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If you’ve ever been to Florida, you’re probably familiar with tiny lizards crawling across the sidewalks. When I was a kid visiting Florida, I was fascinated by those little critters. Even after living in Florida for several years during college, I still adore them. While I looked up information about them during my time in Florida, a lot of people simply call them “little lizards” without knowing what kind of lizards they are. So, if you’ve ever wondered “what are the little

Socks for dogs? Sounds like a silly concept, but this product is beneficial for many dog parents. They can protect paws from various...

For most of my life, I called pretty much any enclosure for reptiles and amphibians a terrarium. But as an adult, I learned that technically wasn’t correct. There are so many different names for pet enclosures, all of which describe different setups. So, when it comes to a terrarium vs vivarium vs paludarium, what does each one mean? Mutts About Pets is reader-supported. When you shop through links on this page, we may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you. (Part of

There’s a wide range of animals that you can keep as a pet. I recently found a 10-gallon tank that I used to use for my small salamander as a kid, and it got me wondering what animals I could keep in it. While I found lots of cool options, I decided it's too small for any of the pets I'd want. So, I'll probably donate the 10 gallon tank or use it as a backup tank. However, I know there are a lot of people who want a pet but don’t want the tank to take up too much space. While

I have always been obsessed with amphibians. While I’ve only had types of salamanders, like axolotls , as pets before, I’d love to have...

Cats don’t get to travel as much as dogs do. For some cats, it’s because new environments scare them, but for others, it’s because they...

Dogs stairs for beds, couches, and other high furniture items are important for many dogs. I have stairs leading up to my bed because my...

It’s disappointing to me that certain pets are considered “trendy” as if they’re products, but it’s something that keeps happening. One...

My dog is everything to me, so if I’m being honest, I often struggle to understand why anyone would get rid of their dog. Even so, I’ve...

A travel dog bowl is an essential item to have. I always keep one in my purse just in case my dog needs food or water when we’re not at...

I always use reusable grocery bags when I run errands. Otherwise, I end up having piles of plastic bags sitting in my home and going to...

I’ve been following Save a Fox Rescue for a while, an organization that helps foxes in Minnesota. I adore their videos of the foxes...

New Year’s is the time of year that people decide to better themselves. Yet, if you’re a dog lover like me, it’s hard to better yourself without thinking about your furry friend too. So, I decided to come up with a list of dog New Year’s resolutions that apply specifically to dog parents. If you’re still looking for some great resolutions this year, consider some of the following so you can improve your dog’s life along with your own. New Year’s Resolutions for Dog Parents Ne

I love giving gifts for the holidays, and of course, I always include gifts for my dog, Mabel. However, choosing the perfect gift for her...

People who have never lived with a cat before might think that all cat litter is the same. Of course, cat parents know that’s not the...

The words poison dart frog and pet probably don’t seem like they go together. Yet, there are people who keep these vibrantly colored frogs in their homes. Since “poison” is in the name, having these frogs in captivity might seem like a huge risk to the humans caring for them, but it might not be as dangerous as it seems. So, is it dangerous to have a pet poison dart frog? What should you expect when caring for one? Can You Have a Poison Dart Frog as a Pet? Yes, it’s possible

Humans love dressing up for Halloween, and it has recently become popular for dogs and cats to wear costumes as well. But what about...

We make sure all humans are securely buckled in the car before driving, so why do so many people not do the same thing for dogs? When I...

I’ve noticed that a lot of people turn to hamsters for beginner pets, especially for kids. Yet, I’ve also heard that hamsters aren’t the best pets for young kids, and they’re not the right pet for everyone. So, are hamsters good pets? And what should you consider before bringing a pet hamster home? Are Hamsters Good Pets? Like all pets, it depends. Hamsters can be excellent pets for some people but not ideal for others. If you’re looking for an adorable, low-maintenance pet

I know that a lot of pet parents also love plants. After all, both plants and animals are important parts of nature. However, having both...