This article is to provide some information about guinea pigs, especially as you should be to take them right at home. You will learn some of the basic needs of these little creatures, and some of their behaviors that you should consider. So just read along and enjoy.
Guinea pigs are scientifically named as Cavia porcellus, and in some countries they are called cavies. Despite its English name, these creatures are not pigs or something to do with pigs, but they belong to the family of rodents more. They did not originally come from Papua New Guinea, as what many people think, but they were first discovered in South American countries. Now they are found almost worldwide, and there are many species of these creatures that thrive in the tropical countries of Asia, Australia and Africa.
Before they were domesticated, these gentle creatures were first used as a folk medicine. Some cultures believe that their flesh and blood can cure a lot of disease states and to drive away evil spirits. On the other hand, in most countries they are as royal pets and many rulers see it as their favorite pets because of their modest way considered.
Today, anyone can have guinea pigs as pets. However, it is not easy to take care of them. You have to master some of these important information about guinea pigs:
You make a lot of sounds and each of these means something. A Purr, for example, means that they enjoy the company of their Lord or the food they eat. However, a rattling sound is a warning sign that they perceived danger. They make a squeaky sound when pain or sick, and a growl when they are angry.
Their natural diet is grass, and feed them with fresh grass hay will make them happy. But they also eat fresh fruits and vegetables, such as corn, broccoli, apples, pears, seedless grapes, celery and parsley. But since then people have a new kind of food was tamed developed, and these are pellets. These are made of hay and they are enriched with essential vitamins and minerals.
You do not want to live with other rodent pets, such as hamsters. They are uncomfortable when around their house. Different types Often they feel isolated and depressed because they think that the other creature are favored. There are also some cases that they either die, because the feeling of seclusion, or they were infected by the diseases of other species.
There is still a problem, especially between animal rights activists and some scientists on the use of guinea pigs as experimental animals. They are usually in subjects for vaccines and other medicines turned studies.
Although they are already considered some of the best pets, as some countries of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia and consider them as part of their diet.
These are just some of the information on guinea pigs, which opens your awareness to these gentle creatures. More knowledge about them will help you, they love more and take care of them properly.
