The Skinny is a (nearly) hairless breed of guinea pig that has become quite popular with cavy enthusiasts–especially those who suffer from pet allergies. Adorable, easy to care for, and outgoing, Skinnies are sweeping the guinea pig world by storm. … Read More
Often called the Siamese cat of cavies, the Himalayan isn’t truly a breed but rather a genetic anomaly. Defined by a recessive gene that affects coloration, Himalayans sport mostly white coats with points of darker hair at the ears, nose, … Read More
Since their origin in the early 1970s, Silkies have taken the guinea pig world by storm. Generally the best match for experienced owners and those interested in shows, Silkies make excellent companions, though their long coats demand quite a bit … Read More
Have you ever seen a child jump for joy on Christmas morning or at her birthday party? That spontaneous eruption of happiness isn’t limited to people–and that’s exactly what popcorning is for guinea pigs! [toc] What Does Popcorning Look Like? … Read More
So you just got a guinea pig and you want to know what the essentials are. There are a whole range of things that you are going to need to get a hold of if you want to own a … Read More
Do guinea pigs smell? The simple answer is yes, they do. What they smell like is a different matter altogether. In my experience, people’s sense of smell is always vaguely different but very similar. For example, I characterize a guinea … Read More
Guinea pig odor can be soooo overwhelming, especially if you have your guinea pig cage inside the house. In my experience, guinea pigs can create two odors, one that is the typical small animal smell that all critters like Guinea … Read More
So how long can guinea pigs go without water? A guinea pig’s daily water requirement is roughly similar to that of a hamster’s which is about 2 teaspoons of water per 100 grams of weight. So the simple calculation would … Read More
In the wild, it is no surprise when we hear of animals eating their young. We see it with polar bears, fish, and even primates occasionally. So do guinea pigs eat their young? Well, the simple answer is yes, guinea … Read More
Guinea pigs can have litters that range in size from 1 pup all the way up to 8. Okay, that doesn’t really help to much does it, humans can have up to 5 kids at a time but that hardly … Read More