Fun petting zoo parties for San Diego kids with an adorable lineup of domesticated animals.
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Cute Guinea Pigs
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Despite their common name, Guinea Pigs are not in the pig family, nor do they come from Guinea in Africa. The origin of their name is still unclear; but they originated in the Andes of South America.
Their docile nature; friendly, even affectionate, responsiveness to handling and feeding; and the relative ease of caring for them have made and continue to make guinea pigs a popular choice of pet.
NOTE: The color markings or particular breed of the animals may vary by location
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Cuddly Bunnies
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European rabbit, which has been introduced on every continent except Antarctica, is familiar throughout the world as a wild prey animal and as a domesticated form of livestock and pet.
With its widespread effect on ecology and cultures, the rabbit (or bunny) is, in many areas of the world, a part of daily life and a source of artistic inspiration.
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Cool Bearded Dragons
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Bearded dragons originate from deserts in Australia, with the various species occupying slightly overlapping areas of the landmass. They live in the arid and subtropical woodlands, scrublands, savannas, shore areas, and into the great interior deserts.
Their range extends throughout the interior of the eastern states to the eastern half of South Australia and southeastern Northern Territory. They are considered to be semi-arboreal and will quite readily climb and bask at height. This is also linked to dominance behaviour and competition for territory/basking areas. |
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Cozy Chinchillas
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Chinchillas are slightly larger and more robust than ground squirrels, and are native to the Andes mountains in South America. They live in colonies at very high elevations. Historically, chinchillas lived in an area that included parts of Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, and Chile, but today, colonies in the wild are known only in Chile.
The chinchilla has the densest fur of all mammals that live on land. By the end of the 19th century, chinchillas had become quite rare after being hunted for their ultra-soft fur. Domesticated chinchillas are sometimes kept as pets, and may be considered a pocket pet. |
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Nigerian Dwarf Goats
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The Nigerian Dwarf is small but well-proportioned goat; its conformation resembles that of larger dairy goats and it may be horned or naturally hornless.
The coat is fine and fairly short, and may be of any color, or multicolored; gold, chocolate and black, frequently with white markings. |
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Soft Silkie Birds
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The Silkie is a breed of chicken named for its uncharacteristic fluffy plumage, which is said to feel like silk and satin. .
The breed has several other unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot, whereas most chickens only have four. They are often exhibited in poultry shows, and appear in various colors. In addition to their distinctive physical characteristics, Silkies are well known for their calm, friendly temperament. It is among the most docile of poultry. |
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Skinny Pigs
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Skinny pigs are also very social animals. They can be desensitized to other pets and people, but most prefer a compatible companion of the same species.
Once skinny pigs are accustomed to being held, they make for cuddly companions, but it might take some time to get used to petting a hairless animal |
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