Raise a mink: tips and best practices

By Morgane

IN BRIEF 1. Behavioral Needs Understand the basic needs and behaviors of ferrets. 2. Legislation Farming for fur is allowed in France. 3. Infrastructure Use cages with hammocks or shelves for the comfort of nursing females. 4. Biosecurity Apply isolation procedures for newcomers. 5. Feeding Know the daily necessary food quantity. 6. Favorable Management Follow…

Guide to raising a dwarf hamster: tips and tricks

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Adoption Think carefully before choosing a dwarf hamster and ensure it suits your lifestyle. Feeding Favor natural treats that are low in sugar and fat for a balanced diet. Cage Choose a cage that is spacious enough and suitable for your hamster to move around freely. Care Like all NAC, regular veterinary check-ups…

The essential steps to raise a mandarin

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Cage: Use a suitable cage for small birds, with narrow spacing. Location: Place the cage away from direct sunlight, in a bright and calm area. Food: A mixture of seeds for small exotic birds, supplemented with greens (lettuce, endive, spinach). Cuttlefish bone: Provide it for calcium and trace elements. Bath: A shallow dish…

Raise a cockatiel: tips and best practices

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Patience essential for raising a cockatiel. Prefer a young bird for better learning. Set up in a frequented space and in a spacious cage. Provide a bathing tub with lukewarm water daily. Ensure a balanced diet: fruits, vegetables, pellet diets. Consider toys, as they wear out quickly. Make sure to provide fresh water…

The best practices for raising quails at home

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Install a chicken coop or a wire cage for quails, away from predators. Provide more than 12 hours of light per day to optimize egg laying. Maintain a minimum temperature of 15°C for their well-being. Plan for a space of 1 square meter for a maximum of 10 individuals (with one male for…

The best practices for raising a land tortoise

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Habitat Choose a glass terrarium, ideal for retaining necessary heat. Temperature Set up UV and heating equipment, possibly a UVB lamp. Feeding Distribute the ration at the first signs of activity, in a shaded area, and provide wonderfully green leek, hibiscus, bramble leaves, and mango. Light Ensure maximum natural light and consider UV…

Guide to raising a healthy canary

By Morgane

IN BRIEF Light : Expose your canary to light for 8 to 10 hours a day. Habitat : Prefer a rectangular cage or aviary with vertical bars. Temperature : Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes. Food : Provide a mix of seeds and fresh fruits and vegetables such as grated carrots and apples. Supplements :…

How to care for and take care of your snake

By Morgane

IN SHORT Choose a suitable terrarium for the size of your snake. Ensure that the habitat is well arranged and clean, with an absorbent substrate. Adjust the diet to the chosen species, taking into account its specific nutritional needs. Take care of the snake’s health by maintaining an appropriate temperature and humidity. Monitor your snake’s…

Understand and raise a ferret at home

By Morgane

IN BRIEF A ferret is a sociable and curious pet, offering countless moments of laughter. They are carnivorous and require a nutrient-rich diet. The average lifespan of a ferret is around 5 to 10 years. Be sure to keep its litter box clean to ensure its well-being. Introduce it to its cage carefully and allow…