guinea pigs






 

Question by  pinkie (247)

How long do guinea pigs live?

 
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Answer by  Wackonorm (164)

A typical healthy guinea pig lived to be four to eight years old. Which isn't very long so it's best to buy a baby animal and not an adult. Interesting fact is that teeth continue to grow throughout their lifespan.

 
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Answer by  Anonymous

Unfortunately, they don't live as long as pets shop say. They rarely live past 4 years and sadly are proned to many diseases. However, they are worrth the time you have them. They are comical and lovable! enjoy!

 
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Answer by  GeekBoy (146)

In my experience, 4-5 years at most. They are prone to respiratory infections, so keep them dry and away from drafts. Males are especially susceptible to a digestive problem called a megacolon, and a bout of diarrhea can prove fatal. Get a baby and don't use pine bedding.

 
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Answer by  blahblah (670)

Guinea pigs usually live for about 4 or 5 years, with some individuals living as long as 8 years. One guinea pig is reported (in the 2006 Guinness Book of Records) to have lived for more than 14 years!

 
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Answer by  Anonymous

4-8 years much better than a hampster

 
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Answer by  leahb (4)

Our own guinea pig- Rodney, lived 10 years. Despite having only one eye, he lived indoors in the wnter and outside in the summer months.

 
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Answer by  Anonymous

how often do you give guinea pigs vegetables

 
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