What to do if your cat is grumpy
How does the filter in an aquarium work?
Fish tank filters are a key piece of aquarium equipment but it's difficult to know what to look for without knowing exactly what they're for. As the name suggests the filter filters the water - but this is done both...
What is brown algae in a fish tank?
"Brown algae" is likely one of the first types you'll see in a new aquarium. They're called diatoms and are...
Aquatic Snails
If you own an aquarium, you WILL encounter snails. They're a fact of fishkeeping life, just like disease, parasites and...
What to do if one gerbil dies
Gerbils are often kept in pairs - which is great for them! They're extremely social creatures and they form a very close bond with their cage mates. So when one gerbil passes on the bereaved cage mate will often grieve...
Which type of hamster should you get?
A lot of people weigh up this decision when getting a first pet and it's not always clear which type...
Gerbil Habitats
Gerbils need to be able to dig, they love privacy and building interconnected tunnels for shelter and food storage. They...