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Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs are a member of the rodent family. Cavia porcellus is descended from the wild guinea pig of the Andes Mountains. Guinea pigs properly known as cavies were domesticated some 7000 years ago and used as a source of food, but they are social animals and make great pets.

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What are some common names for a guinea pig?

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Some common names for guinea pigs include: Peanut, Ginger, Luna, Oreo, Cookie, Daisy, and Popcorn.

What is the scientific name of pig?

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The scientific name of pig is Sus scrofa domesticus.

Can guinea pigs listen to there name?

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Guinea pigs may learn to recognize and respond to their name through repetition and positive reinforcement. While they have limited hearing compared to humans, they can pick up on familiar sounds and associate them with specific actions or treats. It may take some time and training for a guinea pig to consistently respond to their name.

What is the oldest lawyer trick on record?

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One of the oldest lawyer tricks on record is the creation of legal loopholes or exploiting ambiguities in laws to benefit their clients. This dates back centuries and has been used to sway court decisions in favor of their clients through clever legal arguments.

What is a hamsters coast?

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If you meant "What is a hamsters cost?" , then the average amount you can buy a hamster at a pet store for is around 10 dollars. Of course, if you buy the hamster from a breeder, the cost may vary.

How many pigs would serve 50 people at a roast?

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For a roast, it's recommended to estimate about 1/2 to 1 pound of pork per person. A pig typically weighs between 120-150 pounds once butchered. So, one pig should be enough to serve 50 people at a roast.

How did the hunters kill the pig?

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The hunters in "Lord of the Flies" killed the pig by trapping it, cornering it, and then violently stabbing it with their spears. They became consumed by a sense of primal savagery as they hunted and slaughtered the pig.

What is a pig party?

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A pig party is another term for a barbecue or a gathering where pork dishes, such as pulled pork, ribs, and bacon, are the main focus. It typically involves grilling or smoking various parts of the pig to create a meal for guests to enjoy.

Is it ok to put newspaper on the bottom of guinea pig cage?

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No, it is not recommended to use newspaper as bedding for guinea pigs as it can be harmful if ingested. It is better to use paper-based bedding or aspen shavings to ensure the safety and comfort of your guinea pigs.

What should i use for guinea pig bedding?

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Good options for guinea pig bedding include paper-based bedding, aspen shavings, or fleece liners. Avoid cedar or pine shavings as they can be harmful to guinea pigs' respiratory systems. Make sure to provide enough bedding for burrowing and nesting.

Why does a young Guinea Pig sneeze somewhat often and eat his bedding that you use Carefresh on?

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Young Guinea Pigs may sneeze if they are sensitive to dust or allergens in the bedding, especially if it's not cleaned and changed often. Eating bedding may indicate a nutritional deficiency or boredom; ensure the Guinea Pig has enough hay and fruits/vegetables in their diet, and consider providing more enrichment activities to prevent nibbling on bedding.

Do guinea pigs have rough tongues?

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yes, their tongues are rough like a cat

How soon can you touch a baby guinea pig?

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Rule of thumb, when the baby is moving around by itself, "Thats not to say you can't touch it", to pick it up, whatever the mother and baby are being held in, and the guinea pig has a lot of fur, you do not want to discourage the mother from nursing the baby. some mothers are very caring and some are ruthless when it comes to nursing. By your question it sounds like you have a caring mother guinea pig.

Does procine mean pig?

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yes

It's spelled porcine.

Is cat and guinea pig dander the same?

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no not really

Why do your guinea pigs fight when breeding?

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guinea pigs can fight over territories, food, toys,mates, or if they just dont care for each other.

Is grass bad for guinea pigs?

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Yes, as long as there is a place that they can get off of it. My guinea pigs live outside in a cage on the grass. Just make sure they have a sleeping area that they can jump into to get off the ground because it can get cold. And in winter I put a tarp around the cage to keep them warm. And in summer you have to keep them cool. So I just wet them with water and put them back. Cucumber in summer is also great because it is full of water. They love it. And make sure that they have a fresh supply of water. !! Hope that helps !!

Can guinea pigs starve to death?

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Any animal can starve to death with sufficient nourishment.

Any creature will starve to death if not given sufficient food. Guinea pigs are cage-animals and cannot obtain their own nourishment; they are helpless to do so and it is their owner's or carer's responsibility to ensure any caged animal is kept clean, healthy and safe, and has sufficient food and water at all times. If you buy such an animal as a pet for a child, it is your responsibility to ensure the animal is properly cared for, since you must not rely upon a child to take responsibility for a pet.

Why Muslim do not eat pig?

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Because the Bible says it is unclean so it is not allowed to be eaten. you also aren't supposed to touch there dead body this says clearly in the bible the book of Deuteronomy chapter 14 verse 3 to 21.

Why do pigs walk?

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with their legs

Why does your guinea pig take a bite of food and then drop it?

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You probably haven't cut their fruit small enough...

What is the ISBN of The Pig Who Saved the World?

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The ISBN of Interstellar Pig is 0-14-037595-3.

What is inbred?

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Inbred means that it was created totally within the family line, not with an outside gene like normal breeding. For example, if a female cat mates with its father, all the kittens will be inbred, because the father is also the mother cat's father. The kittens will also be deformed because of a gene mixup.

Why do old guinea pigs malt?

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because when we get old we loose our hair due to lack of strengh and its just the same for guinea pigs

Your guinea pig is not eating or drinking?

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its called lame and you can get some vitamin c from walmart and give it to the guniea pig n a syringe and it will improve in a couple days