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How do you keep your guinea pigs from chewing their ramp?
Guinea pigs are made to chew on things. They need wood and stuff in there cage 24/7 so they can chew it and keep their teeth down. If you have a wooden ramp then that is why it is chewing it. They need to chew on wood all the time, and wooden toys need to always be in there cage. Your guinea pig is chewing on the wooden ramp because that is what it is supposed to do. If you do not want it to chew on the ramp, then go get a plastic ramp because they will not chew on that. I have two guinea pigs, so if you need any other questions please feel free to ask. actually my pigs have a plastic ramp and i had to take it away because it was half gone.
Why do guinea pigs chew on your collar and their cage?
Because guinea pigs are rodents, Rodent teeth never stop growing so they need to continually wear them down. don't worry on of my guinea pig dos that to even if though i put something in there for them to chew or nibble on their just trying to stop there teeth from over growing its verry natural
My guinea pig bites my clothes?
There are a number of reasons that your guinea pig is communicating to you in this way.From experience with my guinea pigs I have found that:1. My guinea pigs bite or pull my clothes mainly when they are trying to tell me that they would like to go back to their cage so that they can pee.2. My guinea pigs sometimes bite my clothes when they are hungry or would like me to give them so fresh fruit and veg.3. biting clothes could also be a sign that your guinea pigs teeth are too long and they have nothing to chew to shorten them. Guinea pigs teeth, like most rodents, never stop growing so they need to have so wood or chew sticks in their cage to bite so that their teeth are kept at a healthy length. If your guine pigs teeth are too long take immediately to the vets to have them cut so as not to cause discomfort for you piggie. [Apple tree twigs are really good for their teeth too! Don't get them of the groud or if they are sprayed with a pesticide, herbicide. A tip from Kenzie!!! ;} ]Try not to let them nibble on your clothes because guinea pigs and ferrets can cough things up or make hairballs like cats. Therefore if they get any in their mouth and swallow then it is in them for good. If it gets stuck in their throat there is almost no way to get it out. Any fabric in the cage or on your guinea pig is not the best idea. Harnesses are OK if they aren't furry or fuzzy. Kenzie ;}
What type of wood do guinea pigs eat?
Guinnea pigs dont eat wood, they gnaw on it. The best thing to do really is to go to your local pet shop and you can buys some flavoured wood things that they gnaw on. Its good for their teeth and helps blunt them down.
Do guinea pigs eat animals?
yes guinea pigs can eat meat when they are babies or new born, but when they get older they can not eat meat. i dont know why but they do. i went to the petstore and they said that also. go ask if you dont believe me
Are wood cages for guinea pigs good?
Wood cages are not very good because guinea pigs love to chew on wood. If you give your guinea pig a wooden cage, they might chew threw one day. Your pet might get lost!
What do guinea pigs like to nibble?
they will nibble on wood chew toy..... you can get them at your local pet store...
How do you keep your guinea pigs from chewing their ramp?
Guinea pigs are made to chew on things. They need wood and stuff in there cage 24/7 so they can chew it and keep their teeth down. If you have a wooden ramp then that is why it is chewing it. They need to chew on wood all the time, and wooden toys need to always be in there cage. Your guinea pig is chewing on the wooden ramp because that is what it is supposed to do. If you do not want it to chew on the ramp, then go get a plastic ramp because they will not chew on that. I have two guinea pigs, so if you need any other questions please feel free to ask. actually my pigs have a plastic ramp and i had to take it away because it was half gone.
What type of wood can guinea pigs gnaw on?
Guinea Pigs can eat wood, its okay. Many guinea pigs will eat their own bedding-which is sawdust (wood). They need to chew on hard objects or their teeth will get to long and it will be harder for them to eat or drink.
Why do guinea pigs chew on your collar and their cage?
Because guinea pigs are rodents, Rodent teeth never stop growing so they need to continually wear them down. don't worry on of my guinea pig dos that to even if though i put something in there for them to chew or nibble on their just trying to stop there teeth from over growing its verry natural
Are cardboard tubes good toys for Guinea pigs?
In a way, yes. Guinea pigs need to keep their teeth short and they chew on things to achieve this. Wood is sometimes recommended for this, but cardboard works too. They may even shred the tube for nesting.
Do guinea pigs eat wood?
Yes guinea pigs do eat wood they preefer tree bark but they can eat wood and bark, in fact it is 1 of their favorite treats :)
I heard it was a safe healthy and good idea to give guinea pigs pumice stone to chew on to help keep their teeth trimed. Is this true?
I wouldn't recommend it. Unless a vet advised you to do so, I wouldn't do it. Guinea pigs should not chew on things other than their pellets and hay that aren't biotic (wood is okay)
What is a name of a guinea pigs house?
logs, wood
Can a hamster bite through his or her cage?
They should not be able to if it is made well. They will most likely chew on the bars (you should try to discourage this-as the paint is not good for them-by giving them wood chew toys) but they can't get through them as they are just guinea pigs.
What will happen if you do not trim overgrown guinea pig teeth?
Your not supposed to trim their teeth! All guinea pigs and other rodents, should be provided with somthing to chew on. In the wild, they gnaw on wood, and eat hard foods to wear their teeth down naturally. In captivity, people forget that these animals still need to do what they do naturally. Buy a chew log from your local pet store. DO NOT ATTEMPT to file your own guinea pigs teeth. If you are THAT concerned, schedule an appointment with a local vet that specializes in exotic pets. Guinea pigs are considered to be exotic.
Will wood chips hurt your guinea pigs?
No wood chips will not hurt your guinea pig and are often put into their cages for bedding.
