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Guinea Pig Care

Why Does My Guinea Pig Lick Me?

From delighted popcorning to excitable wheeks, guinea pigs display plenty of weird and wonderful behaviors. Whether it's through their body language or many noises, understanding how they’re feelin...

Guide to Guinea Pig Bonding

Bonding Guinea Pigs: The Ultimate Guide to Successful Pairing

Guinea pigs are sociable creatures who thrive in herds and should never be kept alone without at least one other piggy roommate. The effects of loneliness can cause poor piggies a loss of appetite ...

What to do if you are allergic to your guinea pigs

Help, I'm Allergic to my Guinea Pigs!

If you’re spluttering and sneezing around your beloved pets, you’re probably asking the question: Why am I suddenly allergic to my guinea pigs? And what can I do about it?  Now, don’t panic. In man...

Top USA Boarding for Guinea Pigs

Top USA Boarding for Guinea Pigs

Planning a holiday? Who will take are of your piggies while you are away? Boarding services or pet sitting may be a great option for you!

Can I dress up my guinea pig? Our Opinion on Small Pet Costumes!

Do Guinea Pigs Like Wearing Costumes?

When us hoomans have a reason to celebrate, we don’t want to be party poopers - so we get our precious pigs involved in our celebrations! Especially around the holiday season, some piggy parents ar...

Guide to Guinea Pig Weight

How Big Do Guinea Pigs Get? (+ Growth Charts)

You may already be an expert on cavy care, from clean cages to the perfect diet. But not many piggy parents know that weighing their furry potatoes every wheek is a great way to monitor their wellb...