In Switzerland, it is illegal to own a single guinea pig because they are social animals that need companionship. Here’s a list of reasons:
Social nature: In the wild, guinea pigs live in groups of up to 10 and communicate with each other through body language and vocalizations.
Well-being: Guinea pigs can suffer mentally and physically when they are housed alone.
Animal welfare: Switzerland’s law reflects the country’s commitment to animal welfare.
Animal Protection Ordinance: Article 13 of Switzerland’s Animal Protection Ordinance states that social animals must have adequate social contact with other animals of the same species.
Animal abuse: Switzerland considers owning a single guinea pig to be animal abuse.
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