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Adopt Baby and Brownie

By Kevin Robinson in Miscellaneous on May 13, 2008 7:00PM

2008_5_13.gp.jpgThe Critter Corral Guinea Pig Rescue has a lovely pair of guinea pigs available for adoption. Baby and his brother Brownie are both affectionate, love attention and food, and have been together almost from the beginning. After their original owner had to move out of the country, and couldn't take them with, they were given to the Critter Corral.

2008_5_baby.jpgDomesticated guinea pigs thrive in groups of two or more, and typically live in cages, although aficionados sometimes will dedicate an entire room to their pets. Although they don't generally live well with other species (larger pets may perceive them as prey, and other rodents may pass disease), they can get along well with properly trained dogs and cats. Because guinea pigs are social animals, they often enjoy spending time with humans and being petted, which can elicit purring and "bubbling" sounds. Because they have poor eyesight and are not naturally prone to exploring, they tend not to escape.

If you have room in your home for these two fine guinea pigs, get in touch with the Critter Corral.