Wednesday, February 02, 2011 Mice! Gerbils! Guinea pigs!
Hamsters! Oh my! All of these little critters can make fun and
easy to care-for pets. Remember that they do reproduce very
quickly and early, so make sure to get same-sex roommates if
getting more than one, unless you intend to breed them! They all
like a variety of pellets, fresh or dried veggies, fruits, whole
grains, cooked legumes, greens, seeds, and nuts. Guinea pigs
must have a fresh source of vitamin C every day, to prevent
scurvy, or a defect that can cripple them. A small slice of
orange, kiwi, strawberry, or other berries can provide this
without the additional sugar found in many commercially
available vitamin C treats. make good enclosures, just make sure
the flooring is kept clean so that ammonia smells from urine do
not build up and affect their breathing. Similarly, cedar chips
and strong-smelling bedding is often too strong for these little
animals, even if they smell nice to us. Tunnels and wheels can
provide entertainment and exercise