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With proper care and nutrition guinea pigs can live up to 10 years, though the average is 48 years. Guinea pigs need their nails clipped approximately once a month. Guinea pigs are the only members of the rodent suborder hystricomorpha that are widely used as laboratory animals. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Elseys precious cat, duraforce, eukanuba, fancy feast, feliway, flexi, fluval, free spirit. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A hide box or igloo should be available for hiding. Guinea pigs aspca pet care guides for kids evans, mark on.
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Guinea pigs are social and can be kept with other guinea pigs as long as there is plenty of room watch for aggression. If you have accidentally purchased a missexed pair of guinea pigs and the sow is. Guinea pigs animal planet pet care library free download pdf. Guinea pigs stay clean and rarely need baths, but can be spotcleaned with a damp washcloth or unscented baby wipes if needed. Just make sure they have good pellets to eat and their bedding is kept clean. If you need additional information, refer to the sources section or contact your veterinarian as appropriate.
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M 1007 maple avenue lisle, il 60532 630 7371281 guinea pigs, also known as cavies, are friendly rodents from south america that cavia porcellus were domesticated between 500 and a. Make your guinea pigs live for 7 years or more wilson, donald on. A daily recommended amount of a uniform, fortified food provides. Guinea pigs can catch lice from objects which have been contaminated with lice such as bedding, blankets, furniture and of course, other guinea pigs and animals. General most guinea pigs love to be petted once they are on your lap, but are cautious about being picked up. Pack of 12 care sheets with useful information, checklists to help you keep organised. Care of guinea pigs ness exotic wellness center robert d. Also to help their owners, especially new owners, to take care of these wonderful little animals. Timothy haybased pellets are recommended for adults, and avoid those made with nuts, seeds, dried fruits and corn products.
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