Animal Welfare Regulations - (Apply to Pet Merchants Only)

Part 3 - Standards: Subpart B - Specifications For Handling, Care, Treatment, And Transportation Of Guinea Pigs, Hamsters And Other Rodents.

Section 3.30 Watering

Unless food supplements consumed by guinea pigs, hamsters or other rodents supply them with their normal water requirements, potable water shall be provided daily except as might otherwise be required to provide adequate veterinary care. Open containers used for dispensing water to guinea pigs, hamsters or other rodents shall be so placed in or attached to the primary enclosures as to minimize contamination from excreta. All watering receptacles shall be sanitized when dirty.