Energy costs and animals, maybe you don't think about it, but the advice to save your energy costs certainly affects your pet. Find here below all tips, tricks and guidelines per pet type.
Rabbits and rodents
We prefer to see rabbits or guinea pigs in pairs so that they can keep each other warm, but if this is not the case, it is important that there is enough hay en straw is to be able to put them in the way or to warm them up. Rabbits and guinea pigs cannot tolerate temperature differences very well at all. So if it is around 20 degrees during the day and you lower the heating to 15 degrees at night, this is quite a blow for a rabbit. For guinea pigs, a fixed temperature around 18 degrees is the best. It also differs by age, of course, a somewhat older rabbit or guinea pig will visibly suffer more from this than a young rabbit or guinea pig.
Small rodents often need higher temperatures in their enclosure. The ideal temperatures are between 22 and 24 degrees. At night it should not be more than 5 degrees colder. These are animals that are mainly active at night, which is why they prefer heat during the day so that they can sleep and have to produce less heat.
Birds
This really differs per species of course. Birds from tropical areas are less able to withstand lower temperatures. It is therefore preferable not to let it fall below 15 degrees for these species. Large fluctuations are also never good for a bird, regardless of origin. A tip is to have one nest box or the like in the cage so that they can retreat when it is cold. Also is one UV lamp with heat no superfluous luxury for a bird. Especially for the somewhat older, bald or sick birds. Always pay attention to the behavior of a bird. Sitting bloated, shivering or eating more can indicate that you are cold.
Terrarium and Aquarium
If you have an aquarium or terrarium, it is important that you also maintain the temperatures at night that suit the living environment of the animal species. If you have an aquarium that should be at 24 degrees all day long, but at night the living room temperature drops, the heating in the aquarium has to work harder, so it consumes more. Therefore, make sure that the current heating is strong enough to achieve this.
Dog or Cat
Fortunately, a dog or cat can move well and decide for themselves where they feel comfortable within the house. Temperature can only play a role in certain breeds or older dogs and cats. Also take into account a kitten and pup, these need higher temperatures. A good guideline for a healthy animal is never colder than 5 degrees at night compared to during the day. If you don't quite know what this is like for your animal, take it contact on with the dog world of cat world for appropriate advice.
Conclusion
Keep an eye on your pet at all times. If he/she shows different behavior, act accordingly, and if you have any doubts, you can also contact our colleagues from the relevant department.
