Category: Guinea Pigs

The sense of smell for me is the most powerful of all my senses. Do you agree? Do guinea pigs smell more than rabbits or hamsters? Is it because of their urine or an underlying illness? Guinea...

When my guinea pig first coughed, I thought it was cute. Then it happened again, and again. Why is my guinea pig coughing? Do I go to the vet right away or look closely at the living situation I...

When my guinea pig sneezes or has a runny nose, I immediately assume the worst. When it is time to seek a vet's diagnosis? Do guinea pigs get colds and do they recover on their own? What should...

Of all the guinea pig articles I've written, I never thought I would have to dive into this topic. Do guinea pigs have periods? Why is this a popular question and how can I help explain it in the...

None of my guinea pigs have red eyes, but I have been asked why do guinea pigs have red eyes many times. I needed to put together the best possible explanation in an article for them and for all...

It's that time again to talk about guinea pig poop. What's the easiest way to clean it up? Can you vacuum guinea pig poop? Are guinea pigs scared of vacuum cleaners? I was nervous too when I first...

I think pine bedding for guinea pigs is a hit-and-miss topic. What do you think? Do you want to know if pine bedding is good for guinea pigs? It's important to dive deeper to figure out what kind...

One of my male guinea pigs was humping the other male. My brother was fascinated, but I knew this was a sign of guinea pig dominance. How long does guinea pig dominance last? Do you have to step...

“Sound the alarms! Call in the guards! Code Red: Guinea Pig Chewing on Cage!” Is this an escape attempt? Why was my newest guinea pig constantly chewing on her cage? She was placed in a...

I cried when our first guinea pig passed away. We still have two more and I asked myself, ”Do guinea pigs cry?” Were they grieving too? What happened to us may not have happened to you, but we...

Another day with another fresh guinea pig pee stain on my shirt, skirt or pants. Why does my guinea pig pee on me? How often does your guinea pig pee on you, the carpet or sofa? Can you potty...

Goodnight sweet guinea pig. Do guinea pigs dream? Do they have visions of fresh grassy meadows and bountiful veggies and herbs? Do guinea pigs like to be in the dark? Are guinea pigs loud at...

Are you considering putting Guinea pigs and Hamsters together? Can these two pets get along? Or will they fight to the death? Here, I’ll teach you everything you need to...

Are you thinking to replace your water bottle with a bowl in your guinea pig cage and are wondering Can Guinea Pigs Drink From a Bowl? Is it a good idea to replace the water...

If you own a guinea pig, you might have noticed them grinding their teeth from time to time. Teeth grinding is called bruxism. There are a few reasons guinea pigs might do...

Is your guinea pig looking too big or too skinny? Are you wondering How Can I Help My Guinea Pig Gain or Lose Weight? Do you need to figure out if this weight gain or loss can be reversed or...

If you own a guinea pig, you have probably had to deal with foot spurs at some point. If you are new to the world of guinea pig ownership, finding spurs on your guinea pig’s foot can be a...

Do you wish to treat your guinea pig’s skin ailments with Sudocrem? Are you wondering if can you use sudocrem on Guinea Pigs? Is it safe for your cavy companion? In this article, we’ll...

Have you noticed your guinea pig’s pee is white? Do you know Why Is My Guinea Pigs Pee White and what it means? Is it something to be concerned about, Do you need to do anything? I...

If you have noticed that your guinea pig has cloudy eyes you will naturally be worried, and wonder Why is My Guinea Pig’s Eye Cloudy? what it could mean. A healthy guinea pig’s eyes should...

Has your guinea pig suddenly become tired or lethargic, seemingly for no reason? This can be especially baffling and concerning if your guinea pig is still relatively young and...

Do you know why guinea pig hoots? Have you noticed your guinea pig continuously hooting for some days? Are they trying to tell you something? In this article, we will help you identify...

Have you noticed that your guinea pig has just had something that looks like a nose bleed? Do guinea pigs even get nosebleeds or was it something else? Are you worried that there is...

If you need to know about guinea pig vomiting and gagging, and why your guinea pig makes gagging noises and what to do. Guinea pigs cannot vomit, but they do store a soupy mush in the back of...

Having a new guinea pig can be scary if they care constantly gagging. You worry about them constantly. Guinea pigs are known to gag or choke from time to time. Maybe this has happened to...

Guinea pigs are undoubtedly some of the best pets you can have in your home. They are easy to care for and gentle to be around. Guinea pigs are also friendly, and they offer great...

Every once in a while, you may need to be away from your furry piggy for a few days or a few hours. Like other living beings, you must ensure your guinea pig has enough food and...

Hamsters are rodents kept at home as pets. They are friendly animals thus suitable for school-going children. Apart from that, they are interactive and fun to be with. Like Hamsters, Guinea...

If you are looking into adding a furry friend to your home, you may want to consider a guinea pig. Guinea pigs live for several years, they are personable, fun to play with, and...

Did you just find hair and you are wondering why guinea pigs lose hair? Why is their hair falling out? Are they ill? Do they shed? Is there an issue with your pet guinea pig you need to take action...

You would think that furry pets such as guinea pigs would automatically be affectionate. After all, they are so cute, how couldn't they be? However, loving these tiny, furry, gentle creatures...

Watch any pet competition show, and you will be shocked at how sharp some of the animals are. If you are a rodent owner, you may be wondering just how intelligent your guinea pig is. Could it...

If you’re thinking about getting a guinea pig as a pet, there are a whole lot of things that you need to consider first. The last thing you want is your brand new pet to keep you up all night...

My guinea pig died, will the other be ok? I bet you are wondering what to do when one guinea pig dies? Can can guinea pigs live alone after one dies? Will the other one be ok? Will the guinea pig...

Guinea pigs make all kinds of noises, from squeaks to grunts and gnawing sounds. However, you might have heard another sound that you didn’t expect from your little pet. You can't be sure, but it...

Guinea pigs are great pets; however, most cages marketed for them are often too small, leaving them no space to roam. Having a cage that’s big enough allows your furry pet to have enough nesting...

Guinea pigs make for adorable pets. They are friendly animals and do not need specialized care, making them ideal as first pets for either you or your children. In caring for them, the most...

Guinea pigs are among the most popular indoor pets, especially in households with children.  Healthy guinea pigs, also called cavies, can be very social and playful with their owners. They...

Did you know guinea pigs live in the wild? Many different species still live in their natural habitat, but where these guinea pigs are found is the question. Where do guinea pigs live...

Guinea pigs are popular pets all around the world. In some regions, they are thought of as an indoor pet, but people in other areas tend to keep their guinea pigs in outdoor cages for some or all of...

A guinea pig is not a high maintenance animal and hence may leave you wondering how long you can leave your guinea pig alone. Dog owners know that they can’t go more than half a day or less...

When most people think of showing an animal affection, they imagine petting it. Guinea pigs are a great family pet that you would naturally want to cuddle, pet, and hold. They are easy to care...

Guinea pigs, like most domesticated animals, are a pet that is adored by many people. Unlike dogs and cats, however, guinea pigs are also the type of pet that requires moderate to the almost...

No matter what animal you choose, you need to make sure that you can give adequate attention to your animal. Getting an animal is like getting a baby, you have to take care of the “fur...

Many new guinea pig owners question the impact wet grass will have on their furry companions. Guinea pigs love dry grass as a snack or meal, but wet grass is a different situation.  Can...

Guinea pigs are very popular pets for families. Lately though, they have been gaining in popularity on YouTube for their apparent love of water and ability to swim.  As pet owners, we are...

We all know that the most common larger pets such as dogs and cats do learn their name. But does this hold true when it comes to less popular and smaller pets such as guinea pigs as well? I've...

One of the most common questions among pet owners is how long their pets will live and how they can help their pets live a long, healthy, and happy life. On average guinea pigs live 5 - 7...

Both guinea pigs and rabbits make cute and loveable small-sized pets, so it’s not easy to pick one over the other. In terms of care, diet and companionship, these animals are very...

Guinea pigs, or cavies, are low-maintenance pets. But they do need regular grooming to stay happy and healthy. Taking care of guinea pig nails is one important part of regular care and...

Guinea pig grooming is essential for a healthy pet and a happy household. Your little furball requires regular coat brushing, nail trimming, and other essentials, like cleaning ears, trimming hair,...

If you’ve just gotten your very first guinea pig or are looking into getting one, then congratulations. These little pets are cute, fun, and extremely social. They make great companions. But...

When possible I prefer keeping my furry little pals outdoors. Having them stay in my backyard during the summer happily breathing in the fresh air all while playing vigorously, is an excellent choice...

One of the most important wishes that I have for my guinea pigs is that they have a comfortable living environment. I'm sure you wish the same for your pets as well, am I right? Part of creating the...

Guinea pigs are known for many things. The most prominently known fact about them would be that they are socially active animals who are amazingly cute! Well, right next to it, will be the fact...

Care- the one thing that holds families and even societies together. Whether you are yet to get a guinea pig, or they are already in your family, you must know how to care for them. I am here to tell...

Guinea pig pregnancy, there is a fine line between it sounding scary and it sounding heartening. Not knowing how to care for your furry pal when she's pregnant makes the whole thing scary, while...

I don't know about you, but to me, a pet is like the family which we get to choose. So, I sure as hell must be sure of choosing the right pet, right? So, if you are certain that the pet animal you...

Given that guinea pigs are cute beyond explanation, our mind wonders about them and their functioning. If you are wondering about the exceptional sleeping patterns and habits of guinea pigs, this is...

I wish I could talk to Mr./Ms./Mrs. Guinea Pig about their housing needs. I am a realtor. Do you think they would hear me out? Of course not, they are too busy having fun. But in the meantime,...

Whichever guinea pig site you visit, I am certain that you will find the sentence of "guinea pigs are social". So it is speculated whether they like to play outdoors. Unlike other pet animals,...

Guinea pigs, just like any other pets, have some necessities that you need to satisfy. Since we are taking them away from their home, we need to try our best to mimic that natural habitat in order to...

Who doesn't love guinea pigs? Well, everyone does. I couldn't get enough of them, I could watch them all day long if I could. Unfortunately, none of us could afford to be with them 24x7. We all have...

Guinea pigs are great long-term pets. They become a part of your family once you get them. So the last thing you need is to see them suddenly pass away. Fever is not a sickness. It is a response...

Yeah sure, we all can indisputably agree that guinea pigs are cute. They are cuddly, they are awesome, they are social, and they are very friendly with us, but what's on the downside to...

Guinea pigs are getting more and more domesticized than ever recently. More and more people looking for pets are choosing guinea pigs. I guess it is safe to say that guinea pigs have now become...

Guinea pigs eat a lot. Whenever I think of a guinea pig, I imagine one of them eating or chewing something. No other picture comes to mind. So many owners are negligent to what foods they provide to...

Several prospective guinea pig owners or even the current owners wonder how to keep their pets happy. If this is you, then let me help you with it. When it comes to having any pet, the secret to...

The time I got my guinea pigs home, I had trouble making them eat. So I consulted some experts and did my own research on the internet to find out the reasons. Since I noticed many guinea pig...

Several people looking to buy guinea pigs are confused about which breed to choose. If you are one such person too, you are probably looking to choose the breed that is the friendliest. So I...

When you try to bring together two or more guinea pigs that aren't familiar with each other, it is quite a complicated process to break the ice between them and make them get along well. Many...

Some posts claim that guinea pigs are not as smart as other conventional pets. They even have created confusion among prospective owners on whether guinea pigs will interact with them well. To...

One of the most common questions that guiena pig owners ask is; how do I know if my guinea pig like me? If you are looking for signs that can tell you if your guinea pig likes you then you've come...

Even though guinea pigs are adorable animals to pet, the rumor that they die very easily are confusing a lot of people that are looking to pet them. I tried to gather a clear picture of this...

Have you ever wondered if guinea pigs can see well in the dark? Well, this is a question that I've wondered myself, so I decided to share what I found from my research on the subject. Can Guinea...

When you wish to pet a guinea pig, one of the most important things to consider is whether can you have one guinea pig to own or do you need two guinea pigs. In this article, you shall find the...

One of the most important things we guinea pig owners want to know is if our guinea pig is happy. But, how do we really know this? Well, I decided to do some research on all the guinea pig behaviors...

One question that most all soon to be guinea pig owners ask is whether or not they should get a male or a female guinea pig. I decided to research which sex that's best to get, and here’s what I...