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Is it true or false that guinea pigs got their name in Victorian times they could be bought for one guinea pig?
Yes it is true. They became very popular as pets back then as they are now. They were usually traded for one "Guinea" which was a form of currency. The "Pig" name came from the way they squeal and whistle hence the name "Guinea Pig". They are really called "Cavy's" which is short for a much longer name.
How do you guinea pigs hear?
from thier butts this is true
Can some guinea pigs not get pregnant?
It's true some guinea pigs can't get pregnant. Only if you don't keep her in a cage without any boys!
Why is it not true that when you hold a guinea pig by its tail his eyes don't pop out?
Because guinea pigs don't have tails!
Does two guinea pigs fight?
Sometimes, but if there is two males they always do. That is not true i have too male guinea pigs and they have never fought once. Sometimes guinea pigs fight but don't seperate them because this is natural for them to do. Only seperate them if you think its deadly
How do you train guinea pigs?
You get a treat, then you tell it to do something and then help it out, and then you give it the treat!! ( This is true!)
How do you care for guinea pigs?
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.ukwww.cavymadness.comwww.guineapigsclub.cometc. look up 'guinea pigs' in Google and you will find loads!HOPE I HELPED!!-How do I know this?---I have 7 guinea pigs!!ps dont put two males togather they fight.
Are guinea pigs cute and furry?
Guinea Pigs are a lot more favorable. Hamsters are true escape artists. They can easily escape any cage with wire walls or no ceiling. Guinea Pigs, on the other hand, just need more space, and almost never even attempt to escape. Guinea Pig cages can have no ceiling and wire walls, resulting in a much cheaper cage. Guinea Pigs also have a wider selection of breeds. So, even though they are both similar and most likely equally cute, I prefer Guinea Pigs. I hope this answers your question.
Why are guniea pigs better than hamsters?
I wouldn't say that either is better then the other but guinea pigs are more calm. also hamsters are most likely to bite some people say but they only bite if they are scared so if you don't scare them they won't bite simple. but also hamsters are actually lower in price and don't need that much room which is a plus on their side but they are also nocturnal and guinea pigs are awake during the the day and sleep at night. Another thing is that hamsters are more active then guinea pigs so they tend to run around a lot more but this is not true for all hamsters . guinea pigs on the other hand are mostly not that active but again this is not true for all guinea pigs . but something that is for fact guinea pigs must have another to lie with they can not live alone but with hamsters on the other hand they can live alone but then again that is not really good because if you try to put to hamsters in the same cage your looking for a fight. also if guinea pigs escape they are easier to catch.
Is the idea behind g-force true?
i dont really know but what if they do really use guinea pigs as spies ! :0
Can guinea pigs live to 15?
While it is possible for guinea pigs to live up to 8 years, it would be considered quite rare for them to reach an age of 15. Guinea pigs typically have a lifespan of around 5 to 7 years, but with proper care, some may live slightly longer.
Is it true that if you don't cut your guinea pigs nail they will bleed to death?
no that isn't true. however you shouldn't let them get too long. Bleeding from the nail will occur if when you cut the nail you cut it too short, in most guinea pigs the nail colour changes, it starts off a pinky red colour and then goes to a white/clear colour. Never cut past/onto the pinky red colour. Laura (owner of 3 guinea pigs).
