Guinea pigs can get abscesses. You probably already know that. But, if left untreated…or treated incorrectly, can an abscess kill a guinea pig? Yes, an abscess can kill a guinea pig if left untreated. It can cause an infection that will spread throughout the body and weaken your pet’s immune system. The abscess needs to…
You sit there in front of your guinea pigs, watching as they lose hair around their eyes. You worry about what it could mean, and whether you’re doing something wrong. What could be causing this? Is it a sign of something serious? There’s many reasons why guinea pigs lose hair around their eyes. It could…
If you’re going to get a guinea pig, how many should you get. Are guinea pigs better in pairs? Or should you just go with one? Yes, guinea pigs should live in pairs. Guinea pigs are herd animals, meaning they need the company of their own kind to be healthy. Studies have shown that most…
As a guinea pig parent, you know that they love to eat and drink. Guinea pigs usually chew hay all the time too. So what does it mean when they stop moving, eating or drinking? There’s several reasons why a guinea pig might not move, eat, or drink. It could be because they’re in a…
There’s some things you shouldn’t put on guinea pigs. As a dedicated piggie parent, it is important that you know what is okay for them and what is not. I’m going to tell you 10 things that you shouldn’t put on guinea pigs. Don’t put nail polish, baby oils, lotion, perfumes, or sunscreen on guinea…
You’ve decided that you want a guinea pig. You have two options: adopt or buy. Both have benefits and drawbacks, but which one is the best option? When it comes down to it, the best option is to adopt a guinea pig from a guinea pig rescue. Not only will you be giving an animal…
There are many reasons why your guinea pigs lose hair. As a piggie owner, it’s important to know the causes so you can treat it. Here are 10 of the most common ones: There are many reasons why guinea pigs lose their hair. One is a fungal infection, which appears as ringworm. Barbering (guinea pigs…
We’ve all had the sneezies here and there. But, it can seriously freak you out if you hear your guinea pig sneeze. It’s normal for us to sneeze, but sometimes it can make you worry if you hear a similar sound coming from your pig’s cage. So, why do guinea pigs sneeze? Dust often causes…
It’s finally time… You’re getting a guinea pig! But how many should you get? And should you get two of the same gender? You should get at least two guinea pigs to start with. If you have the resources to care for more, then you can get more. Make sure you think about things like…
Being a piggie owner comes with plenty of responsibilities. One of those is finding the best bedding for your fur babies. Now you’re wondering: is paper bedding good for guinea pigs? Yes, paper bedding is good for guinea pigs. A good brand is very soft and absorbent. You can also get paper bedding in different…