How much does it cost to take care of a guinea pig?

Answer 1

A cage - as little as $10.00, more if you want a bigger nicer cage.

cage litter - about $5.00

cage toys- $5.00 and up

Food container - as little as $2.00 more for something fancy

Water dish or bottle- again as little as $2.00 more for something fancy

Guinea pig chow - $3.00 and up

Guinea pig mineral block- about $3.00

This is just the bare minimums for purchasing, some people will save money using things around the house for the cage and food containers.

Some people will spend a lot more getting more items, and bigger fancier items.

Good luck with your Guinea pig.

Answer 2

It depends how many guinea pigs you have. They need food, which costs about 5 dollars a bag, Timothy Hay, which also costs about 5 dollars, a cage, which costs about 100-150 dollars, they will also need a big source of Vitamin C or they might develop VCD (Vitamin C Disorder) which might make the pigs teeth fall out. Good sources of Vitamin C would be, Oranges, and parsley. They will also need a few toys, but they don't need many as long as you entertain them some other way.

Answer 3

The cost of caring for a guinea pig can vary, but on average, you can expect to spend around $30 to $50 per month on food, bedding, hay, and vegetables. You may also need to budget for occasional veterinary visits and initial setup costs for a cage, water bottle, and other supplies.