Cavy| 4-H Project Resources & Curriculum

Cavies, commonly known as guinea pigs, are delightful animals. Although timid, they generously give affection for a small amount of care. Through this project, you will reap many rewards including the companionship of the animal. The cavy is popular as a pet because of its docile, gentle manner and attractive, roly-poly appearance.

• University of Arizona Cooperative Extension's Small Stock Essentials Volume 1 fact sheet with information on poultry projects
• University of Arizona Extension's Pima County small animal project webpage with guides and rule books for Cavy projects
• 4-H Cavy Project Leader's guide from Oregon State University Extension
• Cavy showmanship guide from University of New Hampshire Extension
• University of Michigan Extension's Cavy Fitting and Showmanship guide
• Cavy Curriculum Resource Handbook - National 4-H