Post by Linda on Feb 27, 2007 11:33:12 GMT -5
Remove soiled bedding, droppings and stale food from the cage daily. Clean the cage completely once a week by replacing dirty bedding and scrubbing the bottom of the cage with warm water. Be sure everything¡¦s dry before adding fresh bedding.
Did you know that guinea pigs teeth grow continuously, just like those of other rodents? That's why it is important that you provide yours with something to gnaw on at all times. Branches and twigs from safe, untreated trees will work, as will any small piece of wood that hasn't been treated with chemicals. Unlimited hay also helps with keeping the teeth well trimmed.
It 's crucial that you get your pets used to you and used to being handled. Start by feeding them small treats. When they're comfortable with that, you can carefully pick up one pig at a time, one hand supporting the bottom, the other over the back.
Once you have hand-tamed your piggies, you should let them run around in a small room or enclosed area to get some additional exercise every day. You will need to carefully check the room for any openings from which the guinea pigs can escape, get lost and possibly end up hurt. Also cover up any wires your guinea pigs could chew on. These animals must be supervised when playing.
Guinea pigs are very conscientious about grooming themselves, but brushing them on a regular basis will help keep their coat clean and remove any loose hairs. Long-haired guinea pigs should be brushed daily in order to prevent tangles and knots from forming.
Did you know that guinea pigs teeth grow continuously, just like those of other rodents? That's why it is important that you provide yours with something to gnaw on at all times. Branches and twigs from safe, untreated trees will work, as will any small piece of wood that hasn't been treated with chemicals. Unlimited hay also helps with keeping the teeth well trimmed.
It 's crucial that you get your pets used to you and used to being handled. Start by feeding them small treats. When they're comfortable with that, you can carefully pick up one pig at a time, one hand supporting the bottom, the other over the back.
Once you have hand-tamed your piggies, you should let them run around in a small room or enclosed area to get some additional exercise every day. You will need to carefully check the room for any openings from which the guinea pigs can escape, get lost and possibly end up hurt. Also cover up any wires your guinea pigs could chew on. These animals must be supervised when playing.
Guinea pigs are very conscientious about grooming themselves, but brushing them on a regular basis will help keep their coat clean and remove any loose hairs. Long-haired guinea pigs should be brushed daily in order to prevent tangles and knots from forming.