For pet owners who are brave enough, you can pick up and handle your tarantula with a little bit of practice.

Before you attempt to hold a tarantula, make sure that the breed is safe to hold. Some tarantulas are venomous and aggressive, so check with your vet Arlington first.

Slowly and cautiously place your hand inside your tarantula’s cage. Gently rub your spider’s abdomen to let him know that you’re there. If your tarantula rubs its abdomen with its hind legs or lifts its front legs, you should leave it alone.

Never directly lift your tarantula. Instead, place your hand flat on the floor of the cage, palm up, and gently nudge your tarantula into your hand.

Tarantulas can be seriously injured if dropped, so make sure that you’re using both hands when handling one. If you want to learn more, click her ... Read more »

For pet owners who are brave enough, you can pick up and handle your tarantula with a little bit of practice.

Before you attempt to hold a tarantula, make sure that the breed is safe to hold. Some tarantulas are venomous and aggressive, so check with your vet Arlington first.

Slowly and cautiously place your hand inside your tarantula’s cage. Gently rub your spider’s abdomen to let him know that you’re there. If your tarantula rubs its abdomen with its hind legs or lifts its front legs, you should leave it alone.

Never directly lift your tarantula. Instead, place your hand flat on the floor of the cage, palm up, and gently nudge your tarantula into your hand.

Tarantulas can be seriously injured if dropped, so make sure that you’re using both hands when handling one. If you want to learn more, ... Read more »

For pet owners who are brave enough, you can pick up and handle your tarantula with a little bit of practice.

Before you attempt to hold a tarantula, make sure that the breed is safe to hold. Some tarantulas are venomous and aggressive, so check with your vet Arlington first.

Slowly and cautiously place your hand inside your tarantula’s cage. Gently rub your spider’s abdomen to let him know that you’re there. If your tarantula rubs its abdomen with its hind legs or lifts its front legs, you should leave it alone.

Never directly lift your tarantula. Instead, place your hand flat on the floor of the cage, palm up, and gently nudge your tarantula into your hand.

Tarantulas can be seriously injured if dropped, so make sure that you’re using both hands when handling one. If you want to learn more, click here.

For pet owners who are brave enough, you can pick up and handle your tarantula with a little bit of practice.

Before you attempt to hold a tarantula, make sure that the breed is safe to hold. Some tarantulas are venomous and aggressive, so check with your vet Arlington first.

Slowly and cautiously place your hand inside your tarantula’s cage. Gently rub your spider’s abdomen to let him know that you’re there. If your tarantula rubs its abdomen with its hind legs or lifts its front legs, you should leave it alone.

Never directly lift your tarantula. Instead, place your hand flat on the floor of the cage, palm up, and gently nudge your tarantula into your hand.

Tarantulas can be seriously injured if dropped, so make sure that you’re using both hands when handling one. If you want to learn more, ... Read more »

For pet owners who are brave enough, you can pick up and handle your tarantula with a little bit of practice.

Before you attempt to hold a tarantula, make sure that the breed is safe to hold. Some tarantulas are venomous and aggressive, so check with your vet Arlington first.

Slowly and cautiously place your hand inside your tarantula’s cage. Gently rub your spider’s abdomen to let him know that you’re there. If your tarantula rubs its abdomen with its hind legs or lifts its front legs, you should leave it alone.

Never directly lift your tarantula. Instead, place your hand flat on the floor of the cage, palm up, and gently nudge your tarantula into your hand.

Tarantulas can be seriously injured if dropped, so make sure that you’re using both hands when handling one. If you ... Read more »

You probably don’t think about your hedgehog carrying salmonella, but some recent outbreaks have been traced back to hedgehogs. Here’s what you need to know about your hedgehog and salmonella.

Salmonella can be carried by animals like hedgehogs because it doesn’t always negatively affect their health. In humans, salmonella can cause diarrhea, severe abdominal cramping, fever, and headaches.

The easiest way to prevent yourself from getting salmonella is to wash your hands after you’ve come in contact with your hedgehog. This also includes after you’ve cleaned his cage.

Fortunately, not all hedgehogs carry salmonella. When choosing a new hedgehog, make sure you choose one that looks and acts healthy. Avoid adopting any hedgehog that has been in a cage with an ill hedgehog.

If you want to know if your hedgehog carries salmonella, schedule ... Read more »

You probably don’t think about your hedgehog carrying salmonella, but some recent outbreaks have been traced back to hedgehogs. Here’s what you need to know about your hedgehog and salmonella.

Salmonella can be carried by animals like hedgehogs because it doesn’t always negatively affect their health. In humans, salmonella can cause diarrhea, severe abdominal cramping, fever, and headaches.

The easiest way to prevent yourself from getting salmonella is to wash your hands after you’ve come in contact with your hedgehog. This also includes after you’ve cleaned his cage.

Fortunately, not all hedgehogs carry salmonella. When choosing a new hedgehog, make sure you choose one that looks and acts healthy. Avoid adopting any hedgehog that has been in a cage with an ill hedgehog.

You probably don’t think about your hedgehog carrying salmonella, but some recent outbreaks have been traced back to hedgehogs. Here’s what you need to know about your hedgehog and salmonella.

Salmonella can be carried by animals like hedgehogs because it doesn’t always negatively affect their health. In humans, salmonella can cause diarrhea, severe abdominal cramping, fever, and headaches.

The easiest way to prevent yourself from getting salmonella is to wash your hands after you’ve come in contact with your hedgehog. This also includes after you’ve cleaned his cage.

Fortunately, not all hedgehogs carry salmonella. When choosing a new hedgehog, make sure you choose one that looks and acts healthy. Avoid adopting any hedgehog that has been in a cage with an ill hedgehog.

If you want to know if your hedgehog carries salmonella, schedule ... Read more »

You probably don’t think about your hedgehog carrying salmonella, but some recent outbreaks have been traced back to hedgehogs. Here’s what you need to know about your hedgehog and salmonella.

Salmonella can be carried by animals like hedgehogs because it doesn’t always negatively affect their health. In humans, salmonella can cause diarrhea, severe abdominal cramping, fever, and headaches.

The easiest way to prevent yourself from getting salmonella is to wash your hands after you’ve come in contact with your hedgehog. This also includes after you’ve cleaned his cage.

Fortunately, not all hedgehogs carry salmonella. When choosing a new hedgehog, make sure you choose one that looks and acts healthy. Avoid adopting any hedgehog that has been in a cage with an ill hedgehog.

If you want to know if your hedgehog carries salmonella, schedule ... Read more »

You probably don’t think about your hedgehog carrying salmonella, but some recent outbreaks have been traced back to hedgehogs. Here’s what you need to know about your hedgehog and salmonella.

Salmonella can be carried by animals like hedgehogs because it doesn’t always negatively affect their health. In humans, salmonella can cause diarrhea, severe abdominal cramping, fever, and headaches.

The easiest way to prevent yourself from getting salmonella is to wash your hands after you’ve come in contact with your hedgehog. This also includes after you’ve cleaned his cage.

Fortunately, not all hedgehogs carry salmonella. When choosing a new hedgehog, make sure you choose one that looks and acts healthy. Avoid adopting any hedgehog that has been in a cage with an ill hedgehog.

If you want to know if your hedgehog carries salmonella, schedule ... Read more »

Believe it or not, but rabbits are extremely intelligent and social creatures that can easily be trained!

When training your rabbit, use plenty of treats and toys, but do not use negative reinforcement. Rabbits are prey animals and are easily frightened, and a frightened rabbit isn’t trainable.

Short training sessions are best. Start with 5 to 10 minutes a day. Choose a simple command at first. For example, you may want to start by having your rabbit come on command. Just make sure you start with a very short distance and reward your rabbit with treats for the right behavior.

You can also clicker train rabbits. That way, you can gently wean your rabbit off of treats but still get the trained response.

For training assistance or more information on tricks you can teach your rabbit, contact your veterinary clinic Grand Pr ... Read more »

Part of owning a pet is getting to hold it and spend time with it. Unfortunately, when it comes to adult iguanas, this is often easier said than done.

In general, iguanas don’t want to be picked up, even if they have been handled from a very young age. Their initial reaction is to hang on tightly to whatever it is they are sitting on. Approach your iguana slowly. Don’t try and yank your lizard off of his perch. Release each foot one at a time before picking him up.

Once your iguana’s grip has been loosened, place one hand underneath his shoulders and another hand under his back legs.

After your iguana has been removed from the cage, you can place him in one hand, allowing your forearm to support the full length of his body. If you would like a demonstration, schedule an appointment wit ... Read more »

In addition to their curious streak, cats love climbing tables because the spot gives them a vantage point over most things and situations inside the house. The dining table is also a place where mouth-watering food can be found.

If your kitty keeps on climbing the dining table and making it his temporary lookout point,  it’s time to make the place less hospitable by getting plastic carpet runners and placing them upside down on the table, making the nubs stick out. Their sensitive paws make it hard for them to walk on this new surface, and you will soon find your pet avoiding climbing up on the table.

You can also install cat trees of different heights. Rubbing some catnip on these trees will make them appealing alternatives of the table.

There is also another product that is like double-sided tape that you can temporarily put on the ... Read more »

As your new pet gradually settles down in his new home, you need to start establishing important regimens that will include feeding, potty schedules, and physical activity. Your pooch also needs time alone away from the pack. A crate can serve as a den where he can go to when he wants to take a break from the household activities. Positive reinforcement is also important so he will know you are pleased with his behavior.

Your new pet should never be exposed to too much excitement (such as meeting the neighborhood kids or visiting the dog park) during his first few days in your home. Remaining calm and quiet around him will allow him to settle in easier; you should also spend more time interacting with him to get to know your new pet including his likes and dislikes.

If you are having problems with your pet’s behavior, talk with a Puyallup vet. Find out more from this ... Read more »