If your guinea pig seems stressed or unhappy, first recognize signs like teeth chattering or excessive hiding. Check for stress triggers: cramped conditions, loud noises, or presence of…
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How to Build Trust With a New Guinea Pig
To build trust with a new guinea pig, create a secure environment: provide ample space, use cozy bedding, and place the enclosure in a quiet area. Patience is…
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How to Handle a Guinea Pig That Bites or Nips
To handle a guinea pig that bites or nips, first understand their behavior: biting may be due to curiosity, stress, or dominance. Use firm, consistent commands and protective…
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Why Your Guinea Pig Is Hiding (and When to Be Concerned)
Your guinea pig is hiding because it’s a prey animal with an instinctive need for security. It’s essential to offer a calm, quiet environment with ample hiding spots…
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Why Guinea Pigs Squeak and What It Means
Guinea pigs squeak for various reasons, and each sound conveys specific messages about their emotions and needs. The “weaking” sound often signals hunger and excitement, especially near food.…
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Common Cleaning Mistakes Guinea Pig Owners Make
You’re likely making common mistakes like neglecting daily spot cleaning and using strong cleaners harmful to guinea pigs. Missing regular grooming and allowing bedding waste to accumulate can…
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Best Tips for Keeping a Guinea Pig Habitat Clean
To keep your guinea pig’s habitat clean and healthy, clean the cage twice weekly and perform daily spot cleans. Use a mix of Aspen shavings and CareFresh or…
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How to Control Odor in a Guinea Pig Cage
To control odor in a guinea pig cage, start with daily spot cleaning to remove droppings and soiled bedding. Choose absorbent materials like aspen shavings or recycled paper,…
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How Often Should You Clean a Guinea Pig’s Cage?
You should clean your guinea pig’s cage fully every 3 to 4 days, with daily spot cleaning to remove soiled bedding and waste. This routine helps manage odors…
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How to Clean a Guinea Pig Cage the Right Way
To keep your guinea pig cage clean, spot clean daily by removing soiled bedding, replacing hay, and checking water bottles. Weekly, deep clean by decluttering the cage and…
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Why Your Guinea Pig Isn’t Eating (and What to Do)
If your guinea pig isn’t eating, it may indicate underlying health problems like dental disease or infections. Watch for critical symptoms such as a cessation of eating or…
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How Much Should You Feed a Guinea Pig Each Day
Feed your guinea pig a balanced diet daily: 1/8 cup of high-quality, vitamin C-fortified pellets, and unlimited fresh hay, ideally timothy or orchard for adults. Include 1/2 to…
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Foods Guinea Pigs Should Never Eat
Guinea pigs shouldn’t eat certain foods like avocado, chocolate, iceberg lettuce, and rhubarb, as these can be toxic. Avocado contains persin, harmful even in small amounts. Chocolate and…
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Guinea Pig Diet Basics: Hay, Vegetables, and Pellets Explained
Your guinea pig’s diet should consist mainly of unlimited grass hay, making up 85-90% of their intake to support digestion and dental health. Fresh vegetables, essential for vitamin…
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What to Feed a Guinea Pig Daily for Proper Health
To nourish your guinea pig properly, offer fresh hay daily, which should make up 85-90% of their diet. Complement this with 1/8 cup of grass-based pellets fortified with…