Author: Tarra Freel, MS | Nutrition & Research Manager – Specialty Pets, Compana Pet Brands In the wild, ancestors of pet guinea pigs spend many of their waking hours foraging for food and consuming large amounts of diverse vegetation [3][5][6]. In fact, guinea pigs must have a steady supply of fiber from plant materials to …
Myth #1: Guinea pigs can live in a small cage. This is completely incorrect! Many enclosures sold at retailers that are said to be “guinea pig friendly” are far too small. Typically, one guinea pig needs 7.5 cubic feet of enclosure space to remain happy and healthy—the number of cubic feet increases for every additional …
by Dianne Cook, LVT If you’ve ever witnessed a rabbit or rodent eating in the wild, you’ve may have noticed their meals don’t always come easy. Instead, they use their keen senses and naturally athletic bodies to seek out and dig up or stretch to reach the very best morsels. On the opposite spectrum, our …
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Author: Dianne Cook, LVTUpdated: June 6, 2023 Let’s face it, small mammals have garnered a reputation for being destructive. In reality, most of the destructive behaviors small mammals express are simply a way of them communicating that something in their environment isn’t working. If you’re like most pet owners, you desire to provide your regal …
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by Dr. Cayla Iske, PhD Small mammal pets are living longer lives in recent years thanks in large part to improved veterinary care and nutrition. This added time with our little loved ones brings a new set of potential health issues with it, however. As any animal ages its physiological systems can become more inefficient …
by Dianne Cook, LVT There are few things as rewarding as sharing your life with small mammals. Their quirky personalities, silly hijinks, and unconditional love fill our lives with purpose and companionship. As the years pass, however, and their little bodies age, it can be difficult watching our beloved fur babies face new hurdles and …
An enriched guinea pig is a happy guinea pig! Keeping boredom at bay can be easy and affordable with a fun rotation of toys and accessories. Guinea pigs have instinctual behaviors that should be met daily, including: Exploring – Guinea pigs adore exploring and discovering new things! Physical activity and mental stimulation are key in keeping …
Updated: June 7, 2023 Whether your guinea pig is very young and has never eaten fortified food before, or if your adult guinea pig is suddenly refusing their fortified food, ensuring that your pet eats their daily allotment of pellets is vital. Fortified food contains many vitamins and minerals not found in your guinea pig’s …
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Updated: June 8, 2023 Whether your rabbit or guinea pig is a picky eater or the type of pet that eats all types of hay with unbridled enthusiasm, it’s always a good idea to select the freshest hay possible. Fresh, premium hay is most likely to be consumed regularly by small pets such as rabbits, …
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Updated: June 1, 2023 Whether you are thinking about adopting a guinea pig or already have several in your family, it’s essential to understand the typical lifespan of guinea pigs and the different stages of a guinea pig’s life. In this article, we will explore the following important topics related to the life of a …
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