Guinea Pigs also tend to be creatures of habit. It is common for them to refuse food and water if there is any abrupt change in its taste, odor, texture or form. Foods should be provided in heavy ceramic bowls or feeders. The feeders should be high enough to keep bedding and feces out of the food, but low enough for easy access by the animal. A water bottle equipped with a sipper tube works well for guinea pigs.
Guinea pigs tend to contaminate and clog their water bottles.
It is necessary to clean and disinfect all food and water containers daily. They rarely bite or scratch when handed. Instead, they protest with a high-pitched squeal. When handling, place one hand under the guinea pig's chest and abdomen, while the other hand supports its hindquarters. Wood should not be used since it is not only difficult to clean, but is subject to gnawing.