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Can You Bathe a Guinea Pig in Water?
Guinea pigs can be bathed, but wait until they are at least a month old and handle the process gently. Use shallow lukewarm water with a small-animal shampoo, dry them thoroughly afterward, and keep baths infrequent — about once every two weeks in summer — since over-bathing irritates their skin.
Gray Chestnut Rabbit
The Gray Chestnut Rabbit was originally bred for high-quality fur but is now also kept as a pet. An artificial breed with a coat close to that of a wild rabbit—unusual among fur breeds—it was developed in France by breeder M.J. Dybowski, first shown in 1913, and is today a rare breed on the brink of extinction.
Satin White Crested Guinea Pig
The Satin White Crested Guinea Pig is all snow-white with glossy, smooth fur like satin. It has a crest-like whorl on its head, a very special look.
Guinea Pig
The Guinea Pig (Cavia porcellus), also called the cavy, is a gentle South American rodent kept worldwide as a pet. It needs a roomy cage, a bottle, and — unlike many rodents — a diet with added vitamin C: grass hay, guinea-pig pellets, and fresh vegetables. Its teeth grow for life, so fibrous food is essential.