Why guinea pigs are one of the nicest pets in the world

Because they are social creatures, guinea pigs adore interacting with their owners.

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They don't need much grooming and are simple to take care of.

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Children love guinea pigs because they are gentle and simple to handle.

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They don't take up a lot of room and require relatively little maintenance.

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Some guinea pigs can live up to 8 years, which is a very long lifespan.

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They are trained to perform tricks and are intelligent animals.

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Given that they don't create a lot of noise, guinea pigs are excellent for apartment living.

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