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Doolittles Homepage Aqaurium Care Budgerigar Care Cat Care ... Site Map Guinea Pigs Pet Care brought to you by Doolittle's Pet Stores... Caring for your Guinea Pig If you are looking for the perfect pet for a small child or for someone that has not kept pets before, then at DOOLITTLE'S we think the guinea pig is just what you are looking for. Guinea pigs are native to South America and were probably first domesticated by the now extinct Incas, they were kept not as pets but for food. Guinea pigs are still found wild in the grasslands and mountains of Peru, Argentina and Uruguay. They were introduced to Europe in the early sixteenth century possibly by the Dutch and were quite rare and valuable. Nobody knows quite how the Guinea pig got its name - it squeals like a small pig and perhaps it was first sold for one guinea, or was it the fact that the ships sailed to Europe from Guiana on the South American coast and as so often happens, words get changed. Guinea pigs are rodents, their closest relative is not the rat, but the porcupine!

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Dog Cat Bird Rabbit ... Rat Guinea Pig The 411 Scientific name: Cavia porcellus Size: The average pig weighs about two pounds. Lifespan: Five to seven years Colors/varieties: Lots of variations, from brown spotted and black banded to pure golden and all-white. If your pig's no porker, then what is she? A guinea pig is a rodent, just like mice, rats and hamsters. She has short legs and a plump body, and a tummy that's so big her back legs have to point sideways to fit around it! It's not that she's overweightlike all guinea pigs, she needs a big stomach to digest all the tough plant food she eats. The three most common breeds of guinea pig are the smooth-coated, who has short, glossy fur; the Abyssinian, whose hair grows in fluffy tufts all over her body; and the Peruvian, who has long, silky hair that flows to the ground. Guinea pigs are social, and if you keep two or more females together, they'll become great friends. If you want two males, it's smart to choose two babies from the same litter. Groups of adult males tend to fight, so we suggest a pair of females for first-time piggy caretakers. more>> The 411 Chow Time!

13. KENT COAST CAVY CLUB Promotes the welfare and care of pet cavies (guinea pigs) in East Kent.  It holds several shows a year, culminating in the trophy show in December. http://www.stelling-minnis.co.uk/kent-coast-cavy-club.htm

STELLING MINNIS VILLAGE WEB SITE KENT COAST CAVY CLUB Return to home page Return to Index and Contents Return to clubs list Contact Kent Coast Cavy Club - cavydover@aol.com Jump to: What is a Cavy About the club Preparing your Cavy for a show Show dates ... Show schedule Q : What is a Cavy? A : A Guinea pig! Back to top ABOUT THE CLUB The Kent Coast cavy club exists to promote the welfare and care of pet cavies (guinea pigs) in East Kent. It holds several shows a year, culminating in the trophy show in December. All shows are open to both members and non members. Some shows also include a newcomers pet (guinea pig) show which is held after lunch and for which entries can be made on the day. All shows include sale pens , where both members and non members may sell surplus stock - a small commission is charged which goes to the Kent Coast Cavy Club funds. With the exception of the newcomers pet shows (see below) entries must be made by the show closing date, which is normally 10 days before the actual show. For details of showing guinea pigs and how to enter the Club shows or on the club itself , contact

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Guinea Pigs As Pets Ron Hines DVM PhD 10/10/04 Guinea pigs make wonderful pets. Guinea pigs are called pocket pets. Guinea pigs are not expensive to obtain as pets. Pet guinea pigs become very affectionate. Pet guinea pigs are the only rodent that requires vitamin C. Pet guinea pigs are very gentle. Pet guinea pigs do well on dry guinea pig pellets and vitamin C suplement. Pet female guinea pigs become pregnant at a very early age. Pet guinea pigs come in a wide variety of colors and hair conformation. Guinea pigs do not make good pets for small children. pet guinea pigs are best bought when they are as big as the palm of your hand. Pet guinea pigs can be taught a variety of tricks. Pet guinea pigs can be taught to come when called. Carrots can be used as treats for pet guinea pigs. Iceburg lettuce is not a suitasble diet for pet guinea pigs. Like swine, boy guinea pigs are called boars and females sows. Adult female guinea pigs weigh about a pound (450gms) while males weight in at about a pound and a half (700gm). They come in four basic varieties, long and shorthair, straight and swirled and an endless variety of colors. With good care and proper diet, guinea pigs should live 4-7 years. A few will reach 8 years of age. Choosing The Right Guinea Pig: If you decide to purchase two pigs, make them both immature females. Males are more active than females and grow up larger. They also have more odor. If you purchase a male and a female you will have to have the male neutered or be resigned to endless litters of baby pigs and a shortened female lifespan. Females can become pregnant as early as two months of age so it is quite common for them to be already pregnant when you purchase them at a pet shop. If no males are present, there is no need to spay a female. Spaying a female guinea pig is considerably more expensive than neutering a male.

15. How To Care For Guinea Pigs guinea pigs are happiest when with other guinea pigs, so many pet care books urge owners to keep two or more together. Choose pairs that are the same sex http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/rabbit_horse_and_other_pet_care/how_to_care_fo

Pet Care All in a Day's Work: How to Turn a Love of Animals into a Career Allergies to Pets Animal Angel: How You Can Help Neighborhood Critters In Need ... Videos Receive action alerts, tips, news and special offers via e-mail. Home Pets Pet Care Rabbit, Horse, and Other Pet Care How to Care for Guinea Pigs How to Care for Guinea Pigs Animal Aid Adapted from Animal Sheltering Magazine A descendant of the wild guinea pigs of South America, today's domesticated guinea pig is viewed by many as an "easy" pet for children. Many parents select a guinea pig as a first pet for their child, believing a small pet needs only a small amount of care. It is important to understand that these little guys have lots of requirements, including a roomy cage, specialized diet, daily cleanup, and gentle handling, and that an adult should be the primary caretaker. 1. Make Room at the Inn They may be small, but guinea pigs require ample space to move about. Make sure their living quarters are at least 18 inches wide, 14 inches high, and 25 inches deep. Guinea pigs housed in larger cages are more likely to be active. Do not use aquariums, as they provide poor ventilation, and mesh or wire-floor cages hurt guinea pigs' tender feet. Remember also to provide plenty of high-quality hay, which these rodents use for nesting and snacking. Do not use materials such as sawdust, cedar chips, or fabrics that may cause respiratory or other health problems. Finally, provide your guinea pig with a gnawing log (such as an untreated fruit tree branch), tunnels to crawl through, and platforms to climb on. Add a heavy food bowl resistant to tipping and gnawing and a water bottle with a sipper tube.

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Pet Care Issues Affecting Our Pets Pet Adoption Information Animal Shelters ... Videos Receive action alerts, tips, news and special offers via e-mail. Home Pets Pet Care Pet Care Pet Care Whether you're looking for general pet-care guidelines, hints on finding pet-friendly rental housing, information on the importance of spaying or neutering, or advice on coping with the death of your beloved companion, you've come to the right place. Our pet-care information will help you develop and maintain a long and rewarding relationship with your animal companion. All in a Day's Work: How to Turn a Love of Animals into a Career Many people have a love for animals, but those looking for work in the humane field need more. They need experience, education, and a whole lot of patience. Let us help. more Allergies to Pets For many, the benefits of animal companionship outweigh the drawbacks of pet allergies. Following these guidelines can help you coexist with your pet, even if you have allergies. more Animal Angel: How You Can Help Neighborhood Critters In Need Whether an injured dog along the highway or a stray cat in your neighborhood, free-roaming animals are in danger and need your help. Learn how to lend a hand.

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Care of Guinea Pigs last update 11/12/99 Index General Information Veterinary Medical Problems Pneumonia Handling and Restraint ... Vital Statistics General Guinea pigs are hystricomorph rodents (related to chinchillas and porcupines) that originated from the Andes Mountains region of South America. They were probably first domesticated by the Indians of Peru, who used them for food and as sacrificial offerings to their gods. In the 16th century Dutch explorers introduced guinea pigs to Europe, and selective breeding and captive rearing began in earnest. Guinea pigs are very popular pets because of their availability, docile temperaments, tendency not to bite or scratch when handled, and relatively clean habits. They are not long-lived, which can be disconcerting to owners (especially children). Many parents, however, believe that having their children experience the relatively short period of companionship and subsequent death is a meaningful way to expose children to the "ups and downs" of life. In their natural habitat, guinea pigs live in open, grassy areas. They seek shelter in naturally protected areas or burrows deserted by other animals. Guinea pigs are sociable animals and tend to live in groups. They are strictly herbivorous (plant-eating) and do most of their foraging for grasses, roots, fruits and seeds in the late afternoon and early evening.

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Home Mission Veterinarians Staff ... Awards Pet Care Veterinary Hospital Birds Cats Dogs Exotics ... Reptiles Guinea Pigs Guinea pigs are popular pets for many reasons. They are docile and friendly, and once tamed, they seem to enjoy interaction with their owners. They make ideal first pets for older children, because they are easy to care for and rarely bite. A guinea pig does not require a lot of space, so it is an ideal pet for a child's bedroom or for a person living in an apartment. The guinea pig's life span of 3-5 years is longer than that of smaller rodents such as hamsters, gerbils, rats, and mice. Another name for the guinea pig is "cavy" from its scientific name, Cavia porcellus. Guinea pigs are rodents from South America, which were initially tamed by the Incas of Peru. The most common varieties of guinea pigs found in pet stores today are the English shorthaired, the Peruvian longhaired, and the Abyssinian rough-haired. Newer strains of longhaired cavies include the smooth-coated Silkies and the rough-haired Woolies. Many guinea pigs kept as pets are actually "mixed breeds." The various types of guinea pigs can be found in numerous colors and color combinations. The guinea pig's long gestation period (length of pregnancy) of 59-72 days is similar to that of dogs and cats rather than the other members of the rodent family (e.g., rats, mice, hamsters, and gerbils) that typically have a 21-to-28 day gestation period. This longer period results in well-developed (precocial) offspring that have open eyes and full hair coats when born and eat solid food within several days. The average litter size is 2 to 4. The female guinea pig should be bred before the age of 6 months. After that time, pelvic structures fuse, and giving birth will be difficult if not impossible.

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