Hoogland J.L. et al.: Nutrition, care, and behavior of captive prairie dogs
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Hoogland JL, James DA, Watson L.: Nutrition, care, and behavior of captive prairie dogs. In: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Exotic Animal Practice, Volume 12, Issue 2, Pages 255-266.
Prairie dogs are burrowing mammals that inhabit the grasslands of western North America. This article discusses the black-tailed prairie dog, the most common species and the one most likely to be found in zoos and private homes. The authors discuss several topics related to having prairie dogs as pets, such as why they make good pets, types of housing, diet, diseases, and injuries. The article concludes with information about where to obtain prairie dogs as pets.
Hoogland J.L. et al.: Nutrition, care, and behavior of captive prairie dogs