Family Pets: Toddler
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Does Anyone Have a Guinea Pig...
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on February 21, 2008
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My daughter would like a pet of her own for her 8th birthday. We have a two-year-old Cockapoo and he has been a true joy for each of us. I just do not want to bring an...
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- i don't have a guinea pig but maybe you would want a small dog. not much more big a mess but maybe it'll work...
- My daughter is 4 and she's had her guinea pig (Caillou, yes she named him!) since she was 3. He is great with her. He is very very sociable and loves attention and t...
- Consider having the kids work towards this - making it THEIR responsibility from start to finish. Go to the pet store, find out total cost for basic supplies, monthly ...
Guinea Pig as a Pet
Asked by Y.D. from Chicago
on August 13, 2010
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I have an opportunity to get a guinea pig for my kids, but have a few concerns. I'm used to having dogs, never had a guinea pig, so just wondering if they are good pet...
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- We have two guinea pigs right now. We got them from a shelter they were already paired together. Guinea pigs are great pets and we have had alot of fun with them. My s...
- We have guinea pigs and we love them!!!! I would, however, do some research to be sure you really want them. We have two (because they are social and happier being pa...
- I had one when I was in late grade school to early high school (gave it away as I got busy with other things and my mom had a friend whose little kids really wanted on...
Guinea Pig Vs. Hamster
Asked by M.M. from Rochester
on September 4, 2011
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We would like to get a small pet for our daughter for her birthday. We currently have 3 cats, 2 chickens and a fish. We are considering either a hamster or a guinea ...
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- Guinea pigs hands down! They are better for little kids cAuse they are more social pets. But keep in mind a little more upkeep such as they are prone to colds and need...
- Hi! I just bought my son (he is 4 years old) a guinea pig on Friday! We love it! She is so gentle. A little nervous, but does not bite or try to run away. She jus...
- We had hamsters growing up.....kind of a stupid pet....they sleep ALL day and are up ALL night...plus they only live 2-3 years! Don't know much about guinea pigs....b...
My Daughter Wants a Guinea Pig. Should I Let Her?
Asked by K.J. from Cincinnati
on October 4, 2010
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My 13 year old daughter wants a guinea pig for Christmas this year. We already have a cat and she feeds him and changes his litter every day.I know I will have to take...
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- If she has done a research paper on a guinea pig.... get her one! Or if she has an allowance, let her save up for one. Sometimes when it's their money they will re-t...
- We have guinea pigs and we love them!!!! It sounds like your daughter has done her research! Great for her and for you!! We have two (because they are social and h...
- Wonderful - your daughter has done her homework. Some people feel that the little critters - hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, mice - are "disposable" and don't need to...
Guinea Pig or Hamster?
Asked by S.P. from Chicago
on December 14, 2010
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Ever since my 6 year old daughter visited my sister and fell in love with her chihuahua, she has longed for a dog she can have on her lap and carry around. She begs fo...
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- I have a friend who has guinea pigs and loves them. Hers are affectionate and cuddly. (She's an adult. She loves animals and spends a lot of time holding them, which h...
- Guinea pig!!!!!!! But I would recommend two and do my research before getting them. Check out this site...http://www.guineapigcages.com They make wonderful first pets!
- Probably a rabbit. I knew someone with a Flemish Rabbit that was larger than a cat and a chihuahua! Very placid, very people friendly and very cuddly. I'm sure soci...
Help with New Guinea Pig!
Asked by T.M. from Wichita Falls
on January 9, 2009
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Well, I have allowed my 9 year old to get a guinea pig. In the beginning it was a hamster, as long as they paid for the cage I would pay for the pet. She has actuall...
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- Have your daughter move slow and pet the piggy in the cage. Have her also bring a snack like ( carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, kale,lettece-romaine, or even the spring ...
- Go to the Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue web site at www.theguineapigrescue.com. It has lots of helpful information. Some of the responses that you have received h...
- Howdy T., I used to have a pigger and he was the coolest, most lovable little fellow. They are very sweet and lovable. And the rest of the advice is very good. Here...
Hamster or Guinea Pig
Asked by D.E. from Houston
on November 20, 2008
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My little ones are saying they are ready for a pet. I thought we would start off small. I grew up with guinea pigs and know nothing about hamsters. I was looking for a...
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- I agree with the cat or puppy idea. They're much more fun and interactive. I'm sure you've already thought about this, but you may want to see how your kiddos intera...
- I think hamsters are great. We always had them when we were little. They can be very tame if handled a lot but they can bite (just like guinea pigs) if scared or mis...
- Hamster's sleep in the day time. That should made up your mind right there. However neither one can give a kiss or want to play.
Do You Own a Guinea Pig? If So, Please Tell Me Everything About Them.
Asked by T.B. from Miami
on September 1, 2012
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My children want a guinea pig. They got a book from their school library and they are reading about them and trying to "sell" the idea to me and their daddy. I just ...
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- After much research, I got two guinea pigs as pets for my (then 4-year-old) daughter. (We recently rehomed them due to her lack of interest and me not having time to ...
- 1. Approximately 7 years. 2. We have two -- so we spend approximately $30-40 in guinea pig specific food, plus we add in vegetables and fruits. In addition, if you...
- Your 12 year old is old enough to take care of the guinea pig. However, that's not enough. You have to be the mama of the guinea pig. You have to be the boss of you...
I Want to Get Rid of My Sons Guinea Pig!!
Asked by D.B. from Des Moines
on December 14, 2009
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I had no idea how much work a guinea pig was. My son took back a couple of his christmas presents last year and saved his money for a guinea pig. He does feed and wate...
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- You could always take the guinea pig to a shelter and have your son go with you if that is what you decide to do. You can explain that another family will adopt him a...
- He is plenty old to clean the cage. Let him try and see if he can do it. We have two guineas and the cage needs to be cleaned every 3rd day. I do it because my kids...
- Hi D., First, please don't list the guinea pig on craigslist. Alot of people will get them and feed them to snakes. Please don't do that to him. We've got two ...
Should We Get a Guinea Pig
Asked by B.D. from Seattle
on February 11, 2009
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My 3 yr old son loves guines pigs and we are thinking of get him one. With the full understanding that my husband and I would provide the care for the animal. It wou...
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- My baby brother (14 yrs younger than me) was playing with a guinea pig when he was about that age. He was playing too rough and broke its back....the poor thing had t...
- When I was a kid (11 or 12-ish) my sister had a couple of that were great pets. Much more friendly and personable than the gerbils she had before. Since, I've heard lo...
- You're in luck! They aren't really high maintenance but can be a bit on the smelly side if you don't clean their cage out regularly (especially their urine). They do h...
