guinea pigs as pets

Full-color photographs and simple text provide an introduction to guinea pigs and how to care for them.

Provides information for young pet owners about guinea pigs, discussing their care, feeding, housing, and other needs, and includes notes for parents.

Anne and Mark discover the fun and responsibilities of pet ownership after they are given a gift of two guinea pigs, Cookie and Fluffy. Includes child-capable guidelines on pet care.

Describes different kinds of guinea pigs, how baby guinea pigs are born, and how to care for them as pets.

Informs children how to choose and take care of their guinea pigs and other small pets.

Explains how to care for a new pet guinea pig, covering cages, food, behavior, and veterinarian care; and also provides "fun facts" and words to know.

Contains a guide to raising a rabbit, guinea pig, or hamster, including information on preparing for the new pet's arrival, feeding and caring, grooming, behavior, and playing.

Describes the origins of guinea pigs and how they lived in the wild, explains how the animals became domesticated and why they make good pets, provides information about guinea pig bodies, varieties, housing and playtime needs, food, and care, and includes tips on how to choose and make friends with a guinea pig.

A complete guide to guinea pig breeds, dietary requirements, preventative care, diseases, housing, grooming, showmanship, and marketing, addressed specifically to children. Good for hobbyists who are involved in 4-H.

Discusses the characteristics of the guinea pig, or cavy, and gives advice on choosing and caring for a pet, as well as breeding and showing.