Moline Teske's 2423 16th Street 762-7575 |
Bettendorf Teske's 2395 Spruce Hills Dr. 355-7230 |
Guinea Pig Care
Guinea Pigs are normally shy. They seldom bite. Use this guide as a shopping list so you have all the essenials when you take your Guinea Pig home.
Nutrients
Food: Guinea Pig Pellets,Fiesta Blend, Hay |
Vitamins: Avitron. Guinea pigs can't produce their own Vitamin C. They need supplements. |
Salt: Mineral Spool,Colored Salt Spool |
Fresh Fruits & Veggies: The best are Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Spinach Leaves, Corn-On-The Cob, Parsley, Cucumbers, Apples, Romaine Lettuce. |
Treats: Honey Sticks, Seed Treats, Chew Sticks, Corny Cobs, Yogurt Drops |
Grooming
Brushes & Combs: Start Grooming Early! |
Nail Clipper: Just Trim The Tips, |
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Furnishings
Cage: Wire or Glass Aquarium. |
Kritter Keeper: Easier For Travel, Trips To The Vet, Visits Around Town, Cage Cleaning. |
Dishes: Ceramic Dish or Feeder. Water Bottle & Holder. |
Hiding Place: A Little Privacy, Please! House, Igloo |
Bedding: Pine or fluffy bedding. |
Entertainment & Exercise
Toys: Interactive Toys Offer Companionship, Stimulation and Exercise. |
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Books: Books About Guinea Pigs. The More You Know, The More Fun You Will Have! |
Mannerisms
Popcorning: Popcorning Is When A Cavy Jumps Up In The Air For Apparently No Reason. It Means The Guinea Pig Is Content And Happy. |
Wheeking: This Is A Term For The Noise That A Guinea Pig Makes When He Is Excited Or Begging. |
Chirping: Chirping Is Another Form Of Communication That Is A Sign Of Contentment. It Sounds Like A Bird And Can Occur When The Piggy Hears You Open The Refrigerator. |
Purring: Purring Is A Definite Sound Of Joy, Though It Doesn't Sound Like A Cat Purr. |