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Meet Ginny, a charming adult guinea pig with a personality that`s hard to resist. She`s intelligent and sweet, often surprising everyone with her zoomies - an adorable spectacle of joy. Ginny is a cuddly little creature, but she`s a bit timid when it comes to being lifted. With patience and gentle handling, she`ll soon learn to trust and love her new family. Ginny is not just a pet, she`s a companion who will bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Guinea pigs cannot utilize vertical space, so the larger space they have the better! For a pair of guinea pigs, 10.5 square feet (about the area of a bathtub) at least is recommended, which most commercially sold cages unfortunately do not replicate. A spacious guinea pig cage can also benefit you as cleaning frequency and smell will be lessened. Like people, guinea pigs lack the physical ability to manufacture their own vitamin C and require an outside source of vitamin C in the form of vegetables and fruits. Ginny will also need high-quality guinea pig food, fresh water daily, unlimited amounts of timothy hay, and enrichment such as brushing with a soft brush, toys, tunnels, chews, and hides. Guinea pigs love fruits, and veggies- they will squeal with joy when they see you with a handful of their favorite foods- romaine lettuce, cucumbers, green peppers, cilantro, or carrots (special treat). They like tunneling in their litterbox full of hay, for a snack and bathroom break. They will use the litterbox-but be prepared guinea pigs poop every 15 minutes and can make a mess! Ginny’s adopter will also need access to an exotic vet to get them proper medical care and check-ups. Adopt Ginny and experience the joy of a unique bond that only a pet like her can offer, come on by Anti Cruelty and meet Ginny today!
Meet Ginny, a charming adult guinea pig with a personality that`s hard to resist. She`s intelligent and sweet, often surprising everyone with her zoomies - an adorable spectacle of joy. Ginny is a cuddly little creature, but she`s a bit timid when it comes to being lifted. With patience and gentle handling, she`ll soon learn to trust and love her new family. Ginny is not just a pet, she`s a companion who will bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. Guinea pigs cannot utilize vertical space, so the larger space they have the better! For a pair of guinea pigs, 10.5 square feet (about the area of a bathtub) at least is recommended, which most commercially sold cages unfortunately do not replicate. A spacious guinea pig cage can also benefit you as cleaning frequency and smell will be lessened. Like people, guinea pigs lack the physical ability to manufacture their own vitamin C and require an outside source of vitamin C in the form of vegetables and fruits. Ginny will also need high-quality guinea pig food, fresh water daily, unlimited amounts of timothy hay, and enrichment such as brushing with a soft brush, toys, tunnels, chews, and hides. Guinea pigs love fruits, and veggies- they will squeal with joy when they see you with a handful of their favorite foods- romaine lettuce, cucumbers, green peppers, cilantro, or carrots (special treat). They like tunneling in their litterbox full of hay, for a snack and bathroom break. They will use the litterbox-but be prepared guinea pigs poop every 15 minutes and can make a mess! Ginny’s adopter will also need access to an exotic vet to get them proper medical care and check-ups. Adopt Ginny and experience the joy of a unique bond that only a pet like her can offer, come on by Anti Cruelty and meet Ginny today!
The first step to adopt is to stop by our adoption center during open hours!
2.
Meet the Pet
The second step is to meet with pets you might be interested in adopting! Our staff and volunteers will tell you all about them.
3.
Submit Application
Finally, fill out the adoption questionnaire. Our experienced adoption counselors will ensure it's a good fit for you and the pet!
4.
Take the Pet Home
If the adoption is a good fit, you get to take the pet home that day!
Additional adoption info
***Please Note: The "Apply Online" button to the right of the pet does not take you to the adoption questionnaire. Please follow the steps listed above and below to adopt this pet!
To adopt pets located at our adoption center, you must stop by during open adoption hours to start the process.
To adopt pets located at our partnering PetSmart stores, you must first visit the pet at the specific PetSmart store to start the process.
To adopt pets located in foster care, you must first submit an Anti-Cruelty Questionnaire (found on our website) to start the process.
To adopt pets located in our Home-to-Home Program, you must first contact the owner of the pet via the contact information provided in the pet's bio to start the process.
Adoption Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older for standard adoptions. Must have valid ID
Adoption fees are based on an animal's age and species.
Each adoption Includes:
1. Complete veterinary exam
2. Inoculations against rabies and other diseases
3. Heartworm test for dogs /Feline leukemia test for cats
4. Spaying or neutering (it's mandatory)
5. Collar
6. Lifetime ID tag
7. Permanent identification microchip
8. Dog leash or cat carrier
9. One month of free pet insurance for this important transitional period.
***Please Note: The "Apply Online" button to the right of the pet does not take you to the adoption questionnaire. Please follow the steps listed above and below to adopt this pet!
To adopt pets located at our adoption center, you must stop by during open adoption hours to start the process.
To adopt pets located at our partnering PetSmart stores, you must first visit the pet at the specific PetSmart store to start the process.
To adopt pets located in foster care, you must first submit an Anti-Cruelty Questionnaire (found on our website) to start the process.
To adopt pets located in our Home-to-Home Program, you must first contact the owner of the pet via the contact information provided in the pet's bio to start the process.
Adoption Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older for standard adoptions. Must have valid ID
Adoption fees are based on an animal's age and species.
Each adoption Includes:
1. Complete veterinary exam
2. Inoculations against rabies and other diseases
3. Heartworm test for dogs /Feline leukemia test for cats
4. Spaying or neutering (it's mandatory)
5. Collar
6. Lifetime ID tag
7. Permanent identification microchip
8. Dog leash or cat carrier
9. One month of free pet insurance for this important transitional period.
Our adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Avenue is open daily for walk-in adoptions from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m..
Our adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Avenue is open daily for walk-in adoptions from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m..
More about this shelter
Anti-Cruelty has been on the forefront of animal welfare and humane education since it was founded in 1899. As one of Chicago’s oldest animal welfare organizations, our history is as large as our hearts. Our mission is to build healthy, happy communities where pets and people thrive together. Our vision is to build a humane Chicago.
Anti-Cruelty has been on the forefront of animal welfare and humane education since it was founded in 1899. As one of Chicago’s oldest animal welfare organizations, our history is as large as our hearts. Our mission is to build healthy, happy communities where pets and people thrive together. Our vision is to build a humane Chicago.
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