Alexandria Pet Of The Week: Pint-Sized Guinea Pig Love

ALEXANDRIA, VA — If you're looking for a new pet to join your family, consider starting your search at the animal shelter.

Patch regularly features adoptable pets from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, which runs the city's animal shelter.

This week's adoptable pet is Coco. Families looking for a smaller pet will love this friendly guinea pig who loves to get treats and pets.

Here's more information from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria:

Coco is a 4-year-old tri-color guinea pig who is searching for a new home. Coco is extremely outgoing, charming and friendly. When she hears anyone near her enclosure, she's sure to send out some excited chirps and whistles to get your attention. If that doesn't work, she will gently nibble at the door. Coco really enjoys small snacks of lettuce, carrots, and blueberries. She also likes her Timothy biscuits. She will gently and excitedly come take her treats from your hand and stay nearby for pets. Coco is definitely the life of the piggie party!