There are a record number of unwanted pets in the world. One way to curb the pet overpopulation is by spaying and neutering pets. But suppose the pets you have are guinea pigs. You’d like to get more guinea pigs but do not want to breed. It used to be that you were out of ...
Pet owners love to give their pets treats. Even pets that aren’t going to be trained and therefore have no specific need for rewards, are now getting treats. There are a wide variety of treats available in pet stores today. These treats claim to be made for guinea pigs, but sometimes I wonder if the ...
Domestic guinea pigs or cavies share many differences in appearance from their wild ancestors, but the behaviors are the same. Just as if they were still out in the wild, guinea pigs are always on the lookout for predators. The core personality of the guinea pig is geared to escaping predators. We can use this ...
Thinking about getting a Guinea Pig as a pet? First, there are a few things that every pet owner should know about. Just like a common pet, such as a Dog or Cat, Guinea Pig need the same amount of attention. Guinea Pigs are unlike other small animals, they normally do not bite unless you ...
Potbellied pigs have been domesticated for over 10,000 years. Most are black and wrinkled with sneered faces and small ears. The adults grow to about 200 pounds. Some potbelly pigs have white markings on them, less wrinkled faces and longer noses. The difference is in the breed of the pig. Potbelly pigs are sway-backed with ...