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Guinea pigs were first introduced as domestic pets by traders in the Netherlands in 1670.

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Where does the guinea pig originate?

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Is guinea pig a noun?

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Why are guinae pigs guinae pigs?

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If a male guinea pig was on a female guinea pig for 2 seconds would it become pregnant?

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Which animal is native of the Andes Mountains Horse Guinea Pig or Tiger?

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Can a 2 year old male guinea pig mate with a 5 month old female guinea pig?

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