If you are a new guinea pig owner, you may be wondering what the best veggies are for your furry friend. As a herbivore, guinea pigs require a healthy diet filled with fresh vegetables in order to stay healthy and active. In this comprehensive guide, we will discuss the best veggies for guinea pigs daily …
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You’re probably wondering if guinea pigs can eat arugula. After all, it’s a popular green leafy vegetable that is known for its health benefits and delicious flavor. The quick and straightforward answer? Yes, guinea pigs can eat arugula in moderation. Arugula is packed with a wide range of nutrients that are beneficial for guinea pigs, …
Guinea pigs are a very popular pet, especially among young families. However, if you have a few pet guinea pigs, you might wonder whether guinea pigs can become cannibals, especially if you have young children who would struggle to understand. The truth is that while it’s not very common, guinea pigs can become cannibals in …
Once considered the perfect easy and low-maintenance pet for young children, there’s now a growing understanding of how to properly care for guinea pigs. So, can you keep them outdoors, or can guinea pigs die from cold? It’s possible for guinea pigs to thrive both when housed indoors and outdoors. However, if they are kept …
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A friend of mine has recently started a new hobby, raising guinea pigs (and other small animals) as pets. He’s got two young hedgehogs now, wondering if they’ll get along. We thought it would be a good idea to provide a definitive answer for everyone who might want to know. So, can guineas and hedgehogs …
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Do you have a guinea pig that is constantly biting and attacking? If so, you are not alone. These little rodents can be quite aggressive, especially when they are housed together. So, why are guinea pigs aggressive? As a general rule, guinea pigs are not aggressive animals. In fact, they are usually quite docile and …
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If you’re a guinea pig parent, you know that hay is a crucial part of your pig’s diet. But what do you do when you run out of hay? Or when you’re traveling and can’t bring your usual supply? are there any other alternatives to hay? The better alternative is oat hay or orchard grass …
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Guinea pigs are becoming increasingly popular as pets in recent years. They are gentle, loving animals that make wonderful companions. But why do guinea pigs dig? Guinea pigs dig because they’re looking for food or shelter. They may also use their digging behavior to mark their territory, as well as it can be the case …
Last week, I went to my friend’s house, and I noticed his guinea pig eating what looked like an entire head of lettuce and wondered why guinea pigs eat so much. I decided to research all about it when I got home, and here’s what I found out: Guinea pigs are grazers, which means they …
A friend of mine has recently bought a guinea pig and she was asking me if it’s ok to cover the guinea pig cage at night? I had to confess that I didn’t really know, so I did some research, and here’s what I found out! It’s generally not necessary to cover your guinea pig’s …
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