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Oct 23, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Kerry-Ann Kerr |Lauren E. Demos
Approximately 46.5 million households in the United States own a cat,1 and if you’re part of this statistic, chances are you’ve stumbled across an advert for health-monitoring cat litter. The product changes color in response to the presence of specific markers in a cat’s urine that will help owners spot early signs of a health problem. But how reliable is health monitoring cat litter? Owning a pet can be pricey anyway, so it’s a good idea to be sure before buying a product that might not work.
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May 31, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Nicole Cosgrove |Lauren E. Demos
Kiwi is a very popular fruit for human consumption because it is packed with fiber and brimming with antioxidants. This green fruit also contains folate and a good variety of vitamins. Kiwis are also considered a good treat food for Bearded Dragons. It contains vitamins C, E, and K as well as the aforementioned fiber and folate. It has a beneficial calcium-to-phosphorus ratio of 1:1 and does not contain any fat.
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May 16, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Kit Copson |Lauren E. Demos
Noticing that your parakeet is shaking can be alarming, but it doesn’t always mean something sinister is happening behind the scenes. In some cases, a shivering bird means that a few simple environmental adjustments may be in order or they’re experiencing certain emotions. That said, in other cases, a parakeet that’s shaking needs medical attention, so let’s explore why this may be happening so you can figure out if a vet visit is in order. Could My Parakeet Be Sick?
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Codee Chessher |Lauren E. Demos
When your parakeets are in a loving mood or you’re specifically breeding parakeets, you’ll need the right setup so that they can mate in a healthy, safe way. Your birds will need a dedicated private space, but birdhouses can get expensive. How about making your own? It’s not that hard to make a serviceable and even beautiful nesting parakeet birdhouse yourself with some basic materials and tools.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Keri-Beth Clur |Lauren E. Demos
It’s an unpleasant experience when your cat jumps up onto your lap for a cuddle, and you get a whiff of a nasty smell, only to find that they have poop stuck to their bum. Cats are known to be incredible groomers who spend most of their day licking at their coats, cleaning their faces, and getting to all the nitty gritty parts of their bodies. Therefore, it is not expected for cats to have poop stuck to their bum, and something needs to be done about it.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Beth Crane |Lauren E. Demos
Bearded dragons are popular exotic pets in the United States. They’re relatively easy to look after (for a reptile), charismatic, and friendly. However, like other reptiles, Beardies need the correct diet to keep them healthy. A varied diet is essential since they’re omnivorous and need animal and vegetable proteins to thrive. Homegrown foods, including herbs, are convenient for Bearded dragon owners. But what about basil? Bearded Dragons can eat basil, and it is a highly nutritious herb.
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Mar 19, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Jessica Kim |Lauren E. Demos
Parrots can eat a wide variety of foods, and many parrots enjoy eating all kinds of nuts and seeds. Almonds are a popular snack amongst parrots, and they’re safe for them to eat. However, it’s important only to give them to your parrot as snacks because they contain a lot of fat. Feeding your parrot only a limited amount of almonds will help them maintain a healthy weight and prevent them from experiencing health complications.
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Mar 19, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Ashley Bates |Lauren E. Demos
It’s no secret that our parrots can delight in all sorts of seeds, grains, fruits, and veggies. They are quite the connoisseurs of anything plant-based. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that everything that’s plant-based is safe for your parrots. That includes many much-loved foods that we enjoy. So, when it comes to certain nuts, like pecans, can our parrots enjoy it? The answer is yes, pecans can be given to most parrot species safely.
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Codee Chessher |Lauren E. Demos
Cats are mysterious and have reclusive tendencies that make it hard to tell when something’s wrong with them. When you notice that your cat has a strange bald patch on their head or above their eye, it’s understandably alarming. Balding fur between the ears and eyes might even have underlying skin that appears red, chapped, or scaly, which can drive your cat up the wall. A quick trip to the vet can shed some light on the exact triggers causing the rash.
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Mar 13, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Kit Copson |Lauren E. Demos
Bathing an animal is often dreaded even by the most devoted pet parent, but if your companion is a parakeet, we’ve got some good news—birds bathe themselves. All you need to do is provide clean water and maintain the bathing environment. In this guide, we’ll explain how to encourage your parakeet to take baths and make sure they have a great time while doing so. Do Birds Need to Have Baths? Yes, bathing is essential for birds because it keeps their feathers and skin clean and in good condition.
