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On January 13, 2011, we adopted these 2 adorable brothers from the Humane Society! We were told that they are 1 yr., 3 months old. Alvin is very timid but Simon was immediately at home in his new surroundings!
Looking like a baby panda, Simon is very aware of the camera and everything in his surroundings!
Although Alvin and his bro, Simon, are both over 2 lbs, we hope to spoil them with foods they've been neglected and put some extra weight on them!
Don't let this sweet face fool you, Stewie has quite a mischievious streak! (See Stewie's Story Below!)
Humongous yawn from Stewie! (Hilarious photo taken in June 2008.)
Stewie finally crashes after a long day of being "2COOL4U"!
Although Nigel looked black and white, he was actually a very dark chocolate brown and white. He looked like a delicious Oreo cookie! When Nigel was a baby, we used to joke that he was training for the 2008 Olympics because he ran as fast as lightening! (See Nigel's Story Below!)
Handsome Nigel in natural light. August 2008 was a difficult month for Nigel with his first teeth trimming accompanied by a gum infection and bladder infection. Poor Nigel lost one pound(!) but, after the infections disappeared and he had his teeth trimmed again, he returned to his ol' self and loved eating again! His favorite treat this summer was vanilla yogurt drops! (Photo taken in September 2008.)
November 2009 Update: Sadly, we lost Nigel after 15 months of great medical care, Critical Care syringe feedings and TLC due major teeth issues. Although bros Stewie & Nigel didn't share a cage (due to fighting), their cages were next to each other and they had playtime together. After Nigel's passing, Stewie was in a "funk" for almost 2 weeks he quietly stayed in his house and slept more than eating/playing. We felt the same as Stewie!
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A Masterpiece "Time Capsule" from our Cavy Family of 2000: Sam the Snowman, celebrating with his cavy pals: (L) Peppy on snow slide; (middle) Spanky & Kipper singing and dancing; (R) Quincy "eyeing" his favorite snacks!
On March 18, 2005, we added S & N's brother to our cavy family! We named him Peabody after the intelligent and adorable white dog "Mr. Peabody" on the great Rocky & Bullwinkle cartoons! It was quite a reunion when the triplet brothers met each other after a 7-month separation! Peabody LOVES hay, pellets, green leaf lettuce and carrots but still hasn't acquired a taste for other veggies yet, which is quite surprising. All 3 Triplet Scamps have separate cages but Peabody enjoys playtime with Stewie when their cages are being cleaned; however,he does not have as friendly of a relationship with brother Nigel for some unfortunate reason. Although Peabody was quite unexpected, he is a VERY welcomed member to our family! (Photo taken in 2005.)
2006 Update: Peabody started to lose weight and interest in food early in the year. A trip to the vet revealed that his teeth were in need of trimming - his right lower molars are malaligned. So far, he has had 3 successful teeth-trimming procedures. He will probably need this procedure performed every 3 months or so for the rest of his life but HE IS WORTH IT! He is a very special, very precious member of our family! He tries very hard to compensate for his malalignment and deserves a "A+" for effort!!
2007 Update: Peabody has required almost monthly teeth trimming for the past year due to the severe malalignment (and quick growth) of his teeth on the right side. He receives multiple syringe feedings daily of Oxbow's Critical Care (he LOVES it), which provides important vitamins he needs. He also receives liquid Vit. C daily because he cannot eat many veggies. Various baby foods and vanilla Ensure are periodic supplements to his diet. Despite ALL the problems he has with his molars, he still tries to eat [and is successful] pellets and hay almost daily! Amazing! His doctor calls him "stoic" and always says that it's Peabody's strong will that has sustained him - and we agree!!
Peabody is a sweet, appreciative little fellow! After each Critical Care feeding, he likes to curl up on his Cavy Mom or Dad's lap and purr and sleep!
FUN FACT: Peabody has many nicknames - P-Boo, The Boo, Boo-Boo, Boo-Berry!
2008 Sad Update: We lost P-Boo exactly 3 years after adopting him due to worsening complications with his root abscesses and teeth problems. We miss him terribly and think of him daily. (Eternal Thanks to St. Jude for watching over Peabody and helping him for over 2 years!)
Handsome Mr. Peabody quickly adjusts to all the extra TLC in his new surroundings! (Photo taken in 2005.)
Reunited after 7 months, brothers Nigel (left), Stewie (middle) and Peabody (right), explore their play area, chase each other and get reaquainted! (Photo taken in 2005.)
In June 2006, we adopted this little cutie-pie from one of our veterinarian's technicians. When we saw him (and couldn't resist him), we felt like saying, "Jeepers! Now we have 5 boys!" Hence, Jeepers was named! He was born on April 15, 2006. He is GORGEOUS with the silkiest fur! He whistles quite loud (afterall, he has a lot of competition) and LOVES all veggies, especially baby carrots! He is a wild youngster, running around his aquarium, disrupting everything, yet he enjoys snuggling in our laps! We are just crazy about him! (Photo taken in 2006.)
Great portrait of Jeepers at 2 years old! (Photo taken in 2008.)
Big yawn from Jeepers! (Photo taken in June 2008.)
Next Page: GUINEA PIG SCRAPBOOKHoliday photos will be updated and changed frequently near major holidays, please check back often! All images on this page Copyrighted by CavyMom 1999-2010, not to be reproduced. Contact site owner at CavyMom@webtv.net. Mt. Cavymore (inspired by Mount Rushmore) & Cavy Statue of Liberty created by George Smith. Original artwork (including sculptures, paintings and drawings) made by George Smith, (c) 1999-2010. To see more of his sculptures, go to Polymer Clay Online Museum. |
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