Useful Information and Links
There are lots of really useful resources online for learning more about our Beasties, or simply connecting with like-minded people. Always do your research before getting any animal as a new pet, as well as continuing your education on their best care once you have brought them home. We can always learn more!
Remember to fact check any information you read online, not all sources are up to date or reputable!
Ferrets
- Ferret Owners Facebook Group - a lovely group filled with cute ferrets!
- Kiezebrink UK Ltd - a great company for raw feeders, the one we currently use!
- South Cheshire Ferret Rescue - a very informative website of an incredible ferret charity that rehome many ferrets in need.
- National Ferret Welfare Society - a great resource to learn about keeping ferrets
Chinchillas
- The Chinchilla Owners Facebook Group - a very educational and up to date group, well worth a visit!
- National Chinchilla Society - a great resource to learn about keeping this exotic species
Rats
- Fancy Rats forum - a useful forum for all things ratty!
- Rat Care UK Facebook Group - a great group of like-minded ratty folk
- NFRS - a great resource to learn about rats as pets, shows and breeders
Degus
- Degutopia - a really informative website on degu care
Mice
- Pet Mice Hobbyists UK Facebook Group - a lovely group of pet mice enthusiasts
- The National Mouse Club - a great resource to learn about mice as pets, shows and breeders
Guinea Pigs
- Guinea Pigs UK Facebook Group - a lovely group filled with lovely piggies!
- The British Cavy Council - a great resource to learn about keeping guinea pigs
Hamsters
- Hamster Central - a forum for all things hamster!
- National Hamster Council - a great resource to learn about keeping hamsters as pets