Rabbits
Hay all day, space, company and gentle handling for a rabbit that lives indoors.
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Exotic animals: rabbits, rodents and reptiles
Rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, chinchillas, turtles and geckos: the habitat each one needs, what they eat and the care that keeps them healthy at home.
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Rabbits Caring for a dwarf rabbit at home
Hay all day, a large enclosure, company and gentle handling: what a dwarf rabbit really needs to live indoors.
06/10/2026 23:04
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Reptiles Aquatic turtles: basic care
Tank, water, filter, dry area and diet: what a turtle needs so it does not get ill in the first months.
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Rodents Hamster or guinea pig: which to choose?
Nocturnal or diurnal, alone or in company, cage or run: a fair comparison to pick the right one.
03/10/2026 23:04
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Rodents Chinchilla: basic care at home
Heat, sand baths, hay and a quiet cage: the three things that most often go wrong with a chinchilla.
26/09/2026 15:54
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Reptiles Aquatic turtle: UVB light, heat and dry area
Why UVB is not optional, which lamp to choose and how to set up the dry dock so the shell stays healthy.
25/09/2026 15:54
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Reptiles Leopard gecko: terrarium and basic care
Temperature, substrate, hides and feeding: how to set up a simple terrarium that keeps a gecko healthy.
24/09/2026 15:54
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Exotic animals: rabbits, rodents and reptiles
Which exotic pet is easiest to start with?
A guinea pig or a dwarf rabbit are the most forgiving for a family: they are awake during the day and tolerate handling. A hamster is easier to keep but it is nocturnal and does not like being picked up.
What does a dwarf rabbit eat?
Fresh hay at all times is 80 % of its diet, plus a measured portion of pellets and a little leafy green. Fruit is an occasional treat: too much sugar upsets its digestion.
Do turtles need a lamp?
Yes. Aquatic turtles need UVB light and a warm area so they can dry out and make their shell hard. Without it they end up with weak bones and shell problems.