Guinea Pig Hutches

It depends on the size. As a guide, a 4ft hutch suits 2 guinea pigs, a 5ft hutch suits 2-3, and a 6ft hutch comfortably houses 3-4. Guinea pigs are social animals and should always be kept in pairs or groups, so make sure you choose a hutch with enough space for everyone. Welfare guidelines recommend a minimum of 120cm x 60cm for a pair — our range meets or exceeds this across all sizes.

Yes, with proper care. Our hutches are built from thick timber with draught-free walls and a deep enclosed sleeping area that provides good insulation. For extra winter protection, we recommend adding a fitted hutch cover, positioning the hutch in a sheltered spot, and packing the sleeping area with plenty of hay and straw. On the coldest nights, consider bringing them indoors.

A Double hutch has two levels connected by a ramp with one sleeping area on the top level — it's designed for bonded guinea pigs who live together. A 2-Tier hutch has two completely separate levels with no ramp, and each level has its own sleeping area. It's essentially two complete hutches stacked together, perfect for keeping unbonded guinea pigs apart.

Most guinea pigs learn to use the ramp within a few days. If yours are hesitant, try adding a grip strip — a piece of carpet or rubber matting — for better traction. Some owners also place a small treat halfway up to encourage them. This only applies to Double and Triple hutches; our 2-Tier and 3-Tier hutches have separate levels with no ramp.

Our hutches feature strong welded mesh and secure bolt locks that provide good protection. However, no hutch is 100% predator-proof. We recommend positioning the hutch away from known fox routes, checking locks regularly, and using a hutch cover at night, which helps conceal your guinea pigs from view. If foxes are particularly active in your area, consider bringing your piggies indoors overnight.

Yes. The large front doors give you full access to the living area so you can reach every corner. We recommend spot-cleaning daily and a full clean once a week with fresh bedding throughout. A floor protector underneath the bedding makes the weekly clean quicker and protects the timber from urine damage.

Yes. The timber is pressure-treated to resist rain, frost, and UV damage, and the hutch is designed for permanent outdoor use in UK conditions. For extra protection, especially in exposed gardens, we recommend adding a fitted hutch cover and positioning the hutch in a sheltered spot facing away from prevailing wind and rain. Re-treat the wood annually to maintain protection.

Assembly typically takes one to two hours with two people and basic tools. A drill speeds things up but a Phillips screwdriver works fine. The panels come pre-assembled so you're connecting sections rather than building from scratch. Instructions are included, and our support team is available if you get stuck.

Yes — many of our customers do. Our rabbit hutches provide generous floor space that guinea pigs love. Guinea pigs tend to use the separate levels as distinct living areas rather than climbing between them. The thick timber and deep sleeping areas work just as well for guinea pigs as they do for rabbits.

It depends on what matters to you. Our hutches use thicker timber, stronger mesh, and better construction than typical pet shop alternatives. They're designed to last for years rather than needing replacement after one winter. If you want proper, welfare-friendly housing that keeps your piggies warm and won't fall apart, it's an investment that pays for itself by not buying twice.