There's never been a small, furry animal in my family -- at least, no one smaller than Cleo. Still, I know there are some special rules for taking care of these little fluffballs. Here are a few I turned up.

• Don't use aspen or pine as bedding. They may smell good to us, but the same natural chemicals that make them smell good also make them dangerous for the small and furry members of our families. There are other options on the market, including timothy hay, paper, and aspen-wood based varieties. I wonder how Allie's kitty litter would work?
• Don't allow uneaten fresh foods (fruits and veggies, that is) to sit for long in the cage, since old food can make anybunny sick. Some small animals will even horde fresh food if you give them the chance!
• Make sure they get exercise. Give your small-and-furry time to run around outside her home, but watch her carefully, and make sure to chew-proof the room by blocking access to electrical cords. Apparently some animals think they're tasty!

Do you guys have any other tips for keeping itty bitty mammals safe and healthy?