Complete Guide to Exotic Pet Grooming: Techniques and Tips for Beak, Fur, Skin, and Nail Care

August 2, 2023

Complete Guide to Exotic Pet Grooming: Techniques and Tips for Beak, Fur, Skin, and Nail Care

If sanding an iguana’s nails or bathing a hedgehog sound like fun, rewarding experiences, exotic pet care is for you. While grooming may not be the first thing on a prospective exotic pet owner’s mind, a clean look is crucial for reasons beyond pure aesthetics. Beak trimming, feather care, and reptile skin care (to name […]

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Creating a Safe and Stimulating Environment: Choosing the Right Enclosures for Your Exotic Pets

July 6, 2023

Creating a Safe and Stimulating Environment: Choosing the Right Enclosures for Your Exotic Pets

Adoption rates of exotic pets continue to grow, owing to the fact that they are so unique. They make great additions to families with allergies to cats and dogs, or people that live in smaller homes or apartments. However, despite having a reputation for being “low-maintenance,” exotic pets come with highly specialized care requirements. In […]

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Feeding Exotic Pets: Tips and Tricks for Optimal Nutrition

June 6, 2023

Feeding Exotic Pets: Tips and Tricks for Optimal Nutrition

The old adage “you are what you eat” applies to all of us—especially to our exotic pet species. Animal Care Unlimited adores creatures great and small, and our expert team knows how important exotic pet nutrition is for these special critters.

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Exotic Pet Training and Socialization: Tips for Building a Strong Bond with Your Bird, Reptile, or Small Mammal

May 1, 2023

Exotic Pet Training and Socialization: Tips for Building a Strong Bond with Your Bird, Reptile, or Small Mammal

In contrast with dogs and cats, birds, lizards, and other exotic pets can have less obvious behavioral needs. Building a bond with an exotic pet is gratifying, and identifying their unique preferences can help you get closer to this goal. At Animal Care Unlimited, we believe it’s important to build a bond with every pet—including […]

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Adopt a New Pet or Buy?

April 3, 2023

Adopt a New Pet or Buy?

Let’s be honest, at Animal Care Unlimited we are fans of pets no matter where they come from. Many times the right critter just finds their way of snuggling themselves into your life without any warning.  If you are actively considering growing your pet family, though, you may be weighing the pros and cons of […]

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The Ins and Outs of Basic Guinea Pig Care

March 1, 2023

The Ins and Outs of Basic Guinea Pig Care

Guinea pigs are often perceived as great introductory pets for young children, but the proper care of these sweet, curious, little rodents is far from elementary. Of course, guinea pigs, or cavies, make great family pets. Parents must do the heavy lifting when it comes to their safety, hygiene, nutrition, and overall health. Guinea pig […]

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Elevate Lizard Vitality Through Reptile Dental Health

February 6, 2023

Elevate Lizard Vitality Through Reptile Dental Health

A great deal goes into carefully providing for a pet reptile, but an essential component commonly overlooked. In addition to monitoring their diet, temperature, humidity, and hygiene, reptile dental health must be regularly addressed. It might sound complicated or confusing, but once you know the basics of their oral anatomy, you can help your pet […]

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Rarest Pets You Can (Legally) Own

January 4, 2023

<strong>Rarest Pets You Can (Legally) Own</strong>

Playful pups and cuddly cats might be all the rage, but there are plenty of exotic pets that make equally charismatic companions. The trick is knowing which exotic animals are OK to own, which ones require special permits, and which ones are strictly forbidden.  Unique pets have unique needs, so before choosing an exotic pet, […]

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Most Popular Pet Predictions in 2023

December 5, 2022

Most Popular Pet Predictions in 2023

The United States is virtually swimming in pets. In fact, a large portion of American households count at least one pet in the family. Some families share their home with multiple creatures. Regardless of the species, certain types of pets grab the top “Most Popular Pets in the USA” spots every year.

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