The Siberian chipmunk is becoming increasingly popular as a pet. Due to its lively ways, its button eyes and its...

These social, curious animals are one of the few rodents that are awake during the day (diurnal), which adds to...

The African dormouse is a tiny, squirrel-like rodent that�s highly entertaining to watch. But because they are so quick and...

Chinchillas are largely nocturnal, which means they will be most active at night. Sometimes they are called "crepuscular," meaning their...

They�re typically brown with a black stripe running down their back and a lighter belly. They also have a longer...

Being social creatures, gerbils can become quite tame with regular handling. They generally have an agreeable temperament and are only...

Sugar gliders are very social and need companionship. This makes them bond well to their owners (especially if you use...

Guinea pigs are easy to handle and rarely bite, even when stressed. They have somewhat demanding diets, requiring fresh hay...

Also known as Syrian or teddy bear hamsters, Golden hamsters live around two to three years. They are typically solitary...