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Newbie with lots of questions.

Mimi Smith

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Hi!
I recently adopted 2 guinea pigs 3 weeks ago. I am really enjoying them. I purchased a C&C cage and change things around each week adding new things, making it bigger. So I have some ?s. For instance: Does moving the cage around okay? I am unsure as to whether I should handle them daily. They seem to be terrified but do settle in when I wrap a towel around them. One even started to doze. Then when I put them back in they run around like crazy which makes me wonder. But then they start nibbling on food which makes me think they are content. I want to do right by them.

I would appreciate any help.:silly:
 

bpatters

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Hi, and welcome to GPC!

If by moving the cage around, you mean moving things that are in it around, that's perfectly fine. If you mean moving the whole cage to different parts of the house, that could put them off a little. But as long as it smells like home (e.g., like them), they should be ok.

Yes, handle them daily, and give them treats while they're on your lap. A grape cut into small pieces makes a wonderful treat, or just give it to them whole. Don't overdo the sugar -- you can just give them part of their daily vegetables that way. Mine also adore dill and cilantro, both good treats.

You can start by reading. First, Guinea Pig Education, Care, Rescue and Adoption at Cavy Spirit -- the articles are down the left side of the page. Next, the stickies on the diet and nutrition forums here, particularly three: Ly's food chart, the discussion thread for the food chart, and the sample menus. Look over the pictures in the photo gallery for ideas on ways to house/entertain your pigs.

And then, post us some pictures so we can see them!
 

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Welcome! I can't wait to see pictures of your piggies.
 
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