The Raising and Care of Guinea Pigs by Allen Christian Smith
"The Raising and Care of Guinea Pigs" by Allen Christian Smith is a comprehensive guidebook on the breeding, feeding, housing, exhibiting, and marketing of guinea pigs, written during the early 20th century. The book discusses the suitability of guinea pigs for various uses including as pets, for scientific research, and as food. It provides practical advice for both amateur and commercial breeders, making it a helpful resource for anyone interested in raisingthese animals. The book walks readers through the essentials of guinea pig care, beginning with an introduction to the animal’s history and natural habitat. It details different breeds, their dietary needs, and guidelines for breeding practices, including considerations for housing environments and health maintenance. Smith emphasizes the economic potential of guinea pig farming, explaining the profitability of breeding these creatures for laboratory research, pet markets, and potential meat consumption. With clear instructions and an optimistic view of guinea pig raising, this guide serves as both an educational tool and an encouragement for prospective breeders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Allen Christian, 1882- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 15004969 |
| Title | The Raising and Care of Guinea Pigs A complete guide to the breeding, feeding, housing, exhibiting and marketing of cavies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Guinea pigs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32189 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 177 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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