1 Quick Manual

Quick Manual: Housing

Environment Quick Instructions: Arranging your pet's accommodation options

  1. Cage rule of thumb: the bigger the better.

  2. Keep the cage inside the house - it has a very limited temperature tolerance, and there is a risk of other animals breaking into the cage and attacking it.

  3. Ensure that your pet has a "floor time" every day, so it can freely walk around on the floor.

  4. Always keep an eye on your animal to prevent dumb accidents like stepping on, things falling on it, spontaneous combustion, etc.

  5. As the cavy is a social (herd) animal, it is recommended to acquire two or more cavies of the same gender or spayed/neutered to prevent loneliness and boredom, especially if the owners are careerist.

  6. EVERY DAY: Remove droppings and uneaten vegetables from the day before. Insure sufficient amounts of hay and change the water.

  7. EVERY WEEK: Clean the guinea pig hutch thoroughly. Frequency depends on the bedding type. Don't use any harsh chemical cleaners.

  8. In order to avoid injuries or other mishaps, do not house your guinea pigs with other animals (or/and children) or allow them to play together.