Wednesday, 20 April 2022

Interesting Facts About Pocket Pets: Rats And Guinea Pigs

 

Have you imagined yourself owning and caring for rodents as your home pets? Why not? Some types of rodents are adorable and have been domesticated for a few years now. So, it would not be hard for you to become a rodent parent. 

You can choose from two adorable rodents, rats and guinea pigs. To help you decide which to get, here are more facts about them:

Rats

  • Intelligent
  • Clean or tidy creatures
  • Docile and submissive 
  • Good for both kids and adults
  • Need a spacious enclosure with multi-levels for their exercises and climbing needs
  • Require a nesting box or hammock for their nap hour
  • Eat formulated pellets available in the market
  • Enjoy vegetables and fruits too

Guinea Pigs

  • Sociable and low-maintenance pers
  • Need a wire pen with proper ventilation and good bedding
  • Eat pellets and hay grads
  • Require a few vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C
  • Chew a lot, so they enjoy chew toys or wooden blocks

If your pet is showing any signs of illness, make an appointment with your local vet clinic Tampa FL


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