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guinealuv93 · 10-11-2008, 03:24 PM

Hello everyone, I have been a member of this forum for a while, but I haven't had a piggie before. After doing months worth of research, and taking care of a friends guinea pig for a weekend while she was out of town, my mom finally agreed to let me get a guinea pig. I decied to rescue or adopt after reading many articles and posts on why buying is not a good idea. I couldn't find a guinea pig rescue in my area. The guinea pig I took care of for the weekend is my friend Lana's guinea pig. Sadly, she had to move and wasn't able to take Ginger with her. She asked me if I would take care of Ginger for her and I agreed. So now, I would like to introduce to you all, Ginger, my new piggie. She is pictured in my avatar, as I can not seem to upload a pic.She currently has a small cage, but I am in the process of adding a second level to a ferret cage I have. I am so excited, and can't wait to move her to a larger cage. Thanks so much for reading this! Any advise would be greatly appreshiated on any topic concerning Ginger.

AmysAnimals · 10-11-2008, 04:17 PM

Please consider getting your little one a C and C cage. They really are the cheapest possible option and also have the proper amount of space. Check out this website: guineapigcages.com and also guinealynx.com. Both websites offer GREAT starter information!

BABY'S MOM · 10-11-2008, 04:52 PM

C&C cage, lots of hay, good quality pellets, Lots of veggies, and lots of love from her new piggy parent.

You should think about setting up a visit with a vet, just in case of emergency. You don't want to run around, and try and find a good vet - while your little one is sick. This way if you do it now, you'll have a vet that you already know, and trust.

The best of luck to the both of you!

Ginger is adorable by the way. (your avatar)

emily111897 · 10-11-2008, 05:01 PM

Good luck, she is a cutie!

BABY'S MOM · 10-11-2008, 05:06 PM

Oh, and I forgot

when you get your camera working - we NEED pigtures of the little sweetie!

Foggycreek · 10-11-2008, 06:32 PM

The ferret cage may seem big, but ferret cages are really not appropriate for guinea pigs. Your pig will be much happier in a C&C cage.

guinealuv93 · 10-11-2008, 06:55 PM

Ok, thanks so much for replying. I will ask my mom ASAP about a C&C cage. I am feeding her Oxbow pellets, lots of hay and giving her lots of loving.

guineapiggoddess · 10-11-2008, 07:04 PM

Congrats on the new pig! She's precious!

BABY'S MOM · 10-11-2008, 07:22 PM

I think somebody here mentioned these 2 links, but I thougt they really would help get Ginger set up. The nice thing about a C&C cage, is that you can make it different, Ginger will be the only guinea pig to have that exact same cage. She's lucky to have you!

http://www.guinealynx.info/housng.html

This one is great for giving ideas on how to build your own cage.

http://www.guineapigcages.com/types.htm

cielo · 10-11-2008, 07:47 PM

Congratz on your baby!