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Understanding and choosing the right snake. If you are a newbie to owning a snake it can be very difficult to make sure that you have the right snake. A lot of those choices depend on making sure that you are able to choose the right breed and know what to expect when it comes to the way that snakes behave and also how long some breeds live. You need to keep in mind that snakes have the ability to live for over 30 years and that means that you want to make sure that you are willing to make a commitment that long. You also need to make sure that you completely understand the needs of the snake that you are choosing. That means that you need to understand all of the needs for cleaning as well as for feeding your snake. You will also need to know how to monitor all of the factors of the environment that your snake is living in. One thing that is very important to note is that different snakes require different kinds of temperatures based on where they are from. That means th...

If you ever watched The Late Show with David Letterman , you’re certainly familiar with his famous top 10 lists. Well, we at 2 Paws Up decided to have a little bit of fun ourselves and create a list of the top 10 reasons why you should hire a professional pet sitter when it comes to caring for your pet, rather than relying on a family member or friend. Reason Number 10. While you are away from home, not only do we care for your pets as if they’re our own, but we also make your house look “lived in” by turning lights on and off, opening and closing your blinds, checking your mail, etc. Ask your twenty-something year old brother to do the same and he’ll likely achieve the “lived in” look with empty pizza boxes and beer cans scattered around your house. Reason Number 9. As professional pet sitters, we always have an emergency back-up plan in place in the event your scheduled sitter can’t make it to your home in time. So you asked the little girl down the street to take...

When you are choosing a snake it is the same as it would be if you were going to choose a dog or a cat, it is very important to know what you want in a snake. That means that you need to be able to know all of the different kinds and know what you are looking for from that pet, you may be looking for an active pet or a more relaxed pet. All of these things will color the kind of snake that you choose to make a pet and for that reason there are things that are important for you to consider. Know what you expect of your snake. You may want a snake who is going to be smaller and one that is going to require less care. One thing to note is that the smaller the snake is, the less care that it will require and that means that you will be able to have a smaller cage for the snake and you will be able to feed it less. In addition to that you may also be able with a smaller snake to pick and choose the kind of food you give it. You will not for example...

Nothing says “I love you” quite like a wet, sloppy kiss from your canine companion, or an up-close and personal “meow” from your feline friend. But what can you do if that kiss or meow is accompanied by some seriously bad breath? If your pet suffers from stinky breath, it could indicate a health problem that needs attention, or it could be a bi-product of a poor diet. Periodontal disease is by far the most common cause of bad breath in pets. Plaque buildup can cause gingivitis which, if left untreated, can turn into periodontal disease. This disease can be quite serious, causing pets to lose teeth, develop gum disease, and can even cause kidney and heart damage. When it comes to your precious pet’s teeth and gums, the old Ben Franklin idiom,  ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’  certainly applies. Brush your pet’s teeth regularly, perform routine mouth inspections (feel around for loose teeth, unusual bumps, etc.), and arrange for regular oral exams...