All You Need To Know About Guinea Pigs!

Facts

• The other name for guinea pigs is cavies
• Guinea pigs originate from the grasslands and lower slops of the Andes mountains in South America.
• They are active up to 20 hours a day and only sleep for short periods.
• Piggies are prey animals.
• A male guinea pig is called a boar and a female is called a sow, baby guinea pigs are pups.
• A guinea pigs ears are very sensitive to loud noises.
•  Guinea pigs will fall asleep in your lap if they trust you.
• They like to spend time grooming themselves and each over. 
• Although guinea pigs vision is not that good, they are not colour blind.
• A normal guinea pigs body temperature is 99-103 degrees.

Health Checks

• Check there poops, they should not be runny or smelly and should be shaped like a jelly bean. If there poops are just a bit soft then cut down on there greens for a couple of hours.
• If they squeal while having a wee there could be an infection, if you notice this take them to the vet immediately.
• Front teeth and nails should be checked regularly baring in mind you have to cut your piggies nails weekly.
• Take your guinea pigs to the vets once a year.
• Check there eyes. They should be bright and clear. If