Price and complexity - these are the criteria that influence the choice of a pet. It is still not clear by what criteria children choose their animals, because they do not pay attention to the cost or beauty, what attracts them then? Perhaps this is a friendliness, maybe appearance. But this is not particularly important, because the last word for parents who will buy, pay, and soon, and take care of this animal. When they do not look at the price very much, they think about their care. How difficult it will be to take care of a pet, whether it is worthwhile to take it at all, or maybe, it will be limited to some other, but similar animal. So, usually, and act. For example, if you take a dog, it requires good care, although it will give joy. The parent decides to take something more "shallow", whatever the rat. Joke. :) They, of course, pay attention to guinea pigs, because they are so good. How can you not pay attention to them, how so? So they took this pig. And then what to do? Of course, the owners immediately go to the Internet with the question "How to take care of guinea pigs? ". You, probably, therefore have got here. Well, then we'll start. But let's say in advance, there is nothing difficult in caring for guinea pigs, so do not worry.
You need to know the main points that will help you in caring for guinea pigs, here they are: the guinea pig should have a spacious cage, a good hammock (small version) for rest, of course, one can not do without a loofah toy, corner toilet with a granular filler, various hanging goodies, well, multi-colored delicious food. These are just the main points that we will now deal with in more detail.
At first. Let's discuss what will be dangerous for swine in use. That is, what you need to hide away from them, so as not to chew and poison yourself, which happens quite often. So, here is the list of poisonous plants: ivy, hedera, polisias, fatsia, shefflera, aglaonema, alocasia anthurium diffenbachia, calla, monstera, spathiphyllum, syngonium, oleander, pachipodium, cyclomene, aloe, ficus and others. Each plant affects the animal in different ways, but the consequences are sad for everyone. Many cause various degrees of burns, ulcers, there may be inflammation of the mucous membranes of the eyes (can lead to blindness), inflammation of the mouth, pharynx, cardiac and nervous system disorders and many other sad consequences.
Another point that applies to all these plants: if enough of the leaflets from these plants enter your rodent's mouth, the acid that separates will completely block the breath of the animal and it will die.
Now let's talk about proper nutrition. In addition to basic food, the pig should also receive fresh vegetables and fruits in its diet, but it is not necessary to overdo it. Their number should be moderate - 80-120 grams per day, and then, a few slices. Do not forget to wash the food before you give it to the animal.
And yet, guinea pigs should not be fed with beans, onions or potatoes. Cabbage can be given to them, but in norm, and the less often, the better. The same can be said about peas. You with complete freedom can feed them with the help of various herbs and greens, but they must be collected by their own efforts. They need to be collected in environmentally friendly places, so that they are not contaminated with waste from cars and the like.
Proper care is not art, it's just following certain rules. For example, let's talk about the frequency of feeding guinea pigs. It is best to feed them in the morning and in the evening, that is, two meals a day. But you need to do this at the same time, because the animal's organism is set precisely on time, the meal is planned in advance. If you have a pregnant female, then you need to feed it 3-4 times a day.
If you do not have the opportunity to feed your pet with natural products, but only dry ones, then you should consult with specialists about choosing the best option, because now they can put anything they want, which your pet will not survive. And on their own, to find a quality product, it's not that easy.
The food, of course, must be made using the latest high technologies using natural products that will ensure the best quality of the product being manufactured. Food should have a highly balanced composition, in which a number of vitamins will be present, which will help to maintain the immunity of the mumps.
If we are talking about dry food, it is worth noting that for one preset the pig is given a portion of dry food, which is equal to one to two tablespoons. Pigs do not tolerate fasting, so it is better to give them food in sufficient quantities, otherwise problems may arise. If you want to change the diet of your mumps, then you need to do this gradually.
Pigs love delicacies very much. What are lakomsva for guinea pigs? Most often - it's a juicy fruit, but they do not need much to give. For example: pears, apples, grapes, tomatoes, strawberries ... Most of all, pigs love sweet sorts of apples - they can be given in any form (raw / dried). They contain a huge amount of useful substances, such as vitamins, acids, fructose, fiber, a huge amount of pectin and much more ...
Well, today we told you how to properly care for such little animals as guinea pigs. We hope, the received information will help you with the treatment of your favorite pet. He will be pleased with everything. But do not forget about affection and love, which you should pay to the mumps, because without it she can not live exactly. Good luck to you!