A woman who kept guinea pigs and rabbits in cages "overflowing with faeces" has been banned from owning pets. Lauren Boardman, aged 25, kept 74 rabbits and guinea pigs and two French bulldogs.

A woman who kept guinea pigs and rabbits in cages "overflowing with faeces" has been banned from owning pets. Lauren Boardman, aged 25, kept 74 rabbits and guinea pigs and two French bulldogs.

Before I had a guinea pig, I didn’t know anything about caring for an exotic pet — meaning a variety that is not a dog or cat. I quickly learned that these pets need specialized care, both at home and ...

As a child, when I collected grasses and herbs for my small pets, I was meticulous about ensuring all the greens were dry. I was told: Wet grass gives rabbits and guinea pigs stomachaches. And if ...

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