Moline Teske's

2423 16th Street

762-7575

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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,

 

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.

 

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.