Guinea pigs are social animals, and will most often prefer to live in pairs or herds of their own kind. With few exceptions, guinea pigs will be happier, healthier and more outgoing when housed with other piggies. Pigs that live alone can become withdrawn or frightened since they don’t have the safety that a herd can provide. While we can and do provide enrichment and companionship for our little friends, they will thank you
Category: Guinea Pig Care
All guinea pigs require regular grooming and care. This can include nail clipping every 4-6 weeks, boar cleaning for males after 4 months, hair brushing, cleaning ears and checking teeth. Some breeds do require additional care and these include those with longer hair. Long Haired Breeds Peruvian: These piggies are often more petite (under 800g full grown) and have smaller frames. Their hair is long and straight, growing down to and sometimes past
Guinea Pigs are wonderful little animals and can be a joyful addition to any family. They are not, however, starter pets as so many believe. Piggies require specialized veterinary care, at least 10 square feet of living space, a carefully managed diet and regular grooming. Please review the info below to learn more! Medications and Supplements We recommend that your new babies start liquid supplements (Child’s Life vitamin C) from a
Skinny pigs, or hairless pigs, are adorable but they require specialized care that many new owners don’t anticipate! Skinny pigs have a higher metabolism to keep warm and will drink, eat and poop/pee more than their hairy counterparts. Here are some other highlights: Health Skinny pigs tend to encounter a few more health problems than the haired variety. Due to their history and breeding complications, immune systems can sometimes be weaker to that of a