Kimie Smothermon starts her day surrounded by the sounds of nearly 400 guinea pigs. She tends to their daily needs, an experience that can be a mix of positive and negative. Smothermon jokingly considers it overwhelming at times, but also finds motivation in caring for the animals.

The Guinea Pig Sanctuary houses a large number of guinea pigs in a modest workspace. The space is divided into stacked cages, and it can be cramped and chaotic with volunteers and visitors present. Further details about the sanctuary and Smothermon's experience are available from the source.