can u help me ?

Question
ok well I'm kinda new to guinea pigs and I'm getting 2 between now and January 11th so can you tell me all the main things i need to know and should worry about? plz
a guinea luva,
Vicki

Answer
Hello Vicki,

I can attach a copy of the RGP Care Guide for you. It will give you the basics. If you have anymore questions I'll be happy to answer them.
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Rainbow Guinea Pigs Care Sheet

Guinea Pigs (Cavies) are wonderful pets.  They are very social animals who enjoy the company of humans or other Guinea Pigs.  They are best kept in pairs.  Guinea Pigs rarely bite as long as they are not mistreated.   

Housing

Guinea Pigs need to be kept in well ventilated, draft free, solid bottom cages.  Wire bottom cages can seriously damage your Guinea Pig's sensitive feet.  Their cages must be kept clean and dry or your Guinea Pig may get sick.  Cedar and Pine shavings should be avoided as they have been found to cause liver damage and could kill your Guinea Pig.  A bedding made from paper, aspen shavings, kiln-dried pine, or hay is safer.  IMPORTANT! Guinea Pigs should NOT be housed with rabbits.  For futher information on why visit http://www.rspcareadingguineapigs.co.uk/index_files/Page1693.htm


Feeding

Guinea Pigs need to be fed a diet of timothy-based Guinea Pig food to get the proper nutrition.  They should also have a supply of timothy hay to help with digestion.  IMPORTANT!  Guinea Pigs need Vitamin C or they could get scurvy and eventually die. Most Guinea Pig foods have the Vitamin C required by your pet, other rodent foods do not. They should be fed in a heavy bottomed food dish to prevent them from dumping their food on the bottom of their cage.

Guinea Pigs need a clean, constant supply of water.  This is best given with a hanging water bottle so the Guinea Pig does not soil it's water.  The water bottle should be cleaned regularly with a small baby bottle brush.

Grooming

Guinea Pigs only need baths if they get particularly dirty otherwise they keep themselves clean.  Your Guinea Pig may be brushed with a soft cat brush to remove loose hairs.  Long haired breeds need extensive grooming and are not recommended for beginners.

Handling

Always hold your Guinea Pig with two hands securely and supporting its body.  Children should be supervised while handling any animal.  Guinea Pigs should only be allowed out of their cages and allowed to play under supervision and in enclosed "piggy safe" areas.  
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