Sweet Herbie

[tatsxxx11]

Hi Herbie! Happy Pet of the Day to you, sweet little man, from everyone in this Guinea Pig loving home!

Oh, Herbie! How my heart swelled the moment I saw your sweet, adorable self gracing my Pet of the Day page, poring over your beyond heart-melting photo spread and reading your heart-wrenching backstory, your incredible story of survival and rescue!

As a decades long Mom to rescued Guinea Pigs, I can't thank your family enough for providing safe refuge, a loving home to so many deserving boys and girls...for saving YOU! How you managed to survive the horrors of that breeding mill is nothing short of a miracle; your will to survive and fighting spirit is an inspiration to us all!

Our Herbie was one of the lucky youngsters who survived his horrific early life (the only remnants are his chewed-up ears from overcrowded conditions).

Sadly, not all pigs can claim as happy an ending as yours, Herbie. Knowing how many pigs are irresponsibly bred, surrendered to shelters daily by irresponsible/uncaring owners, breaks my heart.

Yes, all Guinea Pigs are precious, among the sweetest and gentlest of all creatures! What many fail to realize is that they are also delicate and vulnerable animals with very specific needs: gentle handling and the avoidance of extremes in temp., especially heat and direct sunlight; daily servings of fresh timothy hay, high quality pellets (Oxbow!), generous servings of those coveted veggie and fruit treats; fresh water and supplemental vitamin C; regular nail trimmings and dental checks and of course, being the sociable animals that they are, lots of love in the form of human and/or Guinea Pig companionship!

How lucky your humans are, sweetheart, knowing the love of a pig as adorable, as sweet and loving, as special as you, Herbie! The joy, the smiles and laughter you bring to your Mom and Dad's days with your adorable antics and loving ways is testament to the priceless rewards of rescue and responsible Guinea Pig parenting! Yep, you do your beloved namesake proud, sweetheart!

Endless thanks to your devoted Mom and Dad for sharing your inspirational, life affirming, uplifting rags to riches story and wise words with us, Herbie! Hopefully those considering adding a Guinea Pig into the family will heed your Mom's age advice: adopt don't shop, and do the necessary homework before making that lifetime commitment!

Please Spread the Word: Opt to Adopt Homeless Pets from Shelters/Humane Societies because ALL Pets (big OR small) Deserve Loving Fur-ever Homes! Every living creature has their own special and unique personality and likes/dislikes. We have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know and love every little scamp we've adopted over the past 30+ years. (We are not breeders.) www.Petfinder.com is a free site where you can find homeless pets near you!

Enjoy your big day in the spotlight, Herbie...treated to extra floor time, getting into lots of fun, safe mischief; warming your Dad's lap (towel required, lol), receiving tons of gentle cuddles and kisses; feasting on your fave foods and veggie treats (not named green peppers, lol); being spoiled to the max and loved to bits! Lots of love, snuggles and smooches to you, brave, beautiful, "baaad boy" Herbie the Lovebug, our very special and most deserving Pet of the Day, EVERY day!!! (Love your photo web page!)

Precious Herbie!!!

[DonnaDWM]

Congratulations, Herbie, on being Pet of the Day
You went from rags to riches is a very short amount of time.
From one of many to one who is very much loved.
You will get the best care and love for the rest of your life.
Celebrate your very special day, and every day

[rockybudgeboa]

oops, Sorry about that. Herbie is a precious little guy <3 You should make up a facebook page for him

[CavyMom]

oops, Sorry about that. Herbie is a precious little guy <3 You should make up a facebook page for him

No problem! Thanks for your kind words about our Herbie! We do have a FB page for our adopted cavies/gps (and our love of animals) but our Scamps' photo web site is better and FULL of fun photos (holiday portraits, funny photos, bloopers, etc.) of Herbie and ALL of our beloved gps through the years - plus health info and helpful links: www.guineapigsrfun.net

[tatsxxx11]

No problem! Thanks for your kind words about our Herbie! We do have a FB page for our adopted cavies/gps (and our love of animals) but our Scamps' photo web site is better and FULL of fun photos (holiday portraits, funny photos, bloopers, etc.) of Herbie and ALL of our beloved gps through the years - plus health info and helpful links: www.guineapigsrfun.net

The photo web page is the best! So many great pics...and the comments!

[CavyMom]

The photo web page is the best! So many great pics...and the comments!

Thank you so much! The web site has been a time-consuming process but a lot of fun and a true labor of love, honoring all of our little Scamps (past and present).

[phesina]

Dearest Herbie the Lovebug, you are a true Lovebug indeed! You're absolutely beautiful, so adorable, such a precious English Short-Hair Cavy/Guinea Pig! Your colorful coat is gorgeous, and you have the sweetest face with that cute little two-tone nose and perky ears and lovely big red eyes.

What a story you have to tell! You began existence in a heartbreaking situation, at a dirty, crowded, made-for-profit, inhumane, small pet mill. Somehow you were one of the lucky youngsters rescued from that horrifying place, from which all too many animals aren't. You went on to be adopted by your wonderful Furrrever Family. Right from the start you were very outgoing. You became part of the family right away, even eating out of Daddy's hand! It took a while for you to get used to eating a healthy diet, but now you are much more fit. You are Herbie the Lovebug now, living the terrific life you deserve (and you, and all pets, have deserved all along). You and your dear Mom and Dad all love each other very much, don't you. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!

Congratulations, darling Herbie the Lovebug, on being chosen Pet of the Day! We hope you and your dear Mom and Dad and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats, including a special serving of Timothy hay, Oxbow's food, Vit. C tablets, greenleaf lettuce, cucumber, parsley, celery, carrot shreds, and maybe even a few green peppers!

[CavyMom]

Dearest Herbie the Lovebug, you are a true Lovebug indeed! You're absolutely beautiful, so adorable, such a precious English Short-Hair Cavy/Guinea Pig! Your colorful coat is gorgeous, and you have the sweetest face with that cute little two-tone nose and perky ears and lovely big red eyes.

What a story you have to tell! You began existence in a heartbreaking situation, at a dirty, crowded, made-for-profit, inhumane, small pet mill. Somehow you were one of the lucky youngsters rescued from that horrifying place, from which all too many animals aren't. You went on to be adopted by your wonderful Furrrever Family. Right from the start you were very outgoing. You became part of the family right away, even eating out of Daddy's hand! It took a while for you to get used to eating a healthy diet, but now you are much more fit. You are Herbie the Lovebug now, living the terrific life you deserve (and you, and all pets, have deserved all along). You and your dear Mom and Dad all love each other very much, don't you. What a wonderful love-filled home you share!

Congratulations, darling Herbie the Lovebug, on being chosen Pet of the Day! We hope you and your dear Mom and Dad and all your family and friends are enjoying a fine celebration, full of fun and lovies and all your favorite games and treats, including a special serving of Timothy hay, Oxbow's food, Vit. C tablets, greenleaf lettuce, cucumber, parsley, celery, carrot shreds, and maybe even a few green peppers!

Thank you so much for your kind, heartwarming words about our darling Herbie and us! It's so refreshing to hear from fellow small animal fans/fur-parents! We appreciate all your wonderful comments!

-CavyMom and CavyDad

[CavyMom]

Congratulations, Herbie, on being Pet of the Day
You went from rags to riches is a very short amount of time.
From one of many to one who is very much loved.
You will get the best care and love for the rest of your life.
Celebrate your very special day, and every day

Thank you, Donna, for your sweet words about our precious little Herbie the Lovebug! We often think about Herbie's terrible beginning in life and we're so grateful that he was Heaven-sent to us ... We just wish we could save ALL the pets (big and small) from horrible pet mills and terrible homes! God Bless All the Animals and Guardian Angels like You!!

CavyMom and CavyDad

[CavyMom]

Hi Herbie! Happy Pet of the Day to you, sweet little man, from everyone in this Guinea Pig loving home!

Oh, Herbie! How my heart swelled the moment I saw your sweet, adorable self gracing my Pet of the Day page, poring over your beyond heart-melting photo spread and reading your heart-wrenching backstory, your incredible story of survival and rescue!

As a decades long Mom to rescued Guinea Pigs, I can't thank your family enough for providing safe refuge, a loving home to so many deserving boys and girls...for saving YOU! How you managed to survive the horrors of that breeding mill is nothing short of a miracle; your will to survive and fighting spirit is an inspiration to us all!



Sadly, not all pigs can claim as happy an ending as yours, Herbie. Knowing how many pigs are irresponsibly bred, surrendered to shelters daily by irresponsible/uncaring owners, breaks my heart.

Yes, all Guinea Pigs are precious, among the sweetest and gentlest of all creatures! What many fail to realize is that they are also delicate and vulnerable animals with very specific needs: gentle handling and the avoidance of extremes in temp., especially heat and direct sunlight; daily servings of fresh timothy hay, high quality pellets (Oxbow!), generous servings of those coveted veggie and fruit treats; fresh water and supplemental vitamin C; regular nail trimmings and dental checks and of course, being the sociable animals that they are, lots of love in the form of human and/or Guinea Pig companionship!

How lucky your humans are, sweetheart, knowing the love of a pig as adorable, as sweet and loving, as special as you, Herbie! The joy, the smiles and laughter you bring to your Mom and Dad's days with your adorable antics and loving ways is testament to the priceless rewards of rescue and responsible Guinea Pig parenting! Yep, you do your beloved namesake proud, sweetheart!

Endless thanks to your devoted Mom and Dad for sharing your inspirational, life affirming, uplifting rags to riches story and wise words with us, Herbie! Hopefully those considering adding a Guinea Pig into the family will heed your Mom's age advice: adopt don't shop, and do the necessary homework before making that lifetime commitment!



Enjoy your big day in the spotlight, Herbie...treated to extra floor time, getting into lots of fun, safe mischief; warming your Dad's lap (towel required, lol), receiving tons of gentle cuddles and kisses; feasting on your fave foods and veggie treats (not named green peppers, lol); being spoiled to the max and loved to bits! Lots of love, snuggles and smooches to you, brave, beautiful, "baaad boy" Herbie the Lovebug, our very special and most deserving Pet of the Day, EVERY day!!! (Love your photo web page!)

Precious Herbie!!!

Thank you so much for your kind words about our precious Herbie the Lovebug (a.k.a. our "baaad boy" sometimes ~ LOL), his fun photo web page, and us, his fur-parents!

We couldn't agree with you more that cavies/gps are very delicate, vulnerable, sweet, gentle, precious pets that need and deserve responsible care (unconditional love, proper nutrition/diet, Vit. C, Timothy hay, knowledgeable veterinarian, safety, comfortable temperatures, clean and roomy environment, etc).

Our hearts break, too, plus many tears have been shed re: all the poor animals that are disrespectfully and inhumanely bred purely for profit and how many, ultimately, are dumped heartlessly at shelters (if they live that long). We always pray that people will, as you mentioned, "do their homework before making that lifetime commitment" for every pet, no matter how small.

As you know, the world is such a stressful place ... Sweethearts like Herbie are truly Heaven-sent to bring us JOY midst the madness and sadness.

-Herbie's CavyMom and CavyDad

P.S. I love the quote of Lou Costello that I attached to Herbie's photo (both of them are in fashionable derbys) because Lou's description of his sweet film character reminds me of the way small animals/rodents are often treated - they are "underdogs" and many people don't "pay much attention" to them ... Many people don't respect them because of their small, vulnerable size and they are mistakenly called "starter pets" and thought of as "disposable," and that infuriates me.