kathlaaron
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Cavy Slave
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- Joined
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Hello there everyone ! I am a first time owner of two precious baby girl piggies, Cuddles and Buttercup. I got Cuddles first, on Dec.7th, when she was 6 weeks old. Originally, I had only planned on getting one piggie..but soon quickly learned that since they are highly social animals, that getting her a buddy or friend was crucial to her well being and happiness. SO.. on Dec 20th, I purchased another female ( 6 weeks old ) named Buttercup. They get along very well and are both doing great ! ( However, Buttercup did come down with an ear infection a few weeks ago, so we took her to a really nice vet who gave us medicine for her, and now my baby is all better !) I am so in love with my new piggies and am trying my very best to do well by them. However, I do have a question. I have done loads of research, and it is my understanding that pellets are suppose to be 90% of their dietary needs.....but my girls hardly eat any of their pellets !! Funny..but, I almost get the "feeling" that they are just waiting for the good stuff, you know ?! I am now thinking I should cut back a bit on their veggies and fruits....hoping that this will encourage them to eat more of their ( boring, I suppose..) pellets. Any thoughts or ideas anyone ?