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Expertise
I can answer any question you got about Guinea pigs,Rats, Hamsters, Mice,Chinchilla's,Gerbils,Hedgehogs, Squirrels, Rabbits...Basically all RODENTS . Feeding, breeding, sexing,cages,illness,places on the internet to learn more, ect.
Experience in the area
I have 1 guinea pigs at this time one male. I also have two rats. Earlier this year 2008, we had 106 rats rescued in our rescue here in Lake City. I have had rodents for quite some time and even run my own pages and a rescue related to rodents. Each year we get several rodents that come in our rescue. From rabbits, rats, mice, gerbils, hamsters, and even exotics. It is fun and where many think that only cats and dogs need a place to come we often forget the little guys.
Organizations
http://www.flickr.com/groups/guinea_pig_heaven/ (admin of this group)
http://www.flickr.com/groups/guinea_pig_lovers/ ( moderator of group)
Publications
http://www.flickr.com/groups/guinea_pig_heaven/
Publications
http://www.flickr.com/groups/guinea_pig_heaven/
Education/Credentials
My education is based on rescuing rodents with the local Suwannee Humane Society, raising my own rodents through the years, and being around others in my area that also raise and breed animals.
Past/Present Clients
Suwannee Humane Society in Live Oak Florida.
What do you like about this subject?
I like anything related to animals. I love talking about rodents and helping others make better homes for their own pets. It is a joy to make another feel more at peace and happy.
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
Learning is 24/7 and the more you learn the better that you can help others and yourself. I hope to never stop learning and to never think that I know everything, because the joy of having animals is learning new things that make your experiences more enjoyable.
Average Ratings
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Recent Answers from Dawn
2009-11-15 mixing squirrel,rats,and guinea pigs:
This would be all determined on if they get along. You need to introduce them and see if they can be together without fighting and drawing blood. Any signs of blood, cuts, or constant screeching is a sign
2009-11-10 wood question on chinchillas:
Everything that I have learned about Chinchilla is against Birch as a safe wood. To be on the safe side it would better to choose something else then take a chance and have something toxic. Now as far
2009-11-05 Chinchilla squirted pee at newborn baby:
This is territorial for some Chinchillas and relays being in charge or dominant. She knows that he pup but she wants to make sure it knows its place. If she was a very unsocial Chinchilla before then you
2009-11-01 Chinchilla had a seizure:
Seizures can be a lot of different things. It can be a one time thing from over excitment or something that is needing attention like low blood sugar. You need to first see if it happens again. Find out
2009-10-31 Winter White Female:
This is a sign of a gift. Being comfortable enough with you that she feel safe with her food. Most hamsters don't do this regularly. This is like the cats that bring dead animals to the door as presents
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