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HappyHopperz

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@Narwhals Rock: Glad I could contribute and revive the thread. Good idea; everyone is lost for ideas sometime. :)

[MENTION=1422]piggie[/MENTION] Addict; Thank you! Jupi is a girl, and I'll definitely pass along to her that she has fans! :p
 

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Thanks, [MENTION=18874]HappyHopperz[/MENTION]! I was looking online before I got my pigs, and just COULDN'T find anything suitable... Even on the forum!

[MENTION=21556]CritterSlave[/MENTION], thanks for those! There's always SOMETHING to add... Once I get another post with an idea or 2, I'll add those in there...
 

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Things I thought of to add:

-Aspen, Care-fresh or kiln-dried pine shavings
-Human toenail clippers or bird toenail clippers
-flour or corn starch instead of Quik-Stop

That's it. The list looks great! :)
 

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Perfect! Thanks [MENTION=19078]OllieandFriends[/MENTION]! I will add those onto the list later tonight, when I have more time... Along with [MENTION=18874]HappyHopperz[/MENTION] suggestions...
 

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You could also add guinea pig shampoo and a 'chew toy' to the list - I got Noah and Elmo a wooden tunnel and they like to gnaw on it sometimes
 

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also maybe this list could be expanded to other methods of care, like what to do with the supplies - e.g how to bathe your guinea pig, how to cut their nails, a feeding guide, that sort of thing
 

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@iamsnape, that's a GREAT idea! That'll be too big for this thread, though... I'll start it, if I get around to it ever... :D Here's the UPDATED list:

Cage:


  • Grids (9 holes in 14 inches)
  • Coroplast OR shower curtain
  • 4 inch Cable Ties

Bedding


  • Fleece
  • U Haul pad or towels
  • Binder Clips to hold up fleece (Optional)

Accessories


  • Pigloos/Hideys
  • Play Pen for Indoor and Outdoor Play (ALWAYS supervise outdoor time!)
  • Food dishes (1 per pig)
  • Water Bottle(s)
  • Cozies
  • TOYS!
  • Carrier for Vet Visits, Emergencies, and Travel
  • Hay Rack or Bent Grid

Health:


  • Cat Nail Clippers, Human Nail Clippers, or Bird Clippers
  • Qwik-Stop, Corn Starch, or Flour
  • Grooming Supplies
  • Weight Scale and Note Book for Tracking Weight
  • Dawn Dish Soap and Mineral Oil (for cleaning grease glands on boars)
  • Small Animal Shampoo (NEVER GET CAT/ DOG SHAMPOOS! They're not made for animals that clean themselves like pigs do)

Food/Hay


  • QUALITY Pellets(Oxbow, KMS, Sweet Meadow are all great brands)
  • Grass Hay (timothy, orchard, bluegrass, etc) from Oxbow, KMS, Sweet Meadow, or a local farmer is preferable to pet store brands
  • Veggies: for a great list of pig safe veggies, go here:https://www.guineapigcages.com/forum/...ants-list.html

Cleaning:


  • Litter Scoop
  • 50/50 Water/ Vinegar Spray
  • Dust Pan and Brush OR Hand Vac



I hope that this is everything! If I missed anything, please feel free to let me know so that I can make edits! Please also let me know if this was useful!
 

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I don't recommend the 4" cable ties. They aren't strong enough and break. I tried them. Use the 8", 75 lb. strength cable ties. The cage will be a lot sturdier.
 

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Thanks, [MENTION=15081]pinky[/MENTION]. I will definitely change that next time I edit the list.
 

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great list this will be very helpful for the newbies!
 

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there are lots of alternatives to grids. some people use wire shelving, some build alternative cages with wood and plexiglass, etc.
 

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This list is GREAT. Very helpful. Thank you for posting this for us newbies on here.
 

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Thanks, [MENTION=25022]Lovemypiggys[/MENTION], [MENTION=19687]piggi_zone[/MENTION] and [MENTION=20347]jacqueline[/MENTION]! My hope is that it'll become a "Sticky Thread"!!!! That's my goal for the site, other than reaching 1,000 posts! :D

I will definitely add some alternatives to cubes (probably just wire shelving and wood/Plexiglas) once I get another idea or two for the list.
 

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Could you please put coconut oil alongside where you put the soap and mineral oil? I only use natural alternatives where the choice exists: coconut oil is my choice for boars glands etc cleaning.

good idea with the thread!
 

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It's a shame writing a Guinea Pig Cages Forum Members: The Complete Care Guide would take too long, would be a great little project for everyone to contribute to lol never know one day we could all be part of a book!
 

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@KiwiCavyAdorer I can certainly add it! The new list will be posted in about 3 minutes!
 

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Cage:



  • Grids (9 holes in 14 inches)
  • You Can Use Wire Shelving as an Alternative to Grids (You Can Use It To Make a Lid)
  • Coroplast OR shower curtain
  • 8 inch Cable Ties


Bedding



  • Fleece
  • U Haul pad or towels
  • Binder Clips to hold up fleece (Optional)


Accessories



  • Pigloos/Hideys
  • Play Pen for Indoor and Outdoor Play (ALWAYS supervise outdoor time!)
  • Food dishes (1 per pig)
  • Water Bottle(s)
  • Cozies
  • TOYS!
  • Carrier for Vet Visits, Emergencies, and Travel
  • Hay Rack or Bent Grid


Health:



  • Cat Nail Clippers, Human Nail Clippers, or Bird Clippers
  • Qwik-Stop, Corn Starch, or Flour
  • Grooming Supplies
  • Weight Scale and Note Book for Tracking Weight
  • Dawn Dish Soap and Mineral Oil (for cleaning grease glands on boars) For a Natural Alternative, You Can Use Coconut Oil.
  • Small Animal Shampoo (NEVER GET CAT/ DOG SHAMPOOS! They're not made for animals that clean themselves like pigs do)


Food/Hay



  • QUALITY Pellets(Oxbow, KMS, Sweet Meadow are all great brands)
  • Grass Hay (timothy, orchard, bluegrass, etc) from Oxbow, KMS, Sweet Meadow, or a local farmer is preferable to pet store brands
  • Veggies: for a great list of pig safe veggies, go here:https://www.guineapigcages.com/forum/...ants-list.html


Cleaning:



  • Litter Scoop
  • 50/50 Water/ Vinegar Spray
  • Dust Pan and Brush OR Hand Vac




I hope that this is everything! If I missed anything, please feel free to let me know so that I can make edits! Please also let me know if this was useful!
 

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were you going to mention alternative bedding materials, like carefesh, or wood pellets, etc?
 

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Oopsie! Sorry [MENTION=20347]jacqueline[/MENTION]! I forgot! :eek: I will add those next time I edit the list.
 

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*bumps thread*
 
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