Can Animals Get COVID-19 AND SHOULD I BE CONCERNED? LATEST ADVICE FOR PET OWNERS COVID – 19 HUMAN TO ANIMAL TRANSMISSION STATEMENT In response to a recent story about a dog who has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus in
Common Illness in Guinea Pigs
Health Care and Diseases in Guinea Pigs Diet and Health As discussed, a guinea pig’s diet is particularly important when it comes to vitamin C. It is also crucial in preventing dental disease, which can mean that a guinea pig
Breeding Guinea Pigs
Breeding Guinea Pigs Responsibly Before deciding to breed from your guinea pig it is very important to consider where the youngsters will go. Will you keep all of them or do you need to arrange homes? Guinea pigs can have
Feeding Your Guinea Pig
Feeding Your Guinea Pig Guinea pigs are herbivores rather like rabbits although the physiology and function of their gastrointestinal system is less well understood than that of the rabbit, which has been well investigated. The critical area of dietary science
Where to Keep a Guinea Pig
Housing a Guinea Pig This is not difficult as a large variety of hutches and cages can be used. Guinea pigs can be kept outside all year round if provided with suitable protection. Pens should be at least 30cm high
Choosing Your Guinea Pig
Selecting Your Guinea Pig Although guinea pigs may easily be obtained from pet shops there are also many available from rescue shelters. Rescue guinea pigs are often already bonded with a companion and already being mature their future temperament is