Author: Valentina Gómez Morón

Rats like to be cuddled by people and have an amazing ability to learn. They are fascinating animals that even full-time workers and older children can keep. Caring for pet rats is relatively simple, but the time involved should not be underestimated, especially for beginners.

Pododermatitis is one of the most common conditions in the world of domestic rabbits and guinea pigs, and can occur both in animals that live in enclosures (cages/parks) and those that live loose in the house. It is a multifactorial disease which, if treated in its early symptoms, is very easy to reverse, but if left untreated can be life-threatening and cruel.

Many of the body's functions depend on steroids. The adrenal glands are organs that produce mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids. This production can be impaired or inhibited by a variety of causes, causing the animal to develop a variety of symptoms.

On some occasion we have seen or heard of a rabbit whose head had become ‘twisted’ overnight. This is known as ‘vestibular syndrome’ and can have many causes. In this article we will talk about it.

The Mini Rex is a breed of domestic rabbit bred in 1984 in Florida by the late Monna Berryhill of Texas. The small size, plush coat and friendly personalities of Mini Rex rabbits make them one of the most popular rabbit breeds.

Faeces provide us with clear and strong signals of the existence of possible diseases ranging from an intestinal infection to colon cancer, and this is not only limited to people but also to animals: the colour, the consistency, the shape... these are usually the first signs that something is happening.

Obsessive-compulsive behaviours in animals, known as stereotypies, are a major cause for concern for owners, a disruption to harmonious coexistence in the home and a hindrance to the welfare of the animals themselves.

Cats are special beings that are characterised by having maintained their wild essence despite being animals domesticated by man some 8000 years ago. Each individual is unique and possesses an equally unique personality, but there are breeds that have been selected to possess a gentler and more approachable character, in this article we will look at 10 of these breeds.