If you want a pet that isn’t too big, doesn’t take too much looking after and is still fun, calm and friendly then a pet guinea pig is the perfect choice! They are great for those who aren’t yet ready for a cat or a dog, however they still need a certain degree of space and specialised care to keep them happy and healthy. Just use this article as a guide to what challenges you’ll face with your new pet.
Everything You Will Need to Get Ready
Before you buy a new pet guinea pig, make sure that you understand just what care its going to need. The great news is that these make relatively inexpensive pets, but youll still be making a long term commitment (most guinea pigs live between 5 and 7 years). The basics youll need include food, a water bottle, a chew toy, a spacious cage (see below), bedding and a covered sleeping area.
Helping Your Pet Guinea Pig to Feel At Home
If you give your guinea pig the comfortable home it deserves then it won’t try to escape. It’s going to need space to move around in, and guinea pigs also generally prefer company. When it comes to just how much space they will need, it’s a good idea to have at least 2 square feet per animal. That way, you’ll make sure they’re a really cared-for part of the family.
As well as the space to move around, make sure they have room to hide. If you have more than one guinea pig, they each need to have their own covered space to sleep and to take cover.
Getting Used to Your New Pet
Guinea pigs have always been famous for how easily they scare – but this doesn’t mean it will be impossible to form a bond. All it means is that you should try to appear friendly to them at all times. For example, when you want to watch them, make sure you kneel and don’t lean over the cage.
In order to strengthen the bond with your new pet, always be gentle when it comes to stroking them. Once they get used to you it’s ok to pick them up and hold them. Just make sure to remember how delicate they can be, and always support their whole bodies.
Guinea pigs won’t bite, which makes them great creatures to get close to. Just remember that it can take time, but once you have that bond it will never be broken!
Terri has had pet guinea pigs for many years and enjoys caring for them. Take the absolute best care of your pet guinea pig by visiting her guinea pig tips blog for care guides and product reviews. You’ll be able to find lots of free tips, including how to decipher that guinea pig language, as well as a guide to buying guinea pig cages.
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