About Guinea Piggles
Guinea Piggles was created by Monique, and now her husband, Julian, also helps with creating the videos and other bits and bobs behind the scenes! When we first had guinea pigs, it was for our daughter (nickname Bug), who had begged us for ages…
Getting Guinea Pigs: What You Need to Know
Guinea pigs have specific needs compared to other small pets such as rabbits, hamsters, rats or gerbils. If you are thinking of getting a guinea pig, it’s important to know what caring for these small pets involves, so you can decide if they are…
Guinea Pig Housing Requirements: Complete Guide 2021
If you’re getting guinea pigs, one of the most important points you’ll need to consider is how and where to house them. One of the biggest decisions is whether you’ll keep them inside or outside. But you’ll also need to find suitable accommodation for…
How to Keep Guinea Pigs Warm in Winter
If you house your guinea pigs outdoors, you will need to make sure they don’t become too cold during the cooler months of the year. Guinea pigs are similar to humans when it comes to the ideal temperature. Unlike some other pets, they like…
Guinea Pig Mites, Lice and Mange
All pets are vulnerable to parasitic infestations of one sort another and guinea pigs are no different. The most common “ectoparasites” include mites and lice. If you think your pet has an infestation you must contact your vet to have them diagnosed so you…
What Can Guinea Pigs Not Eat: Poisonous Plants & Bad Foods
Guinea pigs are herbivores meaning they eat a plant-based diet. In the wild a guinea pig will forage for their food, munching on grass, herbs and weeds as well as fruits and vegetables. However, not all plants and weeds are good for your guinea…
Can You Bathe a Guinea Pig?
Do guinea pigs need baths? It is essential for your guinea pig’s health that they are kept as clean as possible. If their hair becomes soaked with urine or gets poop stuck in it, they can become sore and also attract flies which can…
How to Tame Guinea Pigs
Guinea pigs are by nature very nervous pets but you can tame even a skittish and nervous guinea pig and get them to come to you using this taming guide. You can use these tips for baby guinea pigs as well as older pets that…
Flystrike in Guinea Pigs
What is flystrike? You might have heard of flystrike in guinea pigs but you may not realize how much of a threat this can pose to your pet. Flystrike not only affects guinea pigs but can also affect rabbits, sheep, horses as well as…
How to Clean a Guinea Pig Cage
Cleaning the guinea pig cage or hutch is something you must expect to do on a regular basis. If you are a parent and the guinea pigs are your children’s pets, you have to assume responsibility from the start because it is one of those…
Guinea Pig Boarding: A Complete Guide
Guinea pig boarding facilities offer care and accommodation for your small pets when you are unable to look after them yourself. There can be for several reasons why you might need to board your guinea pigs, including a family holiday, moving home, having a…