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Guinea Pigs / Guinea Pig Kittens (Simbilisi) Highlights
- Gentle & Sociable Pets: Guinea pigs are known for their docile and friendly nature, making them excellent companions. They often enjoy being handled and can form strong bonds with their owners.
- Require Daily Care: These small animals need daily fresh hay, vegetables, and water. Their enclosures also require regular cleaning to maintain a healthy environment.
- Lifespan & Size: Typically, guinea pigs live for 5 to 7 years, though some can live longer. They usually grow to be about 8 to 12 inches long and weigh between 1.5 to 2.5 pounds.
- Vocal Communicators: Guinea pigs communicate through a variety of sounds, including 'wheeking' when excited or hungry, purring when content, and chirping.
- Social Animals: They are highly social creatures and thrive when kept in pairs or small groups. Keeping a single guinea pig can lead to loneliness and stress.
- Dietary Needs: Their diet primarily consists of high-quality hay, supplemented with fresh leafy greens and a small amount of commercial guinea pig pellets. Vitamin C is crucial for their health.
Description
• Two young guinea pigs (simbilisi) available. • Guinea pigs are social animals, often kept in pairs or groups for their well-being. • They are herbivores, requiring a diet of hay, fresh vegetables, and guinea pig pellets. • Known for their gentle nature, making them suitable pets for families. • Require a spacious cage with bedding, food, and water access. • Estimated age is young (kittens), specific age not provided. • No specific health or vaccination status provided.