Guinea Pig information about Diet, Housing and when

to call your Veterinarian if you have a problem.

Typical Diet

Food and water should always be available to a guinea pig
Many house plants are toxic to a guinea pig, as is any grass treated with pesticides

Talk to your veterinarian for more information.

Housing

Guinea pigs acclimate well to average temperatures but do not handle extreme changes in temperature well so keep any cage or housing out of direct sunlight or very drafty areas.

The Humane Society of the United States recommendes that guinea pig cages should be the follow these guidelines:
One guinea pig: 7.5 square feet cage (minimum), but more is better; generally 30" x 36" is a good size.
Two guinea pigs: 7.5 square feet (minimum), but 10.5 square feet is preferred; generally 30" x 50" is a good size.
Three guinea pigs: 10.5 square feet (minimum), but 13 square feet is preferred; generally 30" x 62" is a good size.
Four guinea pigs: 13 square feet (minimum), but more is better; generally 30" x 76" is a good size.

For More information on Guinea Pig housing go to (http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/guinea_pigs/tips/guinea_pig_housing.html)

Guinea pigs benefit from being near family activity and having lots of attention given to them. However, a guinea pig has very sensitive hearing so they should not have their cages next to anything loud such as a television or stereo.

Remember to clean the habitat regularly with mild soap and water (drying completely before the guinea pig is returned to the habitat) and change bedding at least weekly.

Talk to your veterinarian for more information.

When to call a Veterinarian

Call us at Sugar House Veterinary Hospital to schedule an appointment if you notice any of the following:

Talk to your veterinarian for more information.