Guinea pigs are small animals without the ability to control their body temperatures. Their temperatures are stabilized by those of their surroundings. If it’s too hot and they go out in the heat, they are prone to heatstroke. If it’s too chilly and they go out in the cold, they are prone to freezing. Both…
Like all animals, guinea pigs have different ways through which they can react to certain conditions. Since they cannot talk, you have to be on the lookout for behavioral cues that may give you an idea of what your pet is going through. Shaking is one of the nonverbal cues that is commonly used by…
Toys are common items found in the homes of every pet owner. They are used as a form of entertainment or to release excess energy. In this article, you will learn can guinea pigs like cuddly toys? Guinea pigs enjoy cuddly toys because they get to chew on them, hump them as if they were…
Guinea pigs are fastidiously clean animals that will groom themselves several times a day. Once in a while, you will see them tidying up which makes it unnecessary to schedule baths for them. Short-haired guinea pigs can live their whole lives without needing to bathe. All they require is regular grooming and nail trimming with…
Both male and female guinea pigs will make good pets. They all have their advantages and downsides. For example, males can be a bit more aggressive than females. Therefore, your preferences will determine the last choice. Having a guinea pig is an interesting journey but how do you choose the right guinea pig? What is…
Red eyes in guinea pigs are mainly caused by albinism, eye infections, body disorders, and other diseases which we will focus on in the rest of this article. Unlike humans who have diverse eye colors, most animals will adopt few if not one eye color. Most guinea pigs will have brown-colored eyes either light brown…
As you can imagine, there are plenty of Guinea Pig owners out there who are wondering how to get their pets to sleep a little more soundly. Fortunately, there are some things you can try. Remember, at the end of the day, it’s about finding a compromise that works for you and your pet. Guinea…
Guinea pigs will sleep for at least four hours a day. Although they don’t have regular sleeping patterns like humans, their short naps will amount to several sleeping hours. Sleep is equally essential for animals as it is for humans. For humans, we have different recommended sleeping schedules (depending on age) by health practitioners. Do…
A bowl of cereal can come in handy when there is nothing to eat in the house. For some people, however, having cereal is part of their daily routine. Besides, most brands of cereal come ready-to-eat and don’t require further preparation. All you have to do is add some milk, and you will be good…
Beta vulgaris, also known as Beetroot or Beets, is a highly nutritious root vegetable that can boost your immune system. However, the problem with most human foods is that they are bad for guinea pigs. As such, guinea pig parents have to watch what their pets eat. So, are beets bad for guinea pigs, or…
