Category: Misc

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...