We have new babies!!

We've had them for just over a week now, but they're finally set up in their proper run and have settled in beautifully

Any guesses before I reveal all?!

Haha well I guess this section of the forum narrows it down somewhat anyway hehe, but we have...

Two guinea pigs!!

They are absolutely gorgeous. My girl is called Quintrix (I know, a right mouthful! Quinny or Trixie for short though ) and Edge's little one is called Rosa. They're Abyssinian, which means they have adorable tufty medium length hair - I am in love!!

We don't know how old they are as they were abandoned outside the charity, then adopted by us! They are fully grown though and have quickly grown used to our company, I wonder if because they are housed inside so around us a lot? They are very very cuddley piggies though!!

Trixie is the darker of the two, mainly dark browny ginger and black. She has a light brown splodge around her nose on her otherwise black face which is adorable! Trixie adores cuddles and will happily snug under my chin or into my hair whilst I am lying on the bed reading for hours. She also adores to be brushed

Rosa is the vocal girl; she constantly chatters to whomever is nearby! She likes to be kept busy, exploring and nibbling anything within reach! Most times Edge has to stand and sing to her, as that is the only thing that will keep her still!! Rosa is an absolute cutey, she is mostly white (just about!) with black and beige patches. She is also incredibly tufty, her hair springs from her body making Trixie look quite neat in comparison!

They both love hiding in log tunnels and eating carrots and cabbages. Rosa seems to enjoy banana, whilst Trixie prefers green beens. Neither of them are a fan of apple.

They are indoor piggies that live in our bedroom, as its far too cold for them outside. We have harnesses ready for outdoor walkies in the summer (I kid you not!!) and of course a run so they can soak up the sunshine

Pics to come soon!!

Photo's are coming, but first I should announce that I have changed my piggle's name to: Lazlo!

I've had a really really tough time naming her, and have figured out why. It's because face-on guinea pigs look stupid and funny, and suit names like Smudge or Pookie, but from the side they look cute and pretty, and suit names like Abbey.

Here are a quick list (seriously...) of some of the names I considered for Lazlo:

Phoenix
Abeline
Pixie
Pookie
Fia
Sparky
Elektra
Abraxus
Nona
Sparrow
Quiver


But yes, Lazlo it is!


Lazlo by Redanimallover, on Flickr

Cute cute cute cute cute! And, because I am a terribly abusive owner (), I have bought her a collar!!!


My gir! by Redanimallover, on Flickr

She is my baby, I am SO in love with her it's ridiculous, our snuggles in the morning are the best wake up ever


Lazlo in her collar! by Redanimallover, on Flickr

And Lyle's little lass, Rosa!


She is so cute! by Redanimallover, on Flickr

I think Rosa is the more traditionally "cute" one (although I would never tell Lazlo that!)


Rosa by Redanimallover, on Flickr

Just gorgeous


Rosa by Redanimallover, on Flickr

And their play area in their open-topped cage


Play area by Redanimallover, on Flickr

Red I havve not cheated ir read further but here is my guess how fun!! I think you have rescued two dwarf rabbits??

Oh red how adorable guinea pigs!!!! They are simply gorgeous so cute! Oh you did struggle to name her didn't you!! Has Lazlo stuck? I love hearing their different personalyties just too cute!

Thanks Janet They are really really sweet. I had them both in bed with me today and at different points they were both snuggled up under the covers with me sleeping!

I've asked for a much much bigger cage for the piggles as a Christmas present - its gonna be AWESOME! Not only is it twice as big as their current one but it also has a 'loft', a second level too! I can't wait; yesterday we went furniture shopping and bought a large cabinet with storage underneath for all their supplies!

Hello red did you get your wish????

Haha I did, yes

Haven't had chance to fix it all up yet, as we need to sort some flooring out. But the girls love running around in there! They popcorn all over the place and love to chase each other - they're quite fast actually!!