Q.:  Can guinea pigs catch a cold from a human?
A.:  Yes. If you have a cold try not to handles your animal at that time. If you have to, do not breathe on them and wash your hands thoroughly before you handle them.

Q.:  Do you have to give your guinea pigs any special nutrients?
A.:  Yes. Guinea pigs require Vitamin C. You can give it to them by feeding them vegetables or fruits high in vitamin C or by providing them with Vitamin C drops in their water. Feed vegetables or fruits at least 3 times a week. Those high in vitamin C are parsley, turnip greens, kale leaves with stems, broccoli, orange with peels and spinach.

Q.:  How many babies will my guinea pig have?
A.:  Anywhere from 1-6. Sometimes one, rarely over 6. The average is 3-4 babies.

Q.:  Do I need to take my guinea pig to the vet?
A.:  Guinea pigs do not need to get any type of shots. Occasionally  they will catch a cold and you may want to try to find a vet. Most vets do not take care of guinea pigs. If you do find one, let them know that guinea pigs are severely allergic to penicillin — usually resulting in death.

Q.:  How many breeds of cavy are there?
A.:  13 breeds. They are: Abyssinian, Abyssiniah Satin, American, American Satin, Coronet, Peruvian, Peruvian Satin, Silkie, Silkie Satin, Texel, White Crested, Teddy and  Teddy Satin.