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There are many different guinea pig breeds. Some on this list aren’t official. This list of 15 piggy breeds provides brief facts about their hairdos and personalities. American/English You might know them as American guinea pigs, but they’re also called English guinea pigs. They’re the most popular guinea pig breed and the oldest. The fur…
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If you just adopted two (or more!) guinea pigs or brought them home from a rescue, it is necessary to bond them together so they will get along and enjoy living together. Often friendships develop slowly, so take your time and allow your guinea pigs to get used to each other. Keep it neutral. Guinea…
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Guinea pigs are cute and popular companions, but they also have some illnesses that can be difficult to detect. Some of these illnesses can even be life-threatening, and it is crucial to know the symptoms. Ear Infections This condition is rare but can cause severe symptoms if not treated. Symptoms can include scratching, head shaking,…
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When your guinea pig is sick, you should take them to the vet as soon as possible. Guinea pigs are good at hiding their illness, and delaying veterinary treatment can cause problems in the long run. If you notice your guinea pig coughing or wheezing, this could indicate an upper respiratory infection (URI). These infections…
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Astigmatism is common and affects 1 in 3 people. There are more than 3 million cases per year in the U.S. alone. The cause for astigmatism is a curvature of the eye that causes blurred distance and near vision. The cornea or the lens inside the eye would have mismatched curves being egg-shaped. Symptoms to…
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Skinny pigs have almost no hair. They usually have hair on their feet and nose. They can sometimes even have little patches of fur on their backs, but that’s the most fur you’ll see on a skinny pig. In 1978 scientists identified a genetic mutation that made hairless guinea pigs and started breeding guinea pigs…
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Guinea pigs are naturally very nervous and skittish animals. Taming them can take a lot of time, so you have to be patient. They’re prey animals and, if you’ve ever noticed, become startled at sudden sounds and movements. Usually, when they get scared, they’ll scatter and run for safety. Over time, you’ll notice that they…
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Capybaras are intriguing animals and have been getting more attention in the past few years. They look like giant guinea pigs and even act like them! They are extremely friendly and gentle with all kinds of animals. How big are they? There are two species of Capybara. Capybaras are the largest rodent in the world,…
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To give your guinea pigs the best life, you need to have the basics for them. There are so many guinea pig products it can seem impossible to choose what’s right. As long as it’s safe for them, they’ll be happy. Here are some items that I would recommend for your piggies! 1. Guineadad fleece…
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Guinea pigs require more care than most people think. When caring for guinea pigs, you should know what’s safe or not for them. There are so many care tips and items to buy for your piggies it can be hard to know what’s right or wrong. Many websites tell you different things about caring for…
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