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Better Bugs Mean More Complete DietsFew things are more rewarding than soaking in the natural beauty of exotic animals. From brightly colored feathers to vibrant scales and skin, exotic animals offer an element of beauty that enriches the lives of animal owners and observers. But keeping these animals looking and feeling their ...
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What to Know Before Bringing Home a ChinchillaChinchillas are adorable, social and energetic animals, which makes them fun pets to have around. And keeping them around provides fun for both a good time and a long time, since they tend to live 10+ years. However, your chinchilla’s happy, healthy lifespan depends on the care and nutrition you ...
Endangered Species Conservation: Partners Making a DifferenceLoretta Lynch once said, “We all have a responsibility to protect endangered species, both for their sake and for the sake of our own future generations.” Conservation of these species is an ongoing challenge that requires the help of many people working toward a common goal. Mazuri® is a brand ...
Which Small Animal Species is Right For You?Small mammals make wonderful pets. They’re fun to watch, offer daily companionship and have fun personalities making them a great addition to your family. While it’s easy to get swooned by their cuteness in the pet store, it’s important to do your research ahead of time to make sure you’re ...
The Periodic Table of Reptile Nutrition5 elements for a complete and balanced reptile diet Do you know how much calcium or protein is in a bug or rodent? Before you pop a pinkie mouse in the tank or corral the crickets, consider the essential elements of a reptile nutrition plan. “Reptile diets should be both complete and balanced,” ...
Partner Spotlight: Center for Great ApesMazuri Exotic Animal Nutrition is proud to partner with various rescues, organizations and sanctuaries around the world. These organizations dedicate their efforts and resources to the safety, preservation and health of exotic and endangered animals. Among the first of its kind in the United ...
5 Signs of Happy, Healthy Mini PigsHappy, healthy mini pigs are social, alert and show off their spunk. But, beyond those obvious signs of health, there are specific qualities to look for to know if your mini pig is healthy. Here are specific signs of mini pig health: Healthy body weight Mini pigs may weigh 70-150 pounds at ...
4 Care Tips to Help Your Gecko ThriveFrom beginning pet owners to experienced reptile keepers, geckos make great companions. They’re friendly, docile creatures that are small in size and relatively easy to care for. That said, they do have specific needs keepers should meet to provide the highest quality of life for their gecko. To ...
Weight Matters: A Guide To Feeding Mini PigsFor humans and mini pigs alike, enjoying tasty food is one of life’s great pleasures. However, you can certainly have too much of a good thing when it comes to mini pig nutrition. Maintaining a healthy weight is important for keeping mini pigs healthy and happy. What’s the harm in a chubby mini ...
Expert Tips for Happy and Healthy Aquatic TurtlesAquatic turtles are unique pets with distinct personalities that many pet owners fall in love with. However, with their uniqueness comes a specific set of care requirements. We talked to Mazuri Regional Manager, former professional animal keeper and 40-year hobbyist Scott Davis to learn more ...- New Packaging for Mazuri® Softbill DietThe Mazuri® Softbill Diet—a complete softbill bird food designed for adult iron-sensitive birds like toucans, aracaris, turacos, starlings, birds of paradise, mynahs and other softbills—is now available in newly redesigned 2-pound and 15-pound bags. The Mazuri Softbill Diet has not changed, ...
Mazuri® + Endangered Wolf Center: A Passion for PartnershipNestled in 60-acres of the wooded Mississippi River Valley in eastern Missouri, a devoted group of caretakers are saving wolves and other wild canids from extinction at the Endangered Wolf Center. This unique facility was founded in 1971 by noted biologist, and television host of Mutual of ...
Reproduction & Nutrition Industry Trends in Endangered SpeciesFor exotic and endangered animal populations, the link between nutrition and reproductive success could be key to species conservation efforts. The challenge? There’s much to learn about that link. That’s why it’s been an area of focus for Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival ...
Species Conservation Industry TrendsWolves are pretty picky eaters. How’d we learn that? Feeding Mexican wolves, red wolves, maned wolves and other canids at the Endangered Wolf Center in eastern Missouri over the last 40 years. The Endangered Wolf Center is an organization whose mission is to preserve wolves and reintroduce them ...
Supplemental Nutrition Industry Trends in Managed Care FacilitiesIn managed care settings like zoos, aquariums, sanctuaries or conservatories, exotic animal conservation requires the utmost attention to detail and animal husbandry. Facilities have adopted habitats and nutrition practices to more closely mimic natural environments, while understanding that ...
Mini Pig Care: Tear StainingAs a mini pig owner, it is important to be aware of potential health issues, such as “tear staining.” Mini pig tears contain a pigment called porphyrin, which may cause tears to turn dark in color when exposed to air over time. This tear staining, called chromodacryorrhea, is commonly seen in ...
Three New Feeding Trends for Your Alpaca FarmThe U.S. alpaca industry is advancing—breeding larger framed animals with more fleece on their bodies. These trends, combined with new U.S.-based alpaca research, are changing feed formulas and nutritional recommendations for alpacas. Mazuri nutritionists worked with several U.S. alpaca farms ...
Calming, Colorful Pets: Koi Fish Care 101If you’re looking for a pet that brings a sense of calm and serenity into your life, consider raising colorful, beautiful koi fish. They are fun and hardy fish for a backyard pond, tank or indoor aquarium. But before you bring any koi home, there are a few things you should know about these ...