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American Guinea Pig Caring
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About American Guinea Pig • The guinea pig or domestic guinea pig, also known as cavy or domestic cavy, is a species of rodent belonging to the family Caviidae and the genus Cavia. Despite their common name, guinea pigs are not native to Guinea, nor are they closely biologically related to pigs, and the origin of the name is still unclear.
Guinea Pics The guinea pig or domestic guinea pig, also known as cavy or domestic cavy, is a species of rodent belonging to the family Caviidae and the genus Cavia. Despite their common name, guinea pigs are not native to Guinea, nor are they closely biologically related to pigs, and the origin of the name is still unclear
Guinea pig Caring • Your guinea pig’s home • What you’ll need: • Solid-bottom cage (minimum 24 x 12 x 12 inches) • Water bottle • Food bowl • Hay rack • A hide house (store-bought, or use a small flower pot) • Chew toys • Aspen, pine, or recycled paper bedding (but NOT cedar – it’s toxic for your pet!) • Timothy hay, orchard grass, or oat grass