Should You Keep a Degu as a Pet? - The Spruce Pets
2023年8月25日 · A degu is a small, burrowing rodent native to Chile that makes a great pet. They are great nappers, but once they get used to your schedule, these little creatures will come to greet you, often looking to play or get some belly rubs. They crave social interaction and exercise.
Degu Guide for Beginners | Keeping Degus as Pets - Pocket Pets …
2019年10月26日 · Is a degu a good pet? A degu can make an excellent pet for older children and adults. Degus are social animals that can be tamed easily and will form a bond with you. Contrary to most pocket pets, like hamsters and chinchillas, the degu is active during the day. It can also adjust it’s sleeping habits to your own lifestyle.
Degus as Pets: A complete guide for Beginners
Degus are extremely smart and playful little creatures, making them great fun as pets. Their tiny little feet, ears, and eyes are absolutely adorable, and they can even learn tricks! In recent years, having degus as pets has grown in popularity, and their popularity is still on the rise.
Degu care - Animal Humane Society
To be healthy and happy, degus should be kept as pets in pairs or groups. As pets, they typically live 5-8 years. Degus can become very tame if handled regularly and from an early age.
Degus as Pets: Key Facts You Need to Know - Rodents For Pets
2023年5月2日 · Degus can make wonderful pets for the right person, but they do have their pros and cons. Some of the pros of keeping degus as pets include their intelligence, social nature, and unique appearance. They are curious and interactive, which can …
Degu as Pets - Caring for the Common Degu - AnimalWised
2018年11月1日 · Degus (known as the common degu) are a rodent which is increasingly growing popular as a pet. Here we tell you about their characteristics and care needs, showing you the proper degu diet, cage and...
Keeping Degus as Pets | RSPCA - RSPCA - rspca.org.uk
Degus have only been kept as pets for a relatively short time and experts are still learning about how best to care for them. As they're not commonly kept as pets, we recommend registering your degus with an exotics specialist vet who has experience in treating this species. They'll also be able to talk to you about the specialist care and ...
How to Keep a Degu: 13 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow Pet
2024年3月7日 · A degu is a small rodent which comes from Chile. They are friendly, curious creatures and can make excellent pets. To keep a degu, make sure they have the right environment. A degu needs a spacious cage with plenty of hiding places and...
Degu Care: The Ultimate Guide for a Happy & Healthy Pet
2023年5月19日 · If you’re looking for a unique and friendly pet, the degu might be the perfect choice for you. These small rodents originate from Chile and are known for their sociable nature and adorable appearance. They have furry tails, big ears, and big …
Degu Information and Care Sheet | PetMD
2017年10月10日 · Unlike many other rodents such as hamsters and chinchillas that are active at night, degus are active during the day and sleep at night, making them more suitable as pets. Pet degus live, on average, 6-9 years with proper care and nutrition.