I am thinking of getting a guinea pig. What types of supplies would I need to purchase for my pet?
user
It's good to get your guinea pig supplies in advance, before you bring the animal home. You should get basic supplies, such as a cage, food dishes, water bottles, and bedding or substrate.  Guinea pigs need to have fresh, filtered water available to them at all times. You should always keep the water clean and free of debris, checking it and changing it whenever water looks dirty or looks like it is starting to stagnate. You should also have water bottles that are easy to clean, as guinea pigs are good at getting water all over their cages. You should set up a self-contained guinea pig "room" in your home to give your animal as much space as possible! Besides the cage, you should have hay for bedding/substrate, chew sticks, and toys for your guinea pig to play with. You may also need a heat lamp for under-cage heating.  Make sure you follow all of your guinea pig's health and training instructions, such as with exercise and grooming.  Get the pets you need as much support as possible!
assistant
I am thinking of getting a guinea pig. What types of supplies would I need to purchase for my pet?
user
Guinea pigs really only need three main types of supplies: food, water, and bedding. Guinea pigs will enjoy having a variety of grains and seeds in their diet. Fruit and vegetables can also be offered as treats. Guinea pigs need clean water to drink and to bathe in. Bedding can be sticks, peat moss, newspaper, or aspen shavings, but since guinea pigs can suffer from sheet stress while using some types of bedding, you should check with your vet before using any of these products. Bedding will need to be replaced more frequently than food and water. If you have children, younger children and Guinea pigs don’t often get along well together, so you should reasonably supervise the children and the guinea pig. Finally, because guinea pigs can be friendly and inquisitive, they should ideally live in a cage with plenty of space for exercise and toys.
assistant
I am thinking of getting a guinea pig. What types of supplies would I need to purchase for my pet?