Small Animals

Small animals make great pets. At Zamzows we can help you choose the right animal your lifestyle. No one carries a more complete line of small animal supplies than Zamzows. Our employees spend hundreds of hours training each year to ensure you have a great experience with your pet.  We manufacture our own line of high quality small pet foods.

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Small Animal and Pet Articles
What is a Robo Hamster?
Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT | dan 'ddevarona' devarona

What is a Robo Hamster?
No it’s not the latest advance in science or the newest blockbuster in Hollywood. The diminutive robo hamster’s full name is Roborovskis Dwarf Hamster or The Desert Hamster. They are a quick, agile hamster from the areas around and into the Gobi desert in both Russia and Mongolia. This small hamster species is probably the smallest of all hamsters with a total body length of less than 2 inches when full grown. Although these animals are quick and small they are surprisingly easy to handle and rarely if ever bite those handling them...

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Rabbits as Pets
Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT | dan 'ddevarona' devarona

Rabbits are a very popular pet choice althoughm, as with any pet, some thought and consideration must go into the decision to get one as a pet. They are typically not suitable for small children and do not like to sit quietly on a lap for long periods. They prefer to interact with you on their level (the floor), and to have a chance to explore their surroundings. They are good for older children (about seven and up), but care must still be taken as rabbits have powerful hind legs and can kick very hard if scared or mishandled...

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Hamsters As Pets
Tue, 23 Jan 2007 12:08:40 GMT | Mike 'mstanton' Stanton


hamster.jpgSo, you have been thinking about getting a pet for yourself or for your child but dont have a lot of space or a lot of time to care for one, then a hamster could be a great pet for you. Hamsters have been a very popular children's pet for

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Breeding Chinchillas
Mon, 24 Apr 2006 10:25:28 GMT | Nolan 'nguthrie' Guthrie

After keeping a small animal for a while, providing it with a safe and clean environment to live, trying to take your hobby to a new level is a natural progression.  Breeding Chinchillas can be done in captivity, but before you begin there are some things you should consider.  Where will you find your breeding stock? Are they reputable breeders with a history of their line? Do you have someone to sell the kits to when they are old enough? Are you willing to spend the time to condition your animals...

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What's Good About Ferrets as Pets?
Tue, 28 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT | Jim 'jbridgeman' Bridgeman (Petroom Manager-Eagle)

ferretforarticle.jpgFerrets are a lot of fun. They are very playful, with each other and with you, and they don't lose much of that playfulness as they get older. A ferret -- or better, two or more- can be a very entertaining companion. They are smarter than cats and dogs, or at least they act it. They are also very inquisitive and remarkably determined, which is part of their charm but can also be a bit of a bother. They are friendly, and they do know and love you, though for some of them it can take a year or so to fully bond...

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Chinchillas and the heat
Mon, 16 Jan 2006 14:24:29 GMT | Zamzows 'zampres' Admin

As with any new addition to your family it is important to research and ask questions about whatever it is you and your family have an interest in.  One fact often overlooked when purchasing and caring for a chinchilla is their susceptibility to heat stroke. For the most part care of chinchillas is quite basic and much like other rodents.  With the appropriate caging, food, bedding and placement in the home chinchillas will thrive with minimal care for as long as 10-20 years. Chinchillas...

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Small Animals 101
Fri, 13 Jan 2006 16:07:44 GMT | Tom 'tchaloupka' Chaloupka

When buying a small animal examine it closely to make sure it is healthy and not hurt in any way. Their cages should spacious, secure, and cleaned frequently. Change food and water every day. Keep your pets cage away from direct sunlight, heat, drafts, moisture, and predators such as the family dog or cat.  Handle your small pet with care-never grab it by the ears or tale and always watch your pet with children and other pets. To avoid...

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introducing a chinchilla to your home
Fri, 13 Jan 2006 12:37:47 GMT | Zamzows 'zampres' Admin

The chinchillas origin is in the AndesMountains of Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. They are classified as members of the Rodentia family. They are related to squirrels, guinea pigs, mice hamsters and gerbils. They are the most expensive costing of all rodents. Mostly because of their soft fur, it is the most sought after in the making of fur garments. They have long hind limbs and short front legs, four toes and very flexible digits. It has a thick neck and shoulders, with short ears and...

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The essentials for a Guinea pigs diet.
Wed, 11 Jan 2006 08:16:29 GMT | Nolan 'nguthrie' Guthrie

The key to keeping any house pet healthy and happy for a long time always begins with their diet. And your guinea pig is no different. There are lots of different guinea pig formulated foods out there and it is hard to choose one over the other. In this article I will talk about the things to look and plan for when choosing the best feed for your guinea pig. The first thing you should do is ask the store that you bought your guinea pig from what they are feeding...

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Rabbits as a house-trained pet.
Thu, 05 Jan 2006 11:51:20 GMT | Nolan 'nguthrie' Guthrie

We all love those cute little rabbit eyes and twitching nose and little cottontail. But did you know that cute little rabbit inside the hutch on the back patio would love to join you inside? Sure you bring him inside every now and then, but did you know that he could be litter trained just like a house cat? It might seem hard to believe but rabbits are capable of learning like many pets by using positive reinforcement an utilizing rabbits own tendencies and...
 

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Where do ferrets come from?
Wed, 04 Jan 2006 15:38:47 GMT | Nolan 'nguthrie' Guthrie

If you think ferrets are just some smelly, little weasel that you hope won't bite you when you try to pet it, you should give them a second look. It is believed the ferret has been a domesticated animal, since the time Pharaohs ruled Egypt ; some say even before cats! Ferrets have been used for hunting for many years, often paired with a hawk; ferrets would flush game from under brush and allow the hawk to take it down. Ferrets were brought to Europe after...

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Rats as houshold pets.
Wed, 04 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT | Nolan 'nguthrie' Guthrie

These aint no flea ridden varmints. It may be hard to believe that something descended from the animal responsible for the bubonic plague could be a good pet, but its true!  Over the years, rats have become increasingly popular as household pets, and once you learn about them, you wont wonder why.  Rats are very adaptable, so theyre great beginner pets.  They are extremely intelligent, so theyre able to learn tricks...

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