Are guinea pigs the right pets for me?
Guinea pigs are very clever; they can comprehend and learn things, they have excellent memory, and they have many appealing...
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How can I socialise my new guinea pig with other guinea pigs and my family?
Guinea pigs are incredibly gentle animals and can be a great animal companion for families, but they are a social... -
Do my guinea pigs need to be wormed?
In general, guinea pigs do not need to be regularly wormed unless your guinea pigs’ vet confirms they have worms,... -
Where should I keep my guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs can be kept indoors, outdoors, or both. Companion guinea pigs are often kept in indoor hutches and enclosures,... -
How should I handle my guinea pigs?
It is always important to remember that guinea pigs are a prey species (i.e., they are eaten by other animals).... -
What does a healthy guinea pig look like?
Whether you are obtaining a guinea pig, or just checking your little pigs over each day, you need to understand... -
How do guinea pigs breed?
Before you decide if you want to breed your guinea pigs, there are some things you need to know: Female... -
How will I keep my guinea pigs safe against household hazards?
Many guinea pigs are kept indoors, with free range of the house and even parts of the yard. Like small... -
How can I keep my guinea pigs entertained, alert, and interested in their environment?
In order to answer this question, it’s first necessary to consider how guinea pigs behave in the wild! Behaviour of... -
Why is my guinea pig scratching?
Many owners are distressed when they see their guinea pigs scratching, especially if they are breaking their own skin with... -
How should I groom my guinea pigs?
Regular grooming is essential for all guinea pigs. Not only does it keep their coat clean and shiny, but it’s... -
Where should I get my pet guinea pigs from?
You may be able to adopt a new guinea pig (or better yet, two!) from your local animal shelter, such... -
Will my guinea pigs be affected by heat?
What is heat stress? When any animal is subjected to excessive environmental heat, their body responds in ways to eliminate... -
What are common health problems in guinea pigs?
Guinea pigs, when looked after well, are usually hardy little animals who will usually live for 4-6 years, although some... -
How should I care for my guinea pigs?
Are guinea pigs the right companion animal for me? There are plenty of studies that prove guinea pigs are very... -
How do I groom my chickens?
Wing trimming/clipping Wing trimming is sometimes required when chickens are flying over fences into dangerous or restricted areas (raised garden... -
Do I need to keep a rooster with my backyard hens?
Many backyard poultry flocks end up with a rooster or two. There are a few reasons this happens: If you... -
Is keeping backyard chickens right for me?
Some might view chickens as strictly farm animals. But it’s relatively common for homes in the suburbs and cities to... -
How do I keep my chickens safe in my yard?
There are many hazards in most backyards. Some are so commonplace that we often fail to recognise them as dangers.... -
How do I feed my chickens a healthy diet?
Whether your chickens are pets or kept for food (e.g., for eggs), they all require a healthy diet to maintain...