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Teacup Pigs make wonderful pets. They are fun, intelligent, inquisitive and loving. With adequate food, shelter and love they will grow to be delightful sociable pets! To keep them happy, I...
Have you fallen in love with the teacup pigs everyone is talking about? You may have seen the Today Show when Teacup Pig breeder, Jane Croft, told Meredith Vieira and Ann Curry how wonderful they...
Taking care of a guinea pig requires the same amount of responsibility as caring for a dog, cat or other animal. Guinea pigs need to have the obvious things such as food and water, but they also...
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at farming? My husband and I have been raising pigs on our farm for some time. We decided to do this because we are trying to raise our son to be self...
Raising a 4-H pig will teach a youth valuable lessons about responsibility.
Guinea pigs can make great pets for anyone who wants a small social animal but does not want the commitment of a dog or cat, or does not want a pet that will have free roam of the house. As long...
These good-natured pets are big (60 to 110 lbs. on average, with shoulder height ranging from 4 to 18 inches) and love to root. Caring for them requires space and a mellow attitude about the lawn...
Most guinea pig owners use disposable bedding, like wood shavings or recycled paper products, in their guinea pigs' cages. But since guinea pigs need bigger cages than most pet rodents, using...
Having a Pot Belly (or "Potbellied") pig for a pet can be great fun. While smaller than a traditional pig, these have become chic pets for a new generation. However, there are many things to...
Guinea pigs make great pets, but many people are not very well informed on how to care for one of these little creatures. Hopefully this article will be useful for current owners and potential...
Finding the perfect home for your piggy pets can be a difficult task. Most store-bought cages are far too small for guinea pig quarters, and those that are not can be very expensive. You can...
The guinea pig can make a great pet for young children. They require little maintenance, are generally docile, rarely bite and they are very sociable. The guinea pig will enjoy lots of human...
You may be wondering how to protect yourself from swine flu. According to the Center for Disease Control, there have been documented cases of humans getting swine flu and humans transferring the...
There comes a time in most of our lives when we feel the need to "reproduce ourselves" and have children. And when that time comes, you should be prepared for the journey. Here are...
Learn from an exotic animal health technician and learn why she does not recommend breeding pet guinea pigs and what factors to consider if you do choose to breed them, in this free online video.
Guinea pigs are good pets for young kids who aren't quite ready for a dog and not gentle enough for a smaller animal like a hamster or mouse.
Guinea Pigs are wonderful pets for both young and old. They do not require much maintenance and are very tame animals. If cared for properly, your pet guinea pig will be around for many years to come.
Guinea pigs are a popular pet for young people. They are bigger than hamsters, but still easily contained in a cage. Before you get a guinea pig, be sure you know about its habits and how to care...
Guinea Pigs make wonderful pets. As they bond to their owners, they give love, companionship and develop their own personalities. Piggies are almost perfect pets to own. The only problem I had...
Do you find large chunks of turf torn asunder from your lawn? Wonder what kind of creature could be doing so much damage? It might be wild pigs if you live in an rural area. Use any or all of...
Swine Flu also know as Swine Influenza or SIV, is a strain of flu, with similar symptoms including fever, no appetite, diarrhea, coughing, sore throat, weakness, and runny nose. Keep yourself and...
Below is a quick and easy lunch that will satisfy kids of all ages. Below is my version of Easy Pigs In A Blanket Hot Dogs.
A load of fresh manure is a gardener's idea of pure gold. But before you use this treasure from horses, cows or pigs, you need to age or cure it; otherwise, the heat it generates will burn plants'...
Guinea pigs originally came from South America and may be called cavies. They live for about five to seven years, and are bigger than hamsters, but smaller than rabbits. Guinea pigs can be...
A pet pig can be a wonderful addition to your family. Pigs are loving and loyal, and are actually very hygienic creatures. They're intelligent animals who learn tricks and can even be house...
For the sake of you and the pet here's how to choose a guinea that won't present problems down the road.
Pigs are well known for rooting. They dig their snouts into the ground and move the soil around, searching for roots. Their rooting action is beneficial to you in that depending on where you've...
Some people call them Pigs in a Blanket, some people call them Stuffed Cabbage Rolls ... whatever you call them, they are delicious!
Car travel is stressful for cavies or guinea pigs. When guinea pigs are stressed, they are more prone to getting sick. But there is no way you can avoid car travel for them if they need to see...
Watch a naturalist from the Massachusetts Audubon Society's Drumlin Farm explain how to care for pigs in this free online video.
Want a quick snack for kids play date or adult get together, male pigs in a blanket in 10 minutes.
Swine flu has recently been said to be in danger of becoming a pandemic. Hundreds of cases are being reported since March 2009 whereas only 12 cases were reported between 2005 and February 2009....
If breakfast has become ho hum and it seems as if you are making the same old thing weekend in and weekend out then making these "pigs in a blanket" is a fun alternate to your breakfast...
Your guinea pig may be unhappy for a number of reasons. His cage mate may have died and he misses the lost piggy. Maybe his cage mate is bullying him, and if this is the case they need to be...
The swine flu(called Mexican Flu in some other countries)was first identified in April 2009. So far, worldwide, there has been more than 4,000 deaths. This virus is becoming a big problem...
Like any pet, pigs don't respond positively if startled or rushed upon, whether by a familiar face or a stranger. For a warm, inviting encounter, consider the following approach.
Bathing guinea pigs is a necessary part of their regular care. Guinea pigs do groom themselves, but because they spend much of their time in shavings that are often soiled, they can still get...
A pot-bellied pig can be an inside or outside pet. If you decide to keep your pot bellied pig inside, it must be housebroken. Pot-bellied pigs are highly intelliegent animals and can often be...
Since your guinea pig will spend most of its time inside a cage, you should choose one that will provide maximum comfort. Follow these steps and set up the cage before bringing your pet home.
While guinea pigs don't enjoy getting their nails clipped, they do need to have them cared for on a regular basis. It's easy to learn how to clip a guinea pig's nails, and it's definitely...
Want a great football snack? Something the kids love to make and eat? Everyone loves pigs in a blanket and they are so easy to make!
Are messy, aggressive seagulls keeping you away from the outdoor activities you love the most? As seagulls continue to happily multiply, in some coastal areas it has become difficult to move about...
Pigs can breed often, have a short gestation period and produce large litters. These factors make breeding pigs lucrative. You only need a few males to breed many females. A single boar, at least...
Raising pigs can be a profitable business. What you need to know are conditions and costs. Make sure that the temperature doesn't rise above 70 degrees for them, or drop below 60. The approximate...
Spud Pigs is an invention my husband made today. It's a good breakfast meal made from diced potatoes and cut up bacon strips with a hint of garlic.
Guinea pigs are loveable creatures full of personality. When picking out a guinea pig, it is important to distinguish if you are picking out a show cavy (guinea pig) or a pet. If purchasing a pet,...
Guinea pigs are wonderful pets. They are small, clean, easy to take care of and wonderful with children. However, they have special dietary needs that their owners should be aware of.
Guinea pigs are social animals, and they thrive best when living with at least one other guinea pig. However, just like people, guinea pigs have personalities, and sometimes those personalities...
Guinea pigs are social animals, and they thrive when they have another guinea pig living with them. However, guinea pigs have distinct personalities, just like people, and they don't always get...
Watch a naturalist from the Massachusetts Audubon Society's Drumlin Farm explain how to raise a pet pig in this free online video.
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