Black-Tailed Prairie Dog
Cynomys ludovicianus
Size: Adults are 10 to 12 inches long and 3 to 4lbs.
Housing: Multi-level ferret cage is suitable. Must be at least 2'x 2'x 2' for one prairie dog.
Food: Vegetarian: fresh hay, grasses, fresh fruits & vegetables, rodent lab blocks, seeds & nuts (in moderation)
Lifespan: 8 to 12 years
Special Needs: Very social, requires lots of attention. Should be spayed or neutered. Can be litter box trained.
Books
Prairie Dogs as Pets
by Pat Storer, 3rd Edition, hard cover.
Prairie Dog Primer
by Pat Storer, 1997 paperback.
Prairie Dogs
by Dorothy Hindshaw Patent
Prairie Dogs (Unusual Animals)
by Lynn M. Stone
Links
HomeArts: Prairie Dogs
Acme Pet's Prairie Dog FAQ
Ronnie, Prairie Dog
Pawprint Critter Care - Prairie Dogs
Prairie Dog Village
JNOLA3'S Pet Prairie Dogs
R-Zu-2-U's Prairie Dog Babies
Is a Prairie Dog the Right Pet for You?
5 Prairie Dog Articles at Online Animal Catalog
The Pets Forum: Prairie Dogs
Flyer's Specialty Pets
Ldy's Zoo - Prairie Dogs
Specialty Pet Products
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