MD-Craigslist, boar

LISTING REMOVED. This Silver Spring, MD listing has been reposted: We have a friendly male pig who needs a new home. We just think he is kind of bored living with us (no kids, no other pigs) and would do really well with kids or in a multi-pig or rabbit household. He has tolerated very young children (1-3) well and would do great with older kids. He is white and brown with a rough coat (sorry I don't have a picture). He comes with a cage and supply of food. I hope to place him this weekend (10/27-10/28). Please email me at fr[33]pigsilverspring@yahoo.com to let me know when you can come to see him. If you'd like further information, please email me with your phone number a good time to call you. We live in the four corners area of Silver Spring.

1. Personally, I don't think kids are a requirement for a guinea pig household. Responsible rescues and shelters are actually more reserved about a household where kids are responsible for the guinea pig's well being.

2. Guinea pigs should never be housed with a rabbit. It results in broken bones, at least.

3. 1-3 year olds should only be around a guinea pig for short periods of time under extreme supervision.

4. A cage for one guinea pig should be at least 2'X3'. Few, if any, pet store cages are adequate. Food should mean quality pellets (no seeds, colored pieces), alfalfa pellets for young babies and nursing or pregnant mothers, ONLY timothy based pellets for adults, a quality hay (see Kleenmama's Loft), and three servings of vegetables a day that meet a guinea pig's unique dietary needs.

This fr33 ad for a guinea pig does not guarantee them the knowledgeable home he deserves-if even a home at all. Can you help?

helpful links: Quality Hay and Pellets in bulk & Pampering your Pig & Cheaper, Larger Cages & Bedding & Essential Guinea Supplies & Proper Diet & Cavy Savvy Vets & "What's Normal? What's Not?"

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