- You must be at least 18 years of age to adopt. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian must adopt for you.
- Guinea pigs must be housed indoors only. No exceptions.
- You are expected to provide the guinea pig with a large enough cage, and understand proper care and maintenance fo your pig.
- Guinea pigs live an average of 5-7 years. You should make every effort possible to keep your pig for it's entire life time.
- Guinea pigs may not be adopted as presents or gifts to someone else.
- We will NOT adopt a guinea pig for the purposes of breeding. No exceptions.
Cages - must be adequate in size. Cages from pet stores are essentialy overglorified litter boxes and are not large enough to properly care for your guinea pig - we support the use of Cube and Coroplast cages (cavycages.com has great instructions on how to make them!)
- 1 cavy 2x3 grid (30" x 45")
- 2 cavies 2x4 grid (30" x 50")
- 3 cavies 2x5 grid (30" x 62")
- 4 cavies 2x6 grid (30" x 76")
Cages also must use kiln-dried pine shavings, fleece, or carefresh bedding in your set up.
Feeding -
- Please feed only pellets (no seeds, nuts, or treats are not adequate food for your guinea pig)
- Fresh veggies and some fruits
- 32-oz water bottles
- Unlimited Timothy hay - NOT alfalfa hay unless your guinea pig is within a certain age, they do not need it.
- Food Bowls/Dishes - cleaned and refiled daily
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