I had a Guinea her name was Fleetwood she lived to be almost 10.5yrs. before she went to the "Bridge". She was both a joy and a brat...very demanding!...weep! Weeeep! WEEEEEEEEP! You WILL have so much FUN with your Guinea. The only thing I can remember (as this was long ago)is to make sure he/she gets Plenty of veggies. And LOTS OF LOVE!