Guinea pigs are also kept quite a lot, mainly because the
humor and agility. Pet guinea pig is good fun for kids and adults. Not
infrequently, those who like to keep guinea pigs for participate in a contest,
especially race. However, many people are reluctant or afraid to keep it for
amusement. Therefore, the rodent's body shape is similar to a rat, but his body
is greater than the rat. For people who want to keep guinea pigs do not require
complex treatment.
If cared for properly, guinea pigs can live long enough to
accompany you for many years. As there are a few tips on caring for your pet
guinea pig that is
-Choosing a Cage
Choose the right cage for your guinea pig. Choose a cage that has enough space for the guinea pig to move around in it comfortably. Minimum cage size standards for the guinea pig should have a size of 91x61x45 cm. And for the size of the circumference of the cage should be 4-5 times the length of guinea pigs while lying down. The cage should be placed in a hidden position and free from direct sunlight. Extreme temperatures can cause stress that can lead to discomfort and even illness. The cage should be put on bricks or mats to avoid the humid during the rainy season.
-Choosing a Cage
Choose the right cage for your guinea pig. Choose a cage that has enough space for the guinea pig to move around in it comfortably. Minimum cage size standards for the guinea pig should have a size of 91x61x45 cm. And for the size of the circumference of the cage should be 4-5 times the length of guinea pigs while lying down. The cage should be placed in a hidden position and free from direct sunlight. Extreme temperatures can cause stress that can lead to discomfort and even illness. The cage should be put on bricks or mats to avoid the humid during the rainy season.
-Beds
Use materials that are not toxic to the base enclosure. Because guinea pigs love to chew and will chew anything that is in the cage. Therefore, provide hay in the cage guinea pigs. Straw is commonly used to make a nest and a snack made by marmot
-Food
Fed guinea pigs every day. Such as vegetables and fruits are very good for his health. There are also foods that guinea pigs can be bought at the store instead of vegetables and fruits.
-Drinking-Water Supply
Always provide fresh water for your guinea pig. The best way is to provide a container of water attached to the container cage. Check the water regularly to ensure no leakage.
-Maintain cleanliness of the cage
Keep your guinea pigs cage. Cleanliness of the base enclosure must be maintained so as to keep dry and clean, and guinea pigs are comfortable and stay warm at night. Cages should be cleaned regularly, this is important especially during the warmer temperature, to prevent the flies come in a cage. In winter, shelter, guinea pigs can become damp and moldy if not cleaned.
Use materials that are not toxic to the base enclosure. Because guinea pigs love to chew and will chew anything that is in the cage. Therefore, provide hay in the cage guinea pigs. Straw is commonly used to make a nest and a snack made by marmot
-Food
Fed guinea pigs every day. Such as vegetables and fruits are very good for his health. There are also foods that guinea pigs can be bought at the store instead of vegetables and fruits.
-Drinking-Water Supply
Always provide fresh water for your guinea pig. The best way is to provide a container of water attached to the container cage. Check the water regularly to ensure no leakage.
-Maintain cleanliness of the cage
Keep your guinea pigs cage. Cleanliness of the base enclosure must be maintained so as to keep dry and clean, and guinea pigs are comfortable and stay warm at night. Cages should be cleaned regularly, this is important especially during the warmer temperature, to prevent the flies come in a cage. In winter, shelter, guinea pigs can become damp and moldy if not cleaned.
-Use Spray Cleaner
Use a spray cleaner that can remove odors, germs and harmful bacteria marmot. Use Spray at the base and the guinea pig in a cage so the cage stays clean all the time.
-Marmot Fur-Care
Marmot fur is relatively short so it does not require an elaborate sweeping like an animal and a long bushy. Marmot fur soft and long it should also be treated so as not to fall off easily. The trick with shampooing marmot fur with special shampoo. Guinea pig skin also needs to be maintained so the softening maintained so that the necessary special shampoo for kittens, guinea pigs nails also need cut for not too long. Activities of guinea been cutting nails can be done once a month to get used guinea pigs and was not surprised.
-Safeguarding the Health-Marmot
Guinea pigs also require daily exercise to keep it healthy. How to make a guinea pig exercise is to create a barrier of pipes, bricks, and other sports as a vehicle for the guinea pig. Guinea pigs love to run around jump over obstacles, even a guinea pig push a little ball.
Use a spray cleaner that can remove odors, germs and harmful bacteria marmot. Use Spray at the base and the guinea pig in a cage so the cage stays clean all the time.
-Marmot Fur-Care
Marmot fur is relatively short so it does not require an elaborate sweeping like an animal and a long bushy. Marmot fur soft and long it should also be treated so as not to fall off easily. The trick with shampooing marmot fur with special shampoo. Guinea pig skin also needs to be maintained so the softening maintained so that the necessary special shampoo for kittens, guinea pigs nails also need cut for not too long. Activities of guinea been cutting nails can be done once a month to get used guinea pigs and was not surprised.
-Safeguarding the Health-Marmot
Guinea pigs also require daily exercise to keep it healthy. How to make a guinea pig exercise is to create a barrier of pipes, bricks, and other sports as a vehicle for the guinea pig. Guinea pigs love to run around jump over obstacles, even a guinea pig push a little ball.