If you’re an overthinker like me, you might be wondering how to set up your guinea pigs’ water. What temperature should it be? Do they prefer bowls or bottles? The best thing for guinea pigs to drink is soft or filtered tap water at room temperature. Most guinea pigs prefer water bottles, but a few…
Are you worried your guinea pig might be dying, or wondering what to look for as your guinea pigs age? Signs your guinea pig might be dying include weight loss, poor appetite, and lethargy. Dying guinea pigs may have loud, labored breathing, or slow, shallow breaths. If you think your guinea pig might be dying,…
Guinea pigs can get sick or injured just like humans, so it’s a good idea to keep an emergency kit in your home in case of illness or accidents. If you’re new to guinea pigs, you might wonder what should be included in this kit! Your guinea pigs’ emergency kit should include items for grooming…
Critical Care for guinea pigs is produced by Oxbow. It’s also a term used more broadly to refer to recovery foods, which are fed when guinea pigs are unwell and need more food moving through their gut. They’re also used to keep piggies from losing weight when they’re old or recovering from surgery or illness….
Many common health issues in guinea pigs are a result of poor diet or unsanitary conditions, such as scurvy, bumblefoot, and more. They’re also very prone to respiratory diseases and gastrointestinal problems, which can be fatal if left untreated. Illnesses can progress quickly in guinea pigs, so it’s important to educate yourself on their common…
Guinea pigs are well-known for their love of food! However, they’re rarely fat. This is because of the sheer volume of food they need to eat just to regulate their weight. If your guinea pig is too fat, they’ll have a U-shaped belly that hangs down or touches the floor. It’ll be hard to see…
Guinea pigs love to munch on fresh grass, and growing your own grass for them is not only a cost-effective option but also provides them with a nutritious and flavorful meal. Whether you choose to grow grass indoors or outdoors, you can use several methods and materials to successfully cultivate grass for your furry friends….
Exercise is important for every animal to thrive. Guinea pigs need to be able to walk, run, and explore. They also require mental enrichment in order to thrive! The best way to exercise your guinea pigs is to give them a large cage–the bigger the better! Guinea pigs are also more active when they have…
If you’re going on vacation, or even if you’re unexpectedly stuck away from home overnight, you might wonder if your guinea pigs will be okay on their own. How long can they go without food or water? Guinea pigs can go into GI Stasis, a deadly condition where their digestive tract slows, after just 6-8…