Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs aren’t very high-maintenance pets. As long as you provide them with a spacious and secure enclosure, plenty of fresh water and a nutritious diet, they’ll usually live long, healthy lives. However, there are…

As people, we spend roughly one-third of our lives sleeping. That’s a whole lot of shut-eye, but have you ever stopped to wonder how much time your guinea pig spends asleep? Now that we mention…

If you’ve ever been woken in the night by your guinea pigs playing or chattering in their cage, you’ll no doubt be aware that cavies can be active at any hour of the day or…

If you’re preparing to welcome a guinea pig into your family, there’s one important question you’ll need to answer: Should I get a male or a female guinea pig? The good news is that there’s…

Guinea pigs are social creatures and generally prefer company to being alone. Unfortunately, two or more cavies sharing a cage don’t always get on like a house on fire, and this can sometimes lead to…

Tomatoes are a staple in the diets of people all around the world. They’re juicy, delicious and incredibly versatile, and can be used in a huge range of dishes. But while they’re a popular food…

Like most guinea pig owners, you probably want to spoil your pet as much as possible. A lot of owners like to do so by giving their guinea pig delicious treats, including fruits. We’ll discuss…

As far as healthy summer snacks go, grapes are perfect. They’re tasty and delicious, and you can choose to nibble on a few or devour a whole bunch. But what about if you want to…

If you ask any guinea pig owner what the worst part of caring for a cavy is, chances are they’ll say “cleaning the cage“. A clean cage is essential to help your guinea pig stay…

Diet is likely the single most important aspect of guinea pig care. Typically, a combination of nutritious pellets and fresh timothy hay are the best recipe for success, but you can also give your pet…