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Free pet advice written by our behavioural and pet support experts at Woodgreen.

How to health-check small pets

Health-checking your small pets once a week is a good way to ensure that your pet remains happy and healthy.

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Foraging for rabbits

Did you know, growing your own food and forage for your pet rabbits used to be the traditional way of feeding them?

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Neutering your rabbits: what you need to know

Like with all procedures, neutering rabbits comes with its risks, and these should be discussed with your small pet-savvy vet.

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Managing obesity in rabbits

Obesity in rabbits can be fairly common, especially rabbits who have been kept in small accommodation or regularly overfed.

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Introducing children to rabbits

Allowing children to care for and bond with their pets can be an exciting and enjoyable experience. In our video, we share the best ways for children to interact with rabbits:

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How to spot bumblefoot in chickens

Bumblefoot is the common name for a form of pododermatitis or inflammation of the foot.

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An introduction to chinchillas

Out of all the small animals, chinchillas are one of the longest lived and one that really needs careful consideration with regards to your future plans.

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How to make your chickens feel at home

Your chickens will soon become bored and unhappy if you don’t give them activities and toys to enjoy. They need mental and physical stimulation and to be allowed to practice natural behaviours.

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Your chickens' health: what to look out for

A happy, healthy chicken will appear bright and alert.

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Poisonous food and plants for rabbits

In the wild, rabbits can spend hours grazing in fields and open grasslands.

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How many degus should you keep?

Degus are very social animals who love the companionship of other degus.

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Neutering your ferrets: what you need to know

Ferrets love the companionship of other ferrets for comfort and play.

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