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Play time?

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Question
Dear Matt,

    My Guinea Pigs have been putting on some weight. Should I exercise them more? If so how?
I hope you can help.

       Thanks,
          Katie Triggs

Answer
Katie,

Just watch how much food you give them, and try to cut back a little. Feed healthy things like carrots and parsley. My pigs always get 40-60 minutes a day of play time. I usually bring them to an open space like the living room to let them run around. A healthy diet and a fair amount of exercise are both important.

Good Luck,
Matt