Small Pets

Yes, sparingly, and leaves beat florets. Why brassicas cause gas, why rabbits cannot burp it out, portions by body weight, and the warning signs to watch for.

Yes, once or twice a month in a bite the size of the space between their eyes. Why the calcium ratio matters more than the sugar, and which fruits are actually worth feeding.

Yes, two or three thin slices a few times a week, skin and seeds included. Why the risk is water rather than sugar, and which greens belong in the daily bowl instead.

Yes, occasionally, with skin and seeds removed. Why sugar and calcium ratio limit apples to a monthly treat, and which fruits are better choices.

Yes, one small berry once or twice a week, tops included. Why guinea pigs need dietary vitamin C, why bell pepper beats fruit, and which fruits to avoid entirely.

Grapes are safe for rabbits but sugary. How many per week by body size, why raisins are worse, what happens if you overdo it, and which fruits to avoid entirely.

Yes, one or two berries once or twice a week. Vitamin C and antioxidants, but sugar means portion control matters. How much is safe and what to watch for.

Ripe flesh yes, in small amounts. Leaves, stems, and green fruit are toxic. What’s safe, how much, and what solanine poisoning looks like.

Hamster poop should be firm dark pellets, and a healthy hamster makes 50 to 100 a day. What soft or missing droppings mean, why hamsters use one corner, and cleaning advice.

Guinea pig sounds decoded: wheeking, purring, rumbling, chutting, teeth chattering, and shrieking, plus the noises that mean a vet visit rather than a conversation.