Tag: Pets

Oh, the weather outside is frightful! Winter weather is rapidly approaching and you’ve likely begun layering your clothing and weatherproofing your car. When organizing for winter, don’t forget to think about your pets. They too are deserving of special treatment this time of year. Here are ten tips for keeping your pets cozy, comfortable, and healthy this winter: 1.  Just as arthritis can be more problematic for us when the temperature drops, so too does

There are several subspecies of boa constrictor (species name boa constrictor) that are found in the pet trade. Red tailed boas (Boa constrictor constrictor) are commonly found in the pet trade, and Boa constrictor imperator can be found as well, among other less common subspecies. The care for all the species is fairly similar. Before committing to ownership of a boa constrictor, be sure you will be able to handle the size and strength of

There are a wide range of species kept by snake enthusiasts today, from so called “beginners” snakes such as the colubrids (corn snakes, king snakes etc.) to large pythons and everything in between. Few however have the majesty and attraction of the boas. Boas are a privative family of snakes, often confused with their cousins the pythons. In fact they share many traits with the pythons, with the most notable difference often being geography. With

King and Milk snakes are a sensible choice as a first snake pet. These breeds are often terribly docile, extremely hardy and awfully simple to take care of. There are some species possessing a bit of an inclination to be nippy, so it is always best to be aware, particularly when you’re setting up your king and milk snake care program. Adult snakes will change in size according to the species and sub-species. However most

Bearded Dragon Bearded Dragon is the name used for any agamid lizard in the genus Pogona. They are native to Australia, and are sometimes the first reptile people get as pets. Bearded Dragons are popular pets, notably the species Inland or Central Bearded Dragon. These animals are also affectionately called “Beardies” by those who breed or raise them. They are a ideally suited to children, because of their friendly and calm nature, along with the

Pet food delivered to organizations in need In the fall of 2020, COVID-19 was strengthening its grasp and just about everyone was feeling the impact. As I sat in my car at a red light, along with my two loyal rescue dogs, Henry and Rosita, I glanced to my right and noticed a usually long line of cars snaking around the local food pantry. I had never seen so many cars waiting for food, which

Bearded Dragon Bearded Dragon is the name used for any agamid lizard in the genus Pogona. They are native to Australia, and are sometimes the first reptile people get as pets. Bearded Dragons are popular pets, notably the species Inland or Central Bearded Dragon. These animals are also affectionately called “Beardies” by those who breed or raise them. They are a ideally suited to children, because of their friendly and calm nature, along with the