Guinea Pigs

Teddy guinea pigs have a dense, curly coat that gives them a fluffy appearance. They have short bodies with rounded features and can come in a variety of colors and patterns. Their fur requires regular grooming to prevent matting.

No, a guinea pig can eat bananas in moderation as a treat without getting ill or dying. However, bananas should only be given occasionally due to their high sugar content. Be sure to wash the fruit thoroughly and remove the peel before offering it to your guinea pig.

To slow down a dwarf hamster, provide a spacious and enriched environment with plenty of hiding spots and toys to explore. Avoid handling them too much and provide a balanced diet to maintain their health. Additionally, ensure they have adequate space to exercise and play.

I would sure hope you didn't second guess that thought. When small animals, such as guinea pigs, become sick they need medical attention asap. They aren't like humans and have large insides, they're very small and could die very easily.

when males are put together they are aggressive. but when females are put together they treat each other like sisters; meaning that they are fairly nice to each other. around humans, most guinea pigs don't bite at all. they are very calm creatures. when excited they will squeal very loudly. when mad they will chatter their teeth.

The oldest ever guinea pig was Nibbles who reached 16 years old

Both male and female guinea pigs have two nipples located on their lower abdomen. These nipples are more prominent in female guinea pigs, as they are used for nursing their young.

No, not unless if they are from the same litter. But; from my experience - I had two from the same litter and they fought all the time. That's when I went out and bought another cage for the other one. I advise you to do the same as well once they get a bit older and more aggressive.. or asap!

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.

To enter your guinea pig into a guinea pig show, you typically need to register for the event and comply with any entry requirements such as vaccinations and health checks. Make sure your guinea pig is groomed and in prime condition for judging on the day of the show. You can contact local guinea pig clubs or organizations to find shows in your area and get more information on how to participate.

The cost of 2 guinea pigs can vary depending on the breed and where you purchase them from. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $20 to $60 per guinea pig. Additionally, you will also need to consider ongoing costs for housing, food, and veterinary care.

Unlike hamsters, guinea pigs aren't nocturnal and don't sleep for long periods. They just take small naps during the day and night. They often don't close their eyes unless they are feeling very relaxed and even then its not very often, as guinea pigs like to be on the alert for danger. Many guinea pigs will just relax and rest their head on the ground, others will be totally relaxed and spread out their hind legs. Here's a couple of photo's of my guinea pigs. In the first photo, Jake is very relaxed and carefree and is just probably thinking 'oh not that camera thing again! :) The second photo shows Peachy relaxing but she's not completely relaxed because she's probably thinking the same as Jake and is being watchful.When a guinea pig is around the age of 4 plus, they tend to rest/sleep more than a younger guinea pig.


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It is recommended to clean your hamster's cage once a week by removing soiled bedding, uneaten food, and any waste. A deep cleaning of the cage, including washing with a pet-safe cleaner, should be done once a month to ensure your hamster's living environment remains clean and odor-free.

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Golden hamsters are generally solitary animals in the wild, preferring to live alone. However, they can be kept together in pairs or small groups if introduced properly and provided with enough space to avoid territorial disputes. It's essential to monitor their behavior closely to ensure they are getting along peacefully.

Yes, guinea pigs can eat crabgrass in moderation. It is important to ensure that the grass has not been treated with any chemicals or pesticides. Introduce it slowly into their diet to prevent any digestive issues.

First, if you just got your hamster 4 weeks ago then it should be alert once you open its cage. Hamsters are very alert animals and can hear just about anything; even though they are tiny creatures. I'm sure you didn't do anything to harm him/her unless if he/she ingested something that you used to clean the cage out with. If you adopted it from someone, then it could have just passed away from old age.

A pig is an animal found in the genus Sus family with an average life span of 8 years. The home of a pig is referred to as a sty or pigpen.

Well, most likely, if there is more than one in a cage, they are happy, because they like having friends. But if if there is just one, it is sad, because it is lonely. Remember: Guinea Pigs are sociable animals. They like having more than one in a cage. They can get very lonely by themselves.

No! guinea pigs should not live with any other rodent than other guinea pigs because they are not fight animals and they will not be able to even defend themselves. also they eat different foods then the other ones. for example if you kept you guinea pig with a rabbit (i know lots of people do and have happy little success stories about it THIS DOES MEAN THAT IT IS GOOD, rabbits can seriously injure your guinea pig with their strong hind legs) and if your guinea pig decides he likes the rabbit food better or the other way around or you just feed them the same kind from the beginning. this is not good because guinea pigs need vitamin C, which there is not enough of in rabbit, hamster, or mouse food. Without vitamin C, guinea pigs can get scurvy.

and with mice the same thing with the food plus the mice might be vicious and attack the guinea pig even if they are social with humans another animal is a different story. if this happened the guinea pig would not be able to defend it self and would get seriously injured or worse killed.

Guinea pigs have excellent hearing and can hear sounds at a higher frequency than humans. They use their sense of hearing to communicate with each other through various vocalizations such as squeaks, whistles, and purring. Loud noises can startle guinea pigs and may cause them stress, so it's important to keep their environment quiet and peaceful.

You need to keep any males out of the same cage that a pregnant female is in. You can keep other females with the pregnant one. If you think you may have a problem with the pregnant one, you can cage her by herself.