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What is the minimum amount of space a guinea pig needs to be able to run around freely?
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∙ 11y ago
One should allow about 7.5 square feet for a guinea pig to be able to run around freely. If a cage is bigger than that, it's all the better for the guinea pig as it will then have more room to run around.
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Can guinea pigs live in mouse cages?
No. That is torture to a guinea pig. Guinea pigs need a huge cage 7.5 feet is recommended at a minimum!
What is the minimum size for an outdoor guinea pig run?
The only requirement is that it is big enough for them to stand and turn around in. A big cage is good for these animals. They like a lot of room to move around in.
Is there a limit amount of patterns on guinea pigs?
no
How To Set Up A Guinea Pig's Cage?
You could get a C&C cage. It is the cheapest and gives your Guinea Pigs the minimum space required for them.
Can two guinea pigs live in a nine square foot cage?
Yes the minimum for two guinea pigs is 7.5 feet so that's a good cage.
How many baby's are most common with guinea pigs?
The first litter a female guinea pig gives birth to usually numbers in at around 2. After the first litter, the average number of piglets per litter climbs to about 4. The minimum number being one and the maximum being 8.
Is there an fostering program for guinea pigs?
There is actually a guinea pig shelter around my neighborhood. There might be one around yours too!
What are some things to do with your guinea pig?
theres loads of things you can do with your guinea pig. you can handle it, or buy a special guinea pig lead and take your guinea pig for a walk around the garden, you can build and obstacle course for your guinea pig!
If guinea pigs are on a diet what do they eat?
Guinea pigs shouldn't be put on a diet. You just reduce the amount of treats you give etc
How long have guinea pigs been around?
Guinea pigs have been around for thousands of years! Pet guinea pigs have been dated back to the 17th Centry even! Seems like ancient humans liked guinea pigs too!
Do all guinea pigs have their babies at night?
no our guinea pig had her babies at around 2 in the afternoon
What are some factors to consider when building a guinea pig hutch?
Guinea pigs need 8 square feet of living space inside the hutch. For 2, a minimum of 10 square feet is needed. The height needs to be a minimum of 12 inches. It is not safe to keep guinea pigs outside in their hutches due to weather changes, so build it to be accommodated inside the house.
