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I have used carefresh bedding before but I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the product, and what you usually use for bedding, if not carefresh. I know not to use cedar or pine so please, no need to go in depth about that ;D For a cleaner for my cage I was [...]
June 29, 2010 in DUMBO Pet Care
Tagged bedding, bombard, dumbo, lt, oasis, pet cage, rats, shampoos, stink, vita
Tagged bedding, bombard, dumbo, lt, oasis, pet cage, rats, shampoos, stink, vita
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So, I am hoping to add two new furry additions to my family soon. I’ve already posted a couple questions.. And I just have a few more.. Mainly to help me make some decision (I’m a horrible decision maker, and like other’s opinions), and help clear up a few things that I’ve been told different [...]
June 3, 2010 in DUMBO Pet Care
Tagged additions, adulthood, aspen, baby rats, bedding, buying toys, cardboard boxes, confusion, couple questions, decision maker, hammock, litter train, mesh wire, nest box, new cage, tid bit, toilet paper tubes
Tagged additions, adulthood, aspen, baby rats, bedding, buying toys, cardboard boxes, confusion, couple questions, decision maker, hammock, litter train, mesh wire, nest box, new cage, tid bit, toilet paper tubes
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Kiersten K
I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the product, and what you usually use for bedding, if not carefresh.
- Usually I stick to Eco-Bedding. Sometimes I get Carefresh Ultra.For a cleaner for my cage I was curious about "Super Pet Small Pet Cage Cleaner" and how well it works, or what other safe to use cleaners I could get?
- I’ve heard that liquid hand or body soap mixed with water is one of the safest, least-expensive, and effective methods of cage cleaning. Personally though, I think this method is kind of a pain. Usually I remove all of the bedding and wipe the entire cage down with bleach-free, unscented clorox wipes. Then, I wipe the cage down with water to remove some of the chemicals. I let the cage air out for at least an hour before letting the rats back into it. I haven’t seen any negative side effects from cleaning the cage in this manner, but you might want to do a little bit more research before trying it out for yourself just in case.Was also wondering about what kind of food you feed your rat, and what ones to stay away from.
- Lab blocks are the most nutritious choice. These should be supplemented with fresh fruits and veggies. Don’t spoil your rats with the regular seed/nut mix like I did. This kind isn’t as healthy, and once they start eating it they are less likely to eat the lab blocks because they don’t taste as good.There also the "Super Pet Critter Shampoos and Sprays" and thee is a wipes as well. How are they? Do they work well and decrease the ratty stink?
- If you clean your cage out regularly, IT WILL NOT STINK!! Rats are very clean creatures. They constantly groom themselves and each other. There is no need for you to bath them unless they are sick or something. If they stink, it’s because you allowed them to live in their own excrement. You would stink too if you were trapped in a room filled with your own feces and urine.I have heard good things about "Oasis Vita-Drops" but anyone care to comment about that?
If your rats are getting a balanced diet, they probably won’t need vitamin supplements. Although I haven’t tried them myself. They probably wouldn’t hurt anything, but do you want to spend the extra money on them if they are not necessary?
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May 22, 2010 in DUMBO Pet Care
Tagged 12 months, bedding, dumbo rat, dumbo rats, food dish, lot 8, toys, tumors, vet, water bottle
Tagged 12 months, bedding, dumbo rat, dumbo rats, food dish, lot 8, toys, tumors, vet, water bottle
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I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the product, and what you usually use for bedding, if not carefresh.
- Usually I stick to Eco-Bedding. Sometimes I get Carefresh Ultra.For a cleaner for my cage I was curious about "Super Pet Small Pet Cage Cleaner" and how well it works, or what other safe to use cleaners I could get?
- I’ve heard that liquid hand or body soap mixed with water is one of the safest, least-expensive, and effective methods of cage cleaning. Personally though, I think this method is kind of a pain. Usually I remove all of the bedding and wipe the entire cage down with bleach-free, unscented clorox wipes. Then, I wipe the cage down with water to remove some of the chemicals. I let the cage air out for at least an hour before letting the rats back into it. I haven’t seen any negative side effects from cleaning the cage in this manner, but you might want to do a little bit more research before trying it out for yourself just in case.Was also wondering about what kind of food you feed your rat, and what ones to stay away from.
- Lab blocks are the most nutritious choice. These should be supplemented with fresh fruits and veggies. Don’t spoil your rats with the regular seed/nut mix like I did. This kind isn’t as healthy, and once they start eating it they are less likely to eat the lab blocks because they don’t taste as good.There also the "Super Pet Critter Shampoos and Sprays" and thee is a wipes as well. How are they? Do they work well and decrease the ratty stink?
- If you clean your cage out regularly, IT WILL NOT STINK!! Rats are very clean creatures. They constantly groom themselves and each other. There is no need for you to bath them unless they are sick or something. If they stink, it’s because you allowed them to live in their own excrement. You would stink too if you were trapped in a room filled with your own feces and urine.I have heard good things about "Oasis Vita-Drops" but anyone care to comment about that?
If your rats are getting a balanced diet, they probably won’t need vitamin supplements. Although I haven’t tried them myself. They probably wouldn’t hurt anything, but do you want to spend the extra money on them if they are not necessary?
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May 21, 2010 in DUMBO Pet Care
Tagged baby hamster, balls, bedding, carrots, cute hamster, dumbo rat, dumbo rats, hamster, hideout, holes, patches, rat food, snacks, squeak, wheels, wondering what kind
Tagged baby hamster, balls, bedding, carrots, cute hamster, dumbo rat, dumbo rats, hamster, hideout, holes, patches, rat food, snacks, squeak, wheels, wondering what kind
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I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the product, and what you usually use for bedding, if not carefresh.
- Usually I stick to Eco-Bedding. Sometimes I get Carefresh Ultra.For a cleaner for my cage I was curious about "Super Pet Small Pet Cage Cleaner" and how well it works, or what other safe to use cleaners I could get?
- I’ve heard that liquid hand or body soap mixed with water is one of the safest, least-expensive, and effective methods of cage cleaning. Personally though, I think this method is kind of a pain. Usually I remove all of the bedding and wipe the entire cage down with bleach-free, unscented clorox wipes. Then, I wipe the cage down with water to remove some of the chemicals. I let the cage air out for at least an hour before letting the rats back into it. I haven’t seen any negative side effects from cleaning the cage in this manner, but you might want to do a little bit more research before trying it out for yourself just in case.Was also wondering about what kind of food you feed your rat, and what ones to stay away from.
- Lab blocks are the most nutritious choice. These should be supplemented with fresh fruits and veggies. Don’t spoil your rats with the regular seed/nut mix like I did. This kind isn’t as healthy, and once they start eating it they are less likely to eat the lab blocks because they don’t taste as good.There also the "Super Pet Critter Shampoos and Sprays" and thee is a wipes as well. How are they? Do they work well and decrease the ratty stink?
- If you clean your cage out regularly, IT WILL NOT STINK!! Rats are very clean creatures. They constantly groom themselves and each other. There is no need for you to bath them unless they are sick or something. If they stink, it’s because you allowed them to live in their own excrement. You would stink too if you were trapped in a room filled with your own feces and urine.I have heard good things about "Oasis Vita-Drops" but anyone care to comment about that?
If your rats are getting a balanced diet, they probably won’t need vitamin supplements. Although I haven’t tried them myself. They probably wouldn’t hurt anything, but do you want to spend the extra money on them if they are not necessary?
I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the product, and what you usually use for bedding, if not carefresh.
- Usually I stick to Eco-Bedding. Sometimes I get Carefresh Ultra.
For a cleaner for my cage I was curious about "Super Pet Small Pet Cage Cleaner" and how well it works, or what other safe to use cleaners I could get?
- I’ve heard that liquid hand or body soap mixed with water is one of the safest, least-expensive, and effective methods of cage cleaning. Personally though, I think this method is kind of a pain. Usually I remove all of the bedding and wipe the entire cage down with bleach-free, unscented clorox wipes. Then, I wipe the cage down with water to remove some of the chemicals. I let the cage air out for at least an hour before letting the rats back into it. I haven’t seen any negative side effects from cleaning the cage in this manner, but you might want to do a little bit more research before trying it out for yourself just in case.
Was also wondering about what kind of food you feed your rat, and what ones to stay away from.
- Lab blocks are the most nutritious choice. These should be supplemented with fresh fruits and veggies. Don’t spoil your rats with the regular seed/nut mix like I did. This kind isn’t as healthy, and once they start eating it they are less likely to eat the lab blocks because they don’t taste as good.
There also the "Super Pet Critter Shampoos and Sprays" and thee is a wipes as well. How are they? Do they work well and decrease the ratty stink?
- If you clean your cage out regularly, IT WILL NOT STINK!! Rats are very clean creatures. They constantly groom themselves and each other. There is no need for you to bath them unless they are sick or something. If they stink, it’s because you allowed them to live in their own excrement. You would stink too if you were trapped in a room filled with your own feces and urine.
I have heard good things about "Oasis Vita-Drops" but anyone care to comment about that?
If your rats are getting a balanced diet, they probably won’t need vitamin supplements. Although I haven’t tried them myself. They probably wouldn’t hurt anything, but do you want to spend the extra money on them if they are not necessary?