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Monday, December 6, 2010

ROB'S NEW GUINEA PIG...REEPACHEEP


Well...Rob finally got a young guinea pig or Cavy as they are called in South America. 


Fascinating little creatures. Not related to the pig, however they make a sound like a pig when they chirp or "bleat". 


Considered a delicacy during the Aztec and Mayan empires, and almost eaten into oblivion...in more modern times they have become popular pets. I also found out that they need a pen in which to run, and get excercise. 


Reep, enjoys his times "out", and practically jumps and leaps into the air with glee....



I have always liked them. This is the third one for our family and together with Annie's 3 rabbits, the upstairs of our cabin is turning into a menagerie...much to big Pat's chagrin...oh well...









Rob likes to pick Reepacheep up, sometimes he carries him to the Tab...not a good idea since it is below zero weather...hope it does not happen again....after some explanation of why it is not good for it to be outside in this weather.









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