This is Alvin, my son’s white crested Guinea pig. He is 7 months old and full of energy. He made the 20-hour trip in the car from Tampa to Old Lyme in May. He loves green peppers and lettuce. He wheeps when he hears the refrigerator open because he knows that’s where his treats are.

Please put Alvin in the paper!

Thanks.

Marisa Hartmann

Old Lyme

My Pet Pal is a reader-submitted feature that highlights local residents and their favorite furry, feathery or scaly friends. Send a photo of you and your pet, along with a short description of what makes them a great companion, your name and what town you live in to times@theday.com. Include "pet pal" in the subject line.