a lead because the play balls can damage their spines they'd be better with run but if you can't provide one a well fitted harness and lead designed for guinea pis would be ok
Did u know how guinea pigs and hamsters alike
Guinea Pigs, unlike cats and dogs, don't lick themselves. Therefore, Guinea Pigs don't have hairballs. Improvement: However, some guinea pigs are prone to "barbering" to eating fur off either themselves, other pigs, or their human companions. Excessive barbering can lead to hairballs which in turn can lead to anorexia and weight loss and must be treated.
They can be. Its best if you get guinea pigs at a shelter.
It can. Guinea pigs have differentnutritionalneeds than hamsters. Guinea pigs need a diet high in vitamin C. Also guinea pigs can choke on nuts and seeds. Best to stick with guinea pig food for guinea pigs. Try to avoid food with seeds andkernelseven if it isadvertisedfor guinea pigs as it is best to stick with pellets. Guinea pigs have a differentdigestivesystem opposed to hamsters. Be sure to have hay available for guinea pigs for them to graze when they want. Timothy hay is the main part of their diet.AlfalfaHay is best left to baby guinea pigs as it has highcalcium. Orchard hay is well liked among guinea pigs.
The best age to breed your guinea-pigs is 5 months to a year old.
Yes, guinea pigs have delicate spines, which aren't as flexible as hamster spines. If you put a guinea pig in a hamster ball then you can seriously harm their back. Even the ones that say suitable for guinea pigs shouldn't be used.
No, not even hamsters should play in a hamster ball. It frightens them , can effect their eyesight and makes them disorientated. Do NOT put a guinea pig in ANY ball. They do not have the spines that hamsters have. They can break their backs and possibly die. No, because it can hurt their feet.
yes they can guinea pigs can be trained any age but if you train them its best to start young!! : )
Yes. It would be great if Guinea pigs had a cagemate. Guinea pigs are very social animals and need attention all of the time. If they dont get enough attention it could lead to depression. When guinea pigs are depressed, they stop eating and that could lead to Major problems in the long run. If you dont have a cagemate for your guinea pig than you should give your piggy as much attention as possible.Good luck with your piggy!
I Would Say The Best Is Guinea Pigs Because They Are Easy Work And A lot Easier To Handle.
The vein that courses through the guinea pigs paw, is not a main artery in the body, so it will not bleed out. However if you do happen to cut it, it will bleed. The best thing to do is to clean it with a cotton bud/wool ball, and leave it to heal(:
YesA Guinea Pigs Best-Friend Would Be A Rabbit. Especially If Your Guinea Pigs Fight The Rabbit Will Cause A Nice Connecton Through The Hutch Or Cage !!!!x