Do Guinea Pigs Bite? And Can I Train Them to Stop?
It's always a bit of a shock when your pet bites the hand that feeds it, but you've got to remember that a gentle nibble or nip is a guinea...
Jess Faraday |
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Your Guinea Pig and Mites | What They Look Like and What To Do About Them
If left untreated, these pests can cause severe skin irritations, hair loss, seizures and, in extreme cases, even lead to death. In this article, we answer all your questions about...
Alan Brimm |
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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Your Guinea Pig Sleeping
Guinea pigs do sleep, usually between four and six hours a day, but rather than doing it all in one go, they will nap throughout the day and night. They...
Alan Brimm |
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Should I Neuter My Guinea Pig and What Will It Cost?
With the number of emails we receive asking about guinea pig castration or neutering, we thought it would be a good idea to put a 'frequently asked questions' type article...
Alan Brimm |
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How to Wash A Guinea Pig
Keen to find out how to wash your guinea pig? We have a step-by-step guide that will help you get the job done, quickly and easily. But before we get...
Melinda Connor |
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Is Your Guinea Pig Sneezing?
There is nothing cuter than a guinea pig sneezing, and the occasional sneeze is perfectly normal. However, when the sneezing becomes more frequent, and there are accompanying symptoms, you should...
Melinda Connor |
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How To Keep Guinea Pigs Warm in Winter
The best temperature for a guinea pig is between 18°C and 23°C, so how do you keep your cavy warm when the mercury plummets? Our UK winter has been icy...
Melinda Connor |
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10 Ways To Reduce Guinea Pig Allergies
Do you think you might be allergic to your guinea pig? With more than 20 million allergy sufferers here in the UK, there is a good chance you are. But...
Melinda Connor |
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How To Pick Up A Guinea Pig - the Right Way
Are you wondering what the right way to pick up a guinea pig is? Perhaps you have a rescue piggy that is nervous around humans, and you want to find...
Melinda Connor |
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Does My Guinea Pig Have Bumblefoot?
Bumblefoot, or pododermatitis, is a fairly common condition that affects a guinea pig's feet, especially the heel. At best, it is painful, but if left untreated, it can lead to...
Alan Brimm |
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Litter Training Guinea Pigs The Right Way
The only thing a guinea pig does more than eat is poop. And trust us, it poops a lot. And because guinea pigs aren't like humans or cats and dogs...
Alan Brimm |
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Is My Guinea Pig Overweight?
Often described as furry potatoes, guinea pigs aren't exactly known for their svelte physiques. But what happens when your cute and cuddly cavy starts looking more flab than fab?
Melinda Connor |
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Do I Need Guinea Pig Insurance?
Are you wondering whether you should get insurance for your guinea pig? Well, you're not alone. If the results from the Great British Guinea Pig Census (yes, there is such...
Melinda Connor |
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10 Christmas Gifts Your Cavy Will Love
With the most wonderful time of the year just around the corner, it's time to get those letters off to Father Pigmas ASAP! And to make your shopping even easier,...
Melinda Connor |
