutrition That Nurtures
- Extremely vocal (whistles, squeaks, “wheeking”)
- Thrive in pairs or herds
- Need constant access to hay
- Easily stressed by loud noises
- Love tunnels and floor-time
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