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- Have sufficient room for your guinea pig to roam. (a.k.a. right sized cage.)
- Feed them the proper diet. (They can't produce their own vitamin c like us so they need lots of veggies)
- Are guinea pigs right for you? consider - Can you commit to it throughout its' life? Can you care for it properly? Do you have the money to look after the guinea pig? (what if it had to go to the vet? (guinea pigs can easily get sick if not properly looked after.))
- Entertain them!! Provide toys - tubes, houses or even another guinea pig! (another guinea pig is recommended because they can get quite sad on their own and if they have a friend to play with then their true personality comes out!)
- Check lots of websites that are about guinea pigs -
- www.kornage.co.uk
- www.cavymadness.com
- www.guineapigsclub.com
- etc. look up 'guinea pigs' in Google and you will find loads!
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Do you need an exotic vet for guinea pigs?
if you ask your normal vet they may have someone who can care for guinea pigs. At my local vet there is someone who can care for guinea pigs
Do guinea pigs eat biscuits?
They should not, check out guineapigcages.com to find out more about guinea pigs and their care.
Can guinea pigs take care of themselves?
No the owners take care of them
Do male guinea pigs have to be separated from their babies?
No,some male guinea pigs actually help clean and care for babies
How do mommy guinea pigs care for baby guinea pigs?
When they are first born and up to 4 weeks old the mother will feed them milk that she makes for them. She will teach them by showing them what to eat and drink. and how to be with other guinea pigs.
What has the author Peter Gurney written?
Peter Gurney has written: 'Guinea Pig' 'The proper care of guinea pigs' -- subject(s): Guinea pigs as pets 'What's My Guinea Pig?' 'Piggy Potions'
How can you take of a guinea pigs teeth?
Guinea Pigs are Rodents, and their teeth are always growing. Provide them with materials to gnaw on, and they will take care of their own teeth.
Are guinea pigs suitable for busy people?
no they need alot of care
Can you pierce a guinea pigs ears?
guinea pigs can live 8 years with proper care
Were should you let your guinea pig swim?
You shouldn't. To learn more about guinea pigs and their care, go to guineapigcages.com
How much does guinea pigs cages cost?
It depends on the size of the cage.Some cages are cheaper when they come in a guinea pig care supplies kit.My cage for my guinea pig was $50.But, then again,it was originally meant for two guinea pigs.
What is the life expentency of a guinea pig?
Guinea pigs, when well taken care of, can live anywhere from 5 to 8 years.
