Pet Guinea Pigs Research Paper

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Teachers are one of the most influential people in a student’s life. They encourage new thoughts and memories that a student could have never conceived without their assistance. My most influential teacher is actually my pet guinea pig, Skunky. I’ve always owned a furry companion throughout my whole life, ranging from rabbits to hamsters to guinea pigs. I love them because one day while everyone else might be upset with me, I would always have someone to go home and talk to. I consider my pets part of the family and a part of my unconditional love goes towards them. When I entered high school, my passion for animal care was expanded as I joined my school’s animal welfare club
Skunky, my guinea pig who I bought in seventh grade, recently passed

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