Pig - Guinea

: When particularly excited, guinea pigs exhibit a unique behavior called "popcorning," where they suddenly jump, twist, and hop into the air. Physical Characteristics

: They are famous for "wheeking"—a loud, high-pitched whistle usually reserved for when they hear a food bag open—as well as purring when happy and tooth-chattering when annoyed. guinea pig

: Their diet must consist of unlimited grass hay (like timothy or orchard grass), about one cup of fresh vegetables daily, and high-quality pellets. Crucially, they cannot produce their own Vitamin C , so it must be provided through their food or supplements to prevent scurvy. : When particularly excited, guinea pigs exhibit a

Guinea pigs are highly social "herd" animals that thrive on companionship. In the wild, their ancestors lived in close-knit family groups, and domestic guinea pigs can become depressed if kept alone. Because of this, it is strongly recommended to keep them in same-gender pairs or neutered groups. Crucially, they cannot produce their own Vitamin C