Like most pets, guinea pigs shouldn’t be left alone for long periods of time. However, life is unpredictable, and sometimes, what was meant to be a short outing, turns into an extended absence. The longer an animal is left alone, the higher the chance that they are also without food and clean water because no…
It’s summertime again, which means hot weather is on its way. When temperatures soar and the days lengthen, pet parents need to prepare to keep their guinea pigs cool in the heat. Planning ahead can help you keep your furry friend safe and happy this summer! But, what should you do? How should you plan?…
If you have a pet guinea pig, it is important to know how well they can see in the dark. After all, no caring pet parent wants their guinea pigs stumbling around (without a light ) when they’re trying to get their food, water or litter box. This makes some owners wonder: “Do guinea pigs…
The guinea pigs are your treasures. You love them, but they seem to have gotten lazy lately (really, really lazy) and you know that’s not good for the little guys! It has you asking: How can I get my guinea pig to exercise? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Owning a lazy guinea pig is…
It is a common misconception among many people that all guinea pigs are equally friendly, but this just isn’t true – the friendliness of guinea pigs can vary. It’s hard to know which guinea pigs are likely candidates for friendship. So, what is the friendliest type of guinea pig? Below is a list ranking of…
You might be wondering about the sleeping habits of your guinea pigs. I’ve been wondering the same thing lately. I mean, it seems like they might be nocturnal at times and not others. So, I did a little investigating to find out the answer to the question: “Are guinea pigs nocturnal?” As a whole, guinea pigs…
Lately, I have been thinking about what it means to be a new guinea pig owner. Sure the basics are important: food, water and cleanliness but another consideration is around their natural light exposure – Do guinea pigs like sunlight? So, I decided to conduct some research into their natural light preferences. As a general…
Should you give your pet a water bowl or should you buy them a water bottle? Which one is better? This is the question that many pet parents are asking themselves. Well, I researched the topic thoroughly and this is what I found. Water bottles are preferred by most owners and experts as the best…
Deciding what supplies you need for your guinea pig can be daunting – especially when it comes to a water source. Many pet parents have a similar question to this: are water bowls safe for guinea pigs? So, I did a little investigating. Water bowls are safe for guinea pigs to use. As long as…
You certainly recognize and love your guinea pigs, but do they recognize you? The depths of affection that a pet parent has for their fur baby run deep. I was curious to see if guinea pigs have the ability to identify one human from another, so I did a little research, and here is what…