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We had another fun day checking out the reptiles and exotic animals. I mention the exotic animals, because there were hedgehogs, sugar gliders and even a monkey at the show. I'm not exactly comfortable around the snakes, but the rest of…

Instead of the sticky pads that most geckos have, the Leopard Gecko has little claws and rarely leave the ground. <!-- Next Fact --> Previous Fact

Ever seen a gecko in the wild? When they're not darting around they're constantly on the lookout. The Leopard Gecko is known for its docile temperament. Next Fact Previous Fact

A very important day is coming up quickly that most people may not know about. May 16th is National Sea Monkey Day. Don't be embarrassed if you've let the day slip by without celebrating in the past. You aren't the only one. Take the time…

Getting a new puppy is an incredibly exciting experience for any dog lover. However, there is a great deal of work involved to make sure your new friend has the best life possible. Socialization is very important from an early age for…

May 3rd brings the national celebration of specially-abled pets. This annual celebration, originally called Disabled Pets Day, was created to bring awareness to all those amazing animals with special needs. This day allows owners of…

Chinchillas are incredibly cute and furry, and this is the main reason most people consider getting one as a pet. However, just because an animal looks cute doesn't necessarily mean that it's the best choice, which is why it's important…

The idea of having a pet snake is a bit curious. Would one pet a snake? Surely the skin of many snakes is beautiful, with vivid colors and patterns. Consider the tegument of corn snakes, with black-ringed crimson blotches alternating…

Kids and pets keep us young at heart and bring us nothing but joy, fun, and a whole lot of happiness. As a celebration of all that our pets and little ones bring to our lives, Wednesday, April 26 is National Kids and Pets Day! Created by…

Crystal Red Shrimp are an extremely fragile breed of shrimp that arose from a mutation of the black bumble bee shrimp in Japan. Though they require very specific care, with the right knowledge you can successfully keep these rare and…