[Epona]

Stick insects - they are definitely not my cup of tea. I have what can probably be classed as a phobia, the sight of them makes me feel physically unwell.

Some years ago, I went with my then bf to stay for the weekend at his dad's place. We were put up in his little sister's room, and she had a huge pet stick insect. I couldn't sleep, I swear I could hear it rustling in the tank. *shudder*

Are the guinea pigs meant to be hairless? Skin diseases are pretty common in guinea pigs, and those big pet stores do not have a good reputation for keeping their animals healthy.