Many new owners get the degu cage setup wrong. They either forget something degus need to be happy and healthy, or they add something that can cause harm. The truth is: degus don't need much in their cage. But they do need the basics. And they need a friend. Degus are not solitary creatures. The most important thing a degu needs in its cage is other degus. Apart … [Read more...] about Degu Cage Setup (What They Need In Their Cage)
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What Do Degus Eat? (Best Degu Food To Feed Your Pet)
Many people just feed their pets whatever food scraps they have left over. Especially with smaller pets like degus or other rodents. Those same people tend to have to replace their pets a lot. And yes, those two things are connected. If you want your pet degu to live a long, happy and healthy life, you need to feed it the right food. What do degus eat in the wild … [Read more...] about What Do Degus Eat? (Best Degu Food To Feed Your Pet)
Degus As Pets (Everything You Need to Know)
Ok, I'll be honest. Even though I love chinchillas more than anything, I have to admit. Degus are every bit as cute as chinchillas. In fact, I would be happy owning a degu, although I will always prefer my chinchilla, of course. But how are degus as pets? Chinchillas are wonderful, and they are relatively inexpensive and easy to care for. Is the same true of … [Read more...] about Degus As Pets (Everything You Need to Know)
What Is A Degu? (Everything You Need To Know)
Yes, I know. This is a site about chinchillas. But that doesn't mean we can't take a few pages here and there to talk about some of the chinchilla's close relatives. And the degu is one of the closest. And one of the most adorable. So what is a degu exactly? Keep reading to find out. We're going to cover everything you need to know about this adorable furry … [Read more...] about What Is A Degu? (Everything You Need To Know)
Degu Vs Chinchilla (Which Is The Better Pet For You?)
It's hard to tell the difference at first glance. In comparing the degu vs chinchilla, you quickly notice a lot of similarities. But that is deceiving. There are a number of key differences between the chinchilla and the degu. And it is those differences that will likely make one better suited as a pet than the other. Which one depends on you. It won't be the … [Read more...] about Degu Vs Chinchilla (Which Is The Better Pet For You?)