Never trust a squirrel by patrick cooper, guinea pig in the garage by ben m. Breeders are your best option if looking for a showquality pig, a specific breed, and even petquality pigs. Your guinea pig will love all the food you offer, but if sits in their bowl for more than four hours, its time to take it away. The reader will be a detective, assigned to investigate and work out whether a guinea pig is right for them based on its needs and, if not, identify what pet is a more appropriate choice.
They originate from the grasslands and lower slopes of the andes mountains in south america. Do some research and get online for the most current. She has acclimated in to the family very well, and we learned a lot about pet pigs from reading this book. The book includes a virtual pet research section where children are encouraged to live with an imaginary guinea pig with a real pets needs for a month before.
The british columbia society for the prevention of cruelty to. All cages should be escape proof with a solid bottom to prevent leg and feet injuries. Within the story there are mystery elements that the children may look to the illustrations in efforts to solve the mystery which makes reading this book fun 1. Website 3 print out a guinea pig fact sheet with photos and care advice.
Live animals not available at all locations, please contact your local pet supplies plus for details. To print out or view a fun guide, click on guinea pig care guide. Care pamphlet this handy two page brochure is available to download and distribute pending email notification. The guinea pig guide cutely comprehensive guinea pig. The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with fullcolor photographsnow revised and redesigned to be even more readerfriendly. Greens contribute to hydration and provide necessary vitamins and minerals, as well as enrichment. Guinea pig pet friendly available for download and read online in other formats. Also, clean food and water containers dailyand change their bedding once a month. Small pet animals, such as hamsters, rabbits, and guinea pigs, are cute but need time and care.
Guinea pigs mostly eat hay, supplemented by pellets, vegetables and fruit. A therapy setting where the guinea pigs had the possibility of retreat back into the cage if they wished, because the guinea pig came onto a pet bed on the table in front of the cage to interact. Website 1 a question and answer guide to how to care for guinea pigs. Quarantine any new cavy for 2 to 3 weeks behind closed. We were very thankful to stumble upon this book while researching pet pigs online, and have had a very successful integration because of it. Here at the animal welfare league qld, we are very proud of our guinea pig adoption program and the way in which our piggies are cared for and nurtured. Greens fresh greens are a vital part of your pet s daily diet. With over 100 pages filled to the brim with information and adorable illustrations, the guinea pig guide makes it easy to learn everything you need to know to give your guinea pig a long, happy, healthy life.
After your initial grant, you are eligible to receive the sustaining grant. Most guinea pig care books seemed to be aimed at children, but this one is aimed for more mature guinea pig caretakers. Soon enough, parents and children discover that this new companion animal requires substantially more care than the childs favorite stuffed toy. The complete beginners guide to guinea pig care and facts how to care for guinea pigs, guinea pig facts book 1 rabbits care secrets. An illustrated look at colors and breeds the story of how guinea pigs were domesticated advice on selecting a guinea pig pointers on feeding, grooming, and health tips on understanding guinea pig behavior fun activities to. The average weight of a guinea pig ranges from 500900 grams 12 pounds. How to care for guinea pigs with pictures wikihow pet.
We do, instead, have great guinea pig cage ideas from other guinea pig owners. Check with your qualified exotics veterinarian for a full list of appropriate greens. The complete beginners guide to guinea pig care and facts. Guinea pigs guinea pigs welfare tips, advice, health. Based on the health chart in katrin behrands guinea pigs. My daughter did her presentation on the care of a guinea pig. At a time when millions of families are cutting back on spending, this years pig book shows that politicians in washington still refuse to make tough choices and sacrifice their pet projects. Like any pet, youll notice that guinea pigs have adorable quirks and can be very energetic, though a little less than mice or hamsters. A descendant of the wild guinea pigs of south america, todays domesticated guinea pig is viewed by many as an easypet for children. I had often heard people talk about the guinea pig family pet guide by peter gurney. Fresh fruit and vegetables feed at least one cup of fresh vegetables per guinea pig daily.
Require 30 to 50 mg of vitamin c daily from highquality food, vitamin. Guinea pig manual topics are available on the main menu. However, handbooks have a larger page count and with it, more extensive and detailed coverage of each titles subject pet. It is a book that is beloved by guinea pig owners and many have said it is one of the best out there. Rescues, pet stores, and new pet owners will find great advice for getting a guinea pig off to a good start. Chlamydophila caviae, referred to also as chlamydia caviae historically, formerly chlamydia psittaci, is a gramnegative, obligate intracellular bacterium, and is the causative agent of guinea pig inclusion conjunctivitis gpic schmeer et al. Download pdf guinea pig pet friendly book full free. The biology of the guinea pig focuses on the use of the guinea pig as a substrate in research.
Here is information and advice on keeping healthy guinea pigs as household pets. These pets need a comfortable, dry home such as a hutch or cage and a safe space to exercise. Guinea pig parkour a handdrawn 2d platformer adventure by. Grass hay and fresh, clean water should be available to your pet at all times. I can provide daily supervised time for my guinea pig outside of its enclosure i can commit to taking appropriate care for my guinea pig an adult can provide primary care for this pet average size. Guinea pigs animal planet pet care library and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle.
An illustrated look at colors and breeds the story of how guinea pigs were domesticated advice on selecting a guinea pig pointers on feeding, grooming, and health tips on understanding guinea pig behavior. The book gives clear simple and pertinent information. Shelters have guinea pigs more often than you might think. The guinea pig care chart is a great tool for parents and children that have gotten a new pet. Pdf guinea pig pet friendly download full pdf book. They communicate by making various sounds that have different meanings and popcorn, or jump in the air, when happy. Keeping and caring for a pet guinea pig the spruce pets. The author discusses feeding, breeding, caging, health care, and much more. Guinea pig, pet shop private eyeseries overdrive rakuten. Visit your local library to see what they have to offer but keep in mind that even new books can include outdated or inappropriate advice. Shavings such as aspen, pine or pelleted or recycled paper is recommended. The pet supplies plus grant is a one time only grant. Compressed bales of hay can be purchased at pet stores or purchased. This book provides a comprehensive coverage of material related to applied care and management of guinea pigs and their diseases.
If youve been browsing the animal shelter or pet websites and cant resist the adorable furry face of those guinea pigs. Apr 27, 2020 everything from historical guinea pig, plus a pdf of the entire guinea something good comic archive, a pdf of my unfinished graphic novel notes from outerworld, and a digital pack of all the guinea something good animated shorts. Take your guinea pig for a checkup if it displays any of these. Wire bound, clear cover, green 24 pound cover sheets, 6 plain paper text sheets, 6 plain paper weighttreatment sheets. My documentszoe fileseducationguinea pig info introduction congratulations on the adoption of your guinea pig. Check your local petsmart banfield pet hospital to see if a small pet vet is on staff. This is a great way to give a guinea pig a second chance at life.
This was achieved by a guinea pig with a very suitable name flash. Guinea pigs are social companion animals that require daily interaction. The longest jump by a guinea pig was achieved by a scottish guinea pig called truffles, who cleared a gap of 48cm in 2012. Discounted cavy health record book no longer available on guinea lynx. From cage setup to a healthy guinea pig diet, create a happy home for your small pet. The first part of the name may have been derived from the price of the animal in 16th and 17thcentury englandthat is, possibly one guineaor it may have arisen from the animals being carried to european markets after first being transferred to ships in ports in guinea. Do you have a pet guinea pig in your room or are thinking about getting one. Coroplast is a plastic coating on squarefoot grids, like corrugated plastic. Breeders are your best option if looking for a showquality pig, a specific breed, and even pet quality pigs. Guinea pigs are active up to 20 hours per day and sleep only for short periods. Health problems in guinea pigs vca animal hospital. Yes, they do roll in mud, but only because they cant sweat like people do.
Guinea pig treats book about guinea pigs cages should be approximately 30l x 15w x 15h. A good book on cavy care will help to answer questions about your pet. Pdf of the entire guinea something good comic archive. Citizens against government wastes cagw 2018 congressional pig booki want to thank tom and all of the cagw team for all the great work that you do exposes 232 earmarks in fy 2018, an increase of 42.
Chlamydophila caviae an overview sciencedirect topics. If you dont know that a vegetable is safe to feed, dont feed it. Here at the animal welfare league qld, we are very proud of our guinea pig adoption program and the way in which our piggies are cared. The complete beginners guide to guinea pig care and facts how to care for guinea pigs, guinea pig facts book 1. An easy to read, fully illustrated, downloadable book that helps piggie parents of all experience levels learn all about their cavy companions and how to care for them. Shop guinea pig food guinea pig behavior, sounds and personality.
Little critters need checkups just like any other family pets. A beginners guide to guinea pig care furry friends youtube. If you are willing to give your guinea pig a good home with proper food, attention, living space, grooming, and veterinary care, you will be rewarded with a happy, healthy, cute, and fun guinea pig. A good breeder will make sure the babies are socialized well and handled from an early age. Guinea pig fiction 22 books meet your next favorite book. Hamster and cheese guinea pig, pet shop private eye series book 1. Stephanie yue illustrator 2010 and then there were gnomes guinea pig, pet shop private eye series book 2 colleen af venable author stephanie yue illustrator 2014 the ferrets a foot guinea pig, pet shop private eye series. This isnt the best book on guinea pig care ive read that would be books by peter gurney but this is still very good and may be easier to find than peter gurney books. Feed unlimited amounts of hay and 18 cup of pellets per day as well. Guinea pig, pet shop private eye has 7 entries in the series overdrive rakuten overdrive borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide.
Website 2 more tips, advice and simple ideas on how to keep guinea pigs healthy and happy. Take your guinea pig to a vet a few days after coming home, then schedule checkups once a year. Because all small animals are potential carriers of infectious diseases, such as lymphocytic. The most common types of guinea pigs are the english or american shorthair, the peruvian longhaired, and the abyssinian swirled hair. The illustration allows parents the ability to provide the proper care tasks to their child so that they clearly understand the care required for their new pet. Guinea pigs are diurnal and most active during the day. Guinea pigs tab book guinea pig history close read 4 common guinea pig breeds flaps observation journal pages 1 for 1 guinea pig and 1 for 2 guin. Guinea pig pellets are the basis of your pets diet. Jan 01, 1997 the guinea pig is on a quest to find out who is eating the pet shop owner, mr.
Why not view our full guinea pig factfile pdf 44kb. A wellness check will familiarize the vet with your pet and give you a chance to ask. This website is created for all of you guinea pig caretakers. Apr 15, 2005 the authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with fullcolor photographsnow revised and redesigned to be even more readerfriendly. My documentszoe fileseducation guinea pig info introduction congratulations on the adoption of your guinea pig. Pet handbooks are written, designed, and illustrated in much the same attractive style as b.
Timothy haybased pellets are recommended for adults, and avoid those made with nuts, seeds, dried fruits and corn products. A beginners guide to guinea pig care furry friends. Pot bellies and other miniature pigs complete pet owners. We frequently revisit the book when we have questions or concerns about our pig. Lauries dreams had been shattered before she came to work at crystal peaks youth ranchthe ranch of rescued dreamswhere broken horses and broken children encounter healing every day. Care of the pet guinea pig native to south america, the guinea pig is a lively, lovable rodent that requires relatively easy care. All private brand products carry a 100% moneyback guarantee. You may not apply for the pet supplies plus grant more than once. Check out this fun interactive notebook unit on guinea pigs. This page contains general information about guinea pig care. Guinea pigs are small pets, but they require plenty of space, time, effort, and human interaction. Kids pet care charts caring for a guinea pig kid pointz.
Explore the petco resource center for guides and tips on raising your new pet. Pig fact sheet despite their reputation, pigs have many positive attributes including cleanliness, intelligence, and a social nature. This updated edition for guinea pig owners provides a wealth of information on the animals anatomy and life cycle, plus advice. The origin of the colloquial name guinea pig is a subject of much debate. Shop for toys, food, and other items to help your new hamster feel right at home. If available, pigs, who are excellent swimmers, prefer water. They are very active and love to play, and toys keep them busy.
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