PRINCESS - Female Guinea Pig (Pittsburgh, PA)

PRINCESS - Female Guinea Pig

ADOPT PRINCESS A 1 YEAR OLD FEMALE GRAY AND WHITE GUINEA PIG HOUSING They might be small but guinea pigs require ample space to move. Guinea pigs housed in larger cages are more likely to be active. Do not use aquariums and mesh or wire-floor cages hurt guinea pigs tender feet. Keep in mind that guinea pigs will chew on just about anything to wear down their constantly growing teeth so everything placed in the cage must be nontoxic. Use plenty of lining material-shredded ink-free paper or commercial nesting materials available at pet-supply stores because guinea pigs will use the material as both bedding and bathroom. 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.DIET Feed your guinea pig a commercial guinea pig food formulated especially for the species. They require a lot of vitamin C so you should provide green leafy vegetables such as collards and romaine lettuce. Be sure to observe for any digestive changes after each addition before making that item a permanent part of the animal s diet. Treat guinea pigs to fruits (but remove the seeds they are toxic). Remember also to provide plenty of high-quality hay which they use for nesting and snacking. Do not use materials such as sawdust pine or cedar chips or fabrics that may cause respiratory or other health problems. KEEPING CLEAN Guinea pigs try their best to keep clean fastidiously grooming themselves with their front teeth tongue and back claws. But pigs do require brushing and combing to stay clean and tangle-free. Also because their cage lining doubles as bedding and toilet guinea pigs require daily housekeeping assistance. Scrub and disinfect the cage then let it dry before lining the floor with fresh bedding and replacing the cage furnishings. Also clean the water bottle daily to prevent buildup of food algae and bacteria.HANDLING Guinea pigs are easily stressed so they require careful handling. To pick up a guinea pig slowly place one hand under his chest just behind the front legs and gently cup your other hand under his hindquarters. Once you have a firm but gentle grip on the animal lift him. Then immediately pull him close to your chest or lap so he feels safe and doesn t thrash around.Guinea Pig Adoption Fee 10.00(does not include cage)... More Info