The_Cavy_Closet

Pick up guinea pigs with both hands, placing one hand under their hind legs and using the other to support their torso. Hold guinea pigs close to your body so they feel secure and keep a firm grip, so they don’t squirm and fall. Try not to squeeze too hard and always supervise children when they hold your pet.

Hay is the most important thing. The only thing guinea pigs really care about is HAY.  Give them FRESH HAY Every day!  Hay treats!    Hay Toys!     Guinea pigs mostly eat hay, supplemented by pellets, vegetables, and fruit. Every other day, add some salad to their meal with collard greens, zucchini, or shredded carrots. Check the calcium levels of the food you offer. High Vitamin C is great, High Calcium is not great. Check the calcium levels of the food you offer. High Vitamin C is great, High Calcium is not great for your cavy.   Have you ever tried...

  Class Pets, in the classroom Many people believe guinea pigs and classrooms don’t mix and you wont change their minds. Always take care of any of your classroom pets. It's the teacher's responsibility. The best arrangement is a pair of same-sex cavies that are the teacher’s personal pets, returning home with him or her at the end of each week.  Intermittent visits to the classroom are preferable. Less distractions for rewarding day trips and special occasions.  Before you leave any animals in the school overnight check with the building engineer to find out the hottest and coldest temperatures in...

Carefresh Custom is my suggestion for the best odor stopping bedding. It's soft and natural. We don't get the colors or the scented bedding because we want it to be as healthy for them as possible. If you have any suggestions please leave your comments and advice.

  Dandelions Dandelions are a tasty and healthy treat to feed your guinea pig a couple of times a week. The leaves and flowers of this weed are safe for your guinea pig to consume. These weeds are fairly high in vitamin C, which makes them a nutritious little snack for your pet. Dandelions are a free treat for guinea pigs as these weeds grow just about anywhere for you to harvest. Make sure you steer clear of polluted areas, such as road sides, when picking dandelions. You can’t be sure the dandelions growing there haven’t been sprayed with chemicals...