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__**Guinea Pigs**__
//**Guinea Pigs make great companions! They are great pets and are very social animals. They are easy to care for but require special attention. Here is a short intro into caring for your new pet!**//

__**HOUSEING:**__


 * Females should be housed with females and if housing two males, they should be from the same litter.
 * Guinea pigs require at least a 4 square foot cage with a solid bottom.
 * Glass aquariums should not be used because they provide poor ventilation.
 * Cage should be lined with animal-safe materials like woodshavings or other forms of cage lining purchased from any pet store. Cedar or pine chips can be dangerous to Guinea Pigs.
 * They also require a place to sleep like a small plastic hut. Small flower pots also work well for sleeping areas.
 * For more information about housing your guinea pig please follow this link: []media type="youtube" key="1D29WcRyUP0" height="315" width="420"

__**FEED:**__
 * Guinea Pig food pellets - Purchased at any pet food supplier
 * Should be fed twice a day
 * Small amounts of fruits and vegetables should be given in addition to pellet food.[[image:http://www.guinealynx.info/images/jpjhooper.jpg align="right" caption="from http://www.guinealynx.info/diet.html"]]
 * Grass hay should be available at all times
 * Vitamin C rich foods should be given as well.
 * Water should be given in a drip water bottle which can be purchased at any pet store
 * Fresh cold water should be given daily


 * __CARE:__**
 * Change soiled bedding daily.
 * Clean cage completely once a week, scrub bottom with warm water
 * Guinea pig's teeth grow constantly so be sure to provide something to gnaw on like branches or specialized toys purchased from a pet store
 * Small amounts of exercise should be given daily in small enclosed spaces
 * Long haired guinea pigs should be brushed on a daily basis but short hair guinea pigs may also be brushed.
 * Be sure to take your pet to your veterinarian if anything about it looks suspicious or if it develops sneezing, coughing, diarrhea or lethargy.
 * Guinea pigs also require nail trimming - human nail trimmers work well
 * or more info on nail trimming see the following link: []

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