hello..my name is judy..i live in nassau county new york..been raising guinea pigs for over 30 years!! i presently own 3..a young boar named sparky...a young sow named candy lou, and an older sow named daisy..lol daisy has mites and mange and is presently under our vet's care...the other 2 are doing great!! all 3 each have their own cage. i change my cages everyday, bedding twice a day, dishes washed every week..water changed everyday, vitamins are given daily by mouth everyday.ears are cleaned, coats brushed,claws trimmed..alot of work, but well worth it!! used to have 7 guinea pigs at one time..all females..NOW THAT WAS ALOTTA WORK!! love my guinea pigs...would not own any other pet!!!ptimist: