Problem: Article: Set up a routine for feeding your guinea pig. Try to feed them at the same times in the day. Also, try to feed them in a place they feel safe, such as their cage or play area.  A consistent schedule will mean that your guinea pig begins to associate you with food; this is key to forming a bond with your guinea pig. Remember that whoever feeds the guinea pig will likely be the person they bond with first. If multiple people are going to oversee feeding, give them an assigned time. You can feed them in the morning, and your daughter in the evening. Or feed the guinea pig together so it gets used to both of you. The goal of using snacks is to have the guinea pig associate you with food. This is a positive association that will help the guinea pig to feel comfortable around you.  At first, just place the treats in the cage. Then after a few days, hold it in your hand and see if the guinea pig will come closer to you. If they won’t come all the way, toss the food gently in their direction. Have the guinea come closer each time you offer snacks. Eventually, it will begin to take it out of your hand and will begin to feel less nervous around you. Make sure you are talking in a calm yet happy voice as you feed them. Grass, vegetables, and some fruit are all tasty treats for your guinea pig. Try foods such as cucumber, carrots, banana slices, romaine lettuce, and seedless apples.  Pet stores also sell treats marketed for guinea pigs and other small animals. Make sure you read the labels first; some have a lot of high fructose corn syrup and are full of empty calories. Give all treats in moderation. Too much sugar, empty calories, or just overfeeding can cause your guinea pig to become obese. This can have serious health complications for your pet and may shorten its lifespan.
Summary: Be consistent about your guinea pig’s feeding schedule. Use hand feeding to develop a sense of trust. Treat your guinea pigs to healthy snacks.

Problem: Article: Check online or in your local phone book to find a reliable locksmith. Call them to make sure that they offer safe-opening services and find out what the fees are.  The most common reason to need a locksmith is because you have forgotten or lost the combination to your safe. Occasionally safes can also jam or become damaged, in which case you will require the services of a locksmith to get them open and repair them.  Ask the locksmith if you will need to provide documentation to prove that you are the owner of the safe before they will open it. Schedule a house call, or take your safe in to the locksmith if it is small enough to transport yourself. Make sure you have enough time for the scheduled appointment, some safes will take longer to open depending on the complexity of the lock. Many locksmiths offer 24-hour services, in case you need something out of your safe urgently. Have the locksmith reset the combination on your safe. Store the new combo in a file cabinet or digitally where you can easily find it next time you need it. If you called a locksmith because your safe jammed or broke, make sure they perform any necessary repairs and that it is functioning before they leave.
Summary:
Find a trusted locksmith in your area. Set an appointment with the locksmith to have them open your safe. Reset the combination and write it down in a safe place.