Guinea Pigs

If you are wondering whether your guinea pig is bored and needs entertainment or are worried about them watching the TV in the same room as you, this article is …

You’ve just set up space for your guinea pigs; there’s plenty of room to run around, plus a ramp leading to a comfy loft: the perfect perch for guinea pigs …

It is common to think of rabies with dogs and cats, but any mammal, including guinea pigs, can get rabies.  Rabies is caused by viral infections that attack the animal’s …

Let’s picture a common scenario: you diligently ensure your guinea pig’s water bottle has fresh water. But the water level never seems to go down.  Even more strangely, you’ve never …

Have you noticed that your guinea pig likes to sniff or bite other guinea pigs’ bums? Guinea pigs may bite at each other’s bums for many reasons, but it does …

Guinea pigs drinking tea is not commonly heard of since they should have constant access to fresh water.  To many people’s surprise, with veterinary guidance, caffeine-free tea in tiny amounts …

Guinea pigs are known for their wide range of vocal communication. Although most pet owners are familiar with their pets’ squeaking sounds, many are confused when their guinea pigs begin …

Unless you are experienced with breeding and raising guinea pigs, it can be hard to determine when it is time to separate a sow from her young. If they are …

Distinguishing between pregnancy and obesity can be tricky with guinea pigs. It is not uncommon for guinea pig owners to suddenly notice a new litter of guinea pig pups without …

Guinea pigs are such cute creatures that sometimes it is impossible to stop yourself from kissing them. But do they like being kissed? We must look for signs of whether …