Bob Matthews
With more than 30 years of engineering and management experience, Bob Matthews does all C&C cage engineering at BlueStoneCommerce - an innovative seller of C&C cages for guinea pigs and rabbits. Visit us at http://www.BlueStoneCommerce.com or our blog at http://www.bluestonecommerce.blogspot.com
Articles by this Author
Sympathy Wording – How to Ease the Writing Task
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 14th 2010
- Death
- Unrated
Composing Sincere Sympathy Wording is Not an Easy Task
Choosing sympathy wording for bereavement cards is never a simple matter You feel like you are “on the spot”
Writing Sincere Words of Condolence
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 14th 2010
- Family Concerns
- Unrated
Your Support is Important
When a friend loses a close loved one, it often feels to us that there is nothing that we can do or say that would be of any help to our friend While it’s true that anything we do or say will not make the grief go away, a short note or card with well thought out words of condolence can go a long way toward taking the edge off of the traumatic situation
How to Find the Right Sympathy Messages to Express Your Sympathy
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 8th 2010
- Culture
- Unrated
When someone close to you has passed away, you may have difficulty composing just the right sympathy messages to express your sympathy and support Additionally, the extreme sorrow you may be personally feeling can serve to make the task even harder
Sympathy Messages – Tips For Writing Them
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Wednesday 3rd 2010
- Writing
- Unrated
Supporting Friends and Relatives with Sympathy Messages
Sure, writing good quality sympathy messages is difficult But the time directly following the loss of a loved one is not a time to be thinking of ourselves
Guinea Pig Cages How to Build a C&C Cage
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 21st 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
C&C cages are becoming increasingly popular Their usage has increased dramatically over the past few years
Guinea Pig Cages - The Most Important Element in Guinea Pig Cage Cleaning
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 21st 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
One of the most important factors in insuring that your guinea pig cage is easy to clean is ironically also one of the most overlooked criteria in cage selection If you want to be assured that the next cage you purchase will be easy to clean and maintain, be sure to read on
Guinea Pigs - The History and Origins of the Guinea Pig
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 13th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs and humans share a history of more than 10,000 years The cavy originated in Central and South America
Guinea Pigs – How to Care For Your Cavy
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 13th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
The guinea pig – also known as a cavy – is one of the more popular pets in North America This is largely because they are friendly, docile and amiable creatures
Guinea Pigs – a Cavy Q&A
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 13th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
The guinea pig is one of the most popular pets in North America In spite of this, there are many facts about this little creature that are not commonly known by most people
Guinea Pig Cages - The Most Commonly Overlooked Factor in Choosing a Cage
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 13th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
When you go shopping for a guinea pig cage, what are the things you consider Color
Guinea Pigs – How to Exercise Your Guinea Pig
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 13th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
With a hamster, you can just toss a wheel in its cage and it’ll hop right on it and chug away – going nowhere – and he’ll be perfectly happy It reminds me of the people you see at the health club - chugging away on their elliptical trainers – going nowhere – but getting healthier
Guinea Pigs - Characteristics of the Common Guinea Pig
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Thursday 10th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Over the past century, the guinea pig has become a popular pet in the United States While we are all familiar with this common animal, there are many facts concerning it that are not necessarily common knowledge
Guinea Pig Cages – is Your Guinea Pig Cage Large Enough?
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 8th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Your choice of cage is one of the most important considerations in determining the quality of life that your guinea pig will enjoy while living under your care One must keep in mind that the cage is much more than just a container or enclosure to contain the cavy; it is the most major and important element in your pig’s immediate living environment
Guinea Pigs – the Role of the Guinea Pig in Today’s World
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Sunday 6th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs – we’re all familiar with this small rodent We know what they look like and what they’re used for
Guinea Pigs – Who Are They and Where Did They Come From?
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 1st 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
The cute and cuddly little guinea pig has anything but a cute and cuddly scientific name – Caviidae porcellus The domestic guinea pig is a rodent and, among others, his relatives are the beaver, the mouse and the porcupine
Guinea Pigs – Cavies and Children – Are They a Good Mix?
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Friday 27th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
If children are older and reasonably responsible, they can (and should) take on a role in the care of your family’s guinea pig With the words: Okay, we’ll get a guinea pig – but you will have to take care of it, many parents are tempted to completely abdicate their pig care responsibilities and assign them all to the child
Guinea Pigs – the Importance of Vitamin C
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Friday 27th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
You and your guinea pig may have more in common than you realize Both you and your guinea pig must have vitamin C to survive
Guinea Pig Cages – Where to Locate Your Cavy’s Home
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Friday 27th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
You’ve brought home your new guinea pig(s), chosen a suitable and roomy cage – now, where do you put it A) Garage, B) Closet C) In front of a window D) None of the above
Guinea Pigs – Guinea Pig Sounds – What is Your Pig Saying to You?
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Thursday 26th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Unlike rabbits, guinea pigs are not quiet animals Guinea pigs make a lot of noise – especially in groups – and are in constant communication with each other and with their owners
Guinea Pigs – 7 Interesting Facts You Should Know
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Thursday 26th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
As a guinea pig owner, you no doubt have a keen interest in learning about their origins, habits, behaviors and characteristics
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Guinea Pig Cages – Why Your C&C Cage May Need a Bottom
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Thursday 26th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
In today’s short article, we are going to talk about bottoms No – I don’t want to discuss your bottom – or even your guinea pig’s bottom
Guinea Pigs – a Great Pet For Animal Lovers
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Thursday 26th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs are intensely social creatures In the wild they originally lived in groups called herds
Guinea Pigs – a Cute Little Pet Living a Lie
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 24th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
True or false: Guinea pigs are small, hybrid animals that have been cultivated and cross-bred from wild pigs originally captured on the island of New Guinea The fact that this animal was originally cross-bred in the laboratory to establish a pig breed that was both of friendly disposition and small enough to keep as a house pet, is the reason that the guinea pig still remains associated with labs in most of our minds today
Guinea Pig Cages - Characteristics of C&C Cages
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 24th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
What is a C&C Cage
First of all, I mention the phrase C&C cage in the title of this article
Guinea Pig Cages - Building Your Own
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 24th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs are lovable little creatures They make great pets, are relatively easy to care for and can be very friendly if they are brought up with care and kindness
Guinea Pig Cages - C&C Guinea Pig Cage Danger Alert
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 24th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
In recent years, C&C (Cubes and Coroplast) cages have grown steadily in popularity and have taken over a significant segment of the small animal pet cage market A quick online search will reveal several web sites that now offer instructions for building basic rudimentary cages
Guinea Pig Cages - A Guinea Pig's Diary
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Tuesday 24th 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Day 1: My name is Scooter I'm a guinea pig - or cavy, if you prefer
Guinea Pigs - Are You a Good Candidate For a Guinea Pig Owner?
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs are wonderful pets with great dispositions They require little maintenance and make terrific pets for older children
Guinea Pig Cages - Guinea Pig Cage Safety and Danger Alert
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
A guinea pig is just a rodent - a tiny insignificant animal Sure, the kids like them
Guinea Pigs - A Quick-Start Guinea Pig Owners Guide
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
So you've just brought your new guinea pig home from the shelter or pet store And now, you're not entirely sure what to do
Guinea Pigs – a Quick Overview of Breeds
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
When we think of a guinea pig, we usually picture the American Guinea Pig – the “classic” or “standard” guinea pig – and also the most common But there are also several other breeds in addition to the common American Guinea Pig
Guinea Pigs – Strange Behaviors You May Observe
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Monday 23rd 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
Guinea pigs make great pets They are generally friendly and good-natured – although some may tend to be on the shy side
Guinea Pig Cage - Four Factors In Choosing A Good Cage
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Saturday 21st 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
What Size Cage is Best for My Pigs
In reality, there is no best size for a guinea pig cage
Guinea Pig Cages - C&C Cages Defined
- By Bob Matthews
- Published Saturday 21st 2009
- Pets
- Unrated
What are C&C cages and what makes them so popular Let's take a closer look at the C&C cage:
As far as we can tell, the original C&C cage design was developed (and made popular) a few years ago by an innovative guinea pig rescue organization
