8 Most Common Guinea Pig Myths: Don't Believe These!

Explaining the 8 most common guinea pig care myths, why you shouldn't fall for them, and what you should do to become a good guinea pig owner!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 1. Don't believe the people who make cages!
02:06 2. Single guinea pigs?
03:51 3. Guinea pigs come from where now?
04:52 4. NOT hamsters!!
05:46 5. They just eat this, right?
06:39 6. Vitamin C is a must!
07:48 7. "Fix" your guinea pig
08:58 8. THE BIGGEST MYTH OF ALL...
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[@bluecat798]

I had a piggy called Wilma in 1969 on my 9th birthday and had her till I was 12 (we didn't know they shouldn't live on their own back then). I took very good care of her though. I'm now 62 and have 3 very pampered piggies. Gosh they're hard work but I'm out in their shed every night cleaning. To anyone thinking of getting piggies I would say, unless you can be obsolutely devoted to their care and the hard work it involves, then don't do it! Far too many guinea pigs end up I rescue centres!

[@jenniferkipp4974]

They are a lot of work. Very hard on my old person's back, lol. But is so worth it. What I go through to make sure they have their vegs and hay, lol. . .but it makes me happy to see them happy.

[@bluecat798]

@@jenniferkipp4974 hello Jennifer yes hard on my back too! Could never give them up though - they're like my children! Some people clearly think it's odd though a woman my age with piggies!

[@jenniferkipp4974]

@@bluecat798 I was always the cat lady, and much as I love them, wouldn't have them now because of the pigs. My children are grown, I have pigs. The end. lol You are def not alone. . .I have met older people (no offense to anyone, I'm "older" too) who have pigs, or may be new cat humans. Piggies are def like children. They can't take care of themselves, they depend on us.

[@bluecat798]

@@jenniferkipp4974 no way! I am also a cat lover, but now only have piggies!

[@monkeyboi5341]

It makes sense that you wouldn't know anything about pets back then I am gen z and I don't have guinea pigs but I do have a hamster and properly care for the hamster and I'm 14 but my mom and dad take care of the cat but they don't do really good care for the food part anyways because people in society think cats and dogs can only eat boring non nutrition kibble and bits but we mostly properly care for our cat like having a cat tree and lots of toys.

[@alhumphrey81]

I've got 10 of the poo machines. What I've learnt in support of this video. 1. If you are getting a cage, think rabbit size. But build 1 of your own,1 that fits your space. OSB board base, 3 sides and a purspex front (They don't need a roof) 2. Fights... Their will be fights, but if you have small bonding sessions with veg, they will start thinking of each other and get veggies and associate that as good. 3. All 10 are rescues, they need you. 4. Ours are friends with the gerbils, but keep them separate from other animals to avoid accidents. 5. They will scream the house down when you open the fridge and demand veg, but be strong....and say no. Hay is king, used for bedding and food. (Mine is from haybox, home delivery) 6. Supplements. One must is "critical care" (liquid hay) for the piggy when they get sick. They need to eat all the time, so if they get sick and stop eating / drinking, critical care is a boost they need until they get the strength back (you need to purchase a syringe and force feed them) 7. 1 boy and 9 girls.... Yep, his nuts are coming off. We have had the queen of the herd have ovarian cysts (size of a £2 coin) so had them removed. Surgery of any kind is a risk, so don't think you must because someone on that tinterweb thing tells you too. 8. Is it difficult? YES. Have wires, doors, brushes been eaten? YES, Are you knee deep in poo every other day? YES However, do they interact with you, say please and also give you kisses? YES, Do they purr when stroked? YES, do they say thank you by purring and running off with veg when you give them veg? YES When cleaning them out, you lock them out of the room they are in, when ready you open the door and they all run back in to their home, all happy and purring? YES. Are they so checky that they share a room with 4 gerbils in a cage,... A cage that is now padlocked shut because the guinea pigs learnt how to open the door to the gerbil cage and liberate them.... YES

[@Veertjevdv]

I had a guinea pig as a kid and if I think of him now, I feel sorry for that piggy. There wasn't much information back then in the 80's. But thank god there are some good guinea pig KZbinrs now that give us information on how to take proper care for these lovely pets. So thank you for this video ❤

[@BojanaS86]

We got our first piggies almost 2 years ago. We thought we did enough research, but actually we knew almost nothing, we knew enough to get 2, but had a way too small cage, learned a lot in the last 2 years about their care from youtubers such as yourself and corrected our mistakes along the way. We now have six all together and they are such a joy to have around. You are right the biggest myth is that they are easy pets, they require so much stuff and cleaning that I don't know how anyone would get them for young kids. My kids help, but I am their primary caretaker. Thank you, it is videos like this that will help future piggie owners make better decisions 🙂

[@BeatriseKrokforda]

I do always get scared wen a kid says: "I have a guinea pig!" Becouse I feel like they have a small cage, not recomended food, and only having one piggy. But happy that there are amazing owners out there! Like Sarah. ~Beatrise

[@wafflebunnyrandom645]

I'm a kid and I have 3 piggies in a 3 x 4 c n c and my mum helps clean them out when im at school. I'm 11

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Having a single piggy is only ok in rare circumstances. My piggy is one of those rare exceptions, he was abused and bullied by other piggies when he was young and ever since has been mostly afraid of other guinea pigs, but he perks right up upon seeing people. He's now 5 years old, eats good fresh veggies like bell pepper and green leaf lettuce, he has a chronic issue with bladder stones but urinary suppliments are working wonders for him. He is healthy, he acts like a 1 year old, his cage is 7 sq feet, he has constant access to hay and water and gets oxbow adult guinea pig pellets, I use fleece to line his cage, he has two mirrors and a guinea pig plush as well as shows going on quietly to keep him company. He popcorns frequently and is very friendly. The only issue I have with taking care of him is inability to trim his nails, I have hand tremors and don't want to nick him, so he sees a vet to do this. He hates being man handled, he always has, so I don't tend to pick him up much, but let him jump onto my lap from his cage. He trusts me, he gives me kisses, says hello to me whenever I come in, he sleeps comfortably, around me and my family. And he's a very silly and dramatic little boy, and very smart. Dramatic as in when he sleeps he gets cozy and dramatically lays his head down and sticks his lil back leg out like a model and if I wake him up by accident he gives me the sleepy stink eye, before going back to sleep. He's a little guy who is very well loved and full of life. And several vets have said he is very healthy. However...he is a special exception and 99% of the time people should get at least 2.

[@nxranne]

i have 2 piggies! i’m 12 and they are the happiest little piggies! i got them 1 month ago and i have a temporary cage right now i’m going to get a CNC cage in a few weeks! im soooo excited! they are named Boba and Lychee! Male and Female! Boba is the female Lychee the male! (Lychee is neutered and yes i got them from a rescue !! )

[@audreyrobles1505]

I can definitely say that I knew next to nothing before adopting my first pair of girls from the humane society. I made almost all of the big mistakes, but thankfully I found your channel quickly. Now my 3 girls live in a cage very much like yours. They are so happy! I love it when my little Lyra (named after your sweet girl) runs around popcorning and wheeking with joy when I clean out their huge litter tray and give them fresh hay. Thank you for your videos. ❤️

[@poppyherbert1712]

I'm currently saving to move out of my parents house and I'm planning on saving extra so I can get a pair of boys from a local guinea pig rescue near me. I'm so glad I found your channel so I know how to give them the best home. Thank you ❤️

[@mariapaz2789]

" Me listening " /"No your not Phoebe" was hilarious 😂..Sarah it was a very informative video with very funny actors !!Thanks to you ,Scotty and Saskia l have learned a lot 🥰

[@bigislandchickens6747]

We have a rescued piggie, she lived alone for almost 2 years. After she settled in our home I looked for another rescue, or a breeder. Eventually I did purchase a piggie friend for her. And her life is definitely fuller having a friend

[@coolsmcfrosty2741]

Those small cages marketted for guinea pigs DO have their uses; quarantine if you suspect one is ill, or using them for transport. They're fantastic as temporary storage. They're just not good permanent homes.

[@oleg-in-2804]

Judging by the number of KZbin channels dedicated to guinea pigs, we can conclude that these are the most popular and adored animals around the world. And I'm happy to agree with that! 🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹❤❤❤

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

I have 2 guinea pigs that live outside in the cat run. I do bring them in if the weather gets too bad, but they do have a couple of Dogloos they can get into, just like the cats, whom they get along with just fine. I keep good quality hay out there for them, as well as fresh veggies and fruits daily. There are several water bottles out for them as well. So far, I've had them for 5 years, since they were babies. They are a bonded pair, and have babies a couple times a year, which I find good homes for. I've had guinea pigs ever since I was a kid, and was advised to get at least 2 when I first started keeping them. They are adorable and smart little pets. (Jan Griffiths).

[@julijapudzemyte5229]

I want to share my story. I have long dreamed of raising guinea pigs. So I collected information about them for a long time. (That's how I discovered you too) I knew pet stores were evil! So I bought them from a breeder because I was afraid of diseases, and I was raising them for the first time, so I wanted to be sure that they would be healthy). Now I already have three males. And I want to encourage everyone not to be afraid of the boy. They are wonderful! They are very cute and get along well with each other❤ so now I’m very happy to have them ❤❤❤

[@KweenofRats]

I had read so much about Guinea Pigs and knew that they were going to be difficult to care for, like a dog or cat even (I say more difficult than that), but until I got them, I was not sure of how hard it was to care for them. Don't get me wrong, I love it and I'd do anything for them, but waking up from a rough night of them running laps to clean up poo and pee, clean their dishes, and refill water/cut fresh veggies, clean their hay box with soap and water, breathe in a bunch of fresh hay and get it in my eye, all the while I know I have a million other things to do that day, and I'll have to do it all over again, it's a lot! But, I love them and I love making sure they have fresh food and water and a clean cage. Plus, I get major exercise in, so I'll take it! But yeah, whoever said Guinea pigs were "easy" and "great for small children" needs to see a doctor, cause they're crazy! Not to mention you have to balance their food right, inspect their poos and pee, pick them up when they don't want to be to check their feet/eyes/nose/mouth/skin/fur/etc. for any signs of health issues, and the fact that they are very costly... not something I'd want to put on a child, but they are very amazing creatures that I adore so much. Just to watch them popcorn around their cage and run laps is so rewarding! What's better is being able to hold Honey for lap time and cradle her in a blanket! She's starting to get a lot easier to handle! Especially when I can hand feed the girls and they come to greet me to see if I have food! It's very amazing! ❤ much love from Honey, Daisy, and I!

[@honeyappletoast]

I got 2 piggies in 2017 and I took care of them as best as I could. Suddenly one of them passed away around a year and a half/2 years ago? I was of course devastated. I asked my parents if I could get another one so my remaining piggy wouldn’t get lonely, but my parents refused. I take care of my piggy extra well and try to keep him as happy as possible. We let him run around the apartment when he wants and he still popcorns around. I noticed he did get visibly sadder for a while after his cage mate died but there’s really nothing I can do at the moment. I love my piggy to death though

[@thebulletproofpoet1744]

I love piggies and thanks to you and some other youtubers I know how to care for them better than I have in the past.

[@SqueakDreams]

That's so great to hear 🥰

[@jenniferkipp4974]

My daughter feels that her piggie would be fine on her own. She's pretty feisty, so may be, but. . .I had one (her roomie died), we got 2 more, and while Penelope seemed okay by herself, she was popcorning all over the place when we got her roomies. I think people don't realize how actually lonely they are without a herd, until they see it. Penelope is still the "mom" of the group, tho she's only 3-4 weeks older than the other piggies.

[@garywateridge]

Thanks for saying about cage size,mine are so happy and pop corning with the space in a c and c cage

[@Pharagill]

Thank you for encouraging people to adopt. I work at a guinea pig shelter, and the number of pigs in need of homes is staggering. We are constantly at capacity with a long waiting list of people wanting to surrender. All the other animal shelters around have guinea pigs available, too. So many people aren't even aware of this, or think there must be something wrong with guinea pigs that were put up for adoption. In reality, guinea pigs are surrendered due to financial problems, kids losing interest in them, accidental breeding, or their humans are just no longer able/willing to provide the care they need. The guinea pigs themselves are just fine, and a good shelter will make sure you get the perfect match!

[@jenniferkipp4974]

I got mine from a pet store (sorry), but I've looked for rescues and the nearest are almost 2 hours' drive, and I don't have a car. Car rental and all.

[@carolinaazevedo2088]

I got two piggies recently and they are beggining to warm up to us, it's so exciting!

[@funny18611]

Me and my wife have had several piggies most were from a pet store one of the current ones that we have right now nobody wanted because he squeaks when to pick him up. My wife saw him and said poor guy I want him. 2/3 years later he is still talkative and cute. And if anyone wants to know his name it is Whistle tater

[@princesskristan]

Right when I was looking at piggies too just out of curiosity. I never really understood why people think it's ok to just have one guinea pig, when it's not

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

It's only ok in specific circumstances. For instance, my little guy was abused and bullied by other guinea pigs at a young age. I tried to get him to befriend other guinea pigs, but he either was afraid of them or he got super dominant. Though he was mostly just afraid. I do what I can to substitute for this though, he's got two mirrors, a guinea pig plush, and shows going on at a low volume. He also gets lots of attention. He popcorns frequently, he's friendly, he's got a big appetite, he's silly, and he's healthy at the ripe age of 5 still acting like a 1 year old. Though I still say in 99% of situations to get at least 2. He has a big cage 7 square feet, he's got plenty of water and constant access to hay. I also use fleece to line his cage. He's a good happy little man. Unhappy unhealthy guinea pigs wouldn't popcorn, and wouldn't act like he does, active and full of life at the age of 5 years old.

[@ACCastell-737]

I have a guinea pig who due to her first owner neglecting her and keeping her in solitude won't get on with other pigs. Because of this, we keep her with friends but there is a barrier between them. They get grass time together every day but no matter what, she will draw blood if they're not separated

[@susannabruun435]

Your videos have been so helpful!! We brought home two piggies we found on Facebook. They’ve been so skittish, and I’m a mom of 4 very young children so we’ve been working on them very slowly. but almost three months later 😅 thanks to your advice they’re letting us hold them!

[@CrinkleBlooket]

Yes a new video great job keep it up

[@Rose-xq2iz]

Weirdly enough my current Guinea pig prefers to be alone. I’ve had Guinea pigs for 9 years now and we always had 2 or 3, but when my latest Guinea pig passed away the remaining one started gaining weight, drinking more, and became more social with us. It was very strange! But of course ppl should get Guinea pigs in pairs as they usually do get very depressed when they are alone

[@TheGuineaCat]

thank you for making this fantastic video! it is so frustrating how much these myths persist and anyone using their platform to help potential owners be better informed is a great thing. also so much adorable footage of your pigs 💕

[@helenroe8849]

when my guinea pigs friend died when they were both 4 months old and now the one that's left when hes by himself he popcorns and has zoomies but when he can even smell another guinea pig he gets stressed out and teeth chatters and stuff the same with my others and they are all popcorning but in seperate appropriately sized cages but they hate eachother and are happier by them self but i keep trying to find a fried for the newest one because they are ok by themself but enjoy company so we are going to rescues and looking for a friend for them(sos for bad spelling)

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

That's my piggy too, he was bullied and abused by other piggies when he was young and has been afraid of other piggies ever since that or very dominating. But more often than not it's been fear. He's 5 now and popcorns and gets zoomies and is friendly and bright. What I do for him to help with him being a single piggy is a guinea pig plush, two mirrors, and shows he likes playing quietly. 99% of the time I'd say get at least two but it depends on the piggy and their circumstances.

[@Kriskat6]

Awesome video!!!

[@The2Magos]

This piggie that im getting from a rescue is a single pig. They have tried multiple times to bond with other pigs, and he is just way to dominate. Ever since he was born he has just been attacking his siblings he was with when he was a baby. And they have verified that he is less stressed and more happy alone, as he is always stressed about wanting to be more dominant and stuff. He has shown no signs of depression and they said he seems very happy, much happier then he was when he was even around other pigs.

[@wafflebunnyrandom645]

This is so coollll!!!!!

[@abbyyoung2642]

Oh my god, Sarah?! We went to school together! Ahhhhhh! Omg what an awesome surprise! So glad your clearly doing well love 😊 xxx

[@mariapaz2789]

🐹🐹🌈💕😭😭With tears in my eyes and a smile on my face bc thats what you brought every time l saw you ..thru the screen you made me smile Pedro and l thank you and will remember you and Lyra forever and a day .RIP my beautiful furryfriends .Gaia ,Liris ,Dana and l ...sending a big hug Sarah 💞

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

Forgot to add: The cat run is big---10 feet wide, 20 feet long, and 7 feet tall with a roof and shade panels. My husband and I built it about 9 years ago. Rain and snow does not get into it. (Jan Griffiths).

[@mikayla7298]

Can you do a video on what vegetables you feed you’re guniea pigs EVERYDAY?

[@eileenpizzi351]

I am currently keeping an eye out for single male guinea pigs at my local rescue as my piggie recently lost his companion. There just isn't much out there. But I am hoping we find a piggie friend for him soon. I really want to avoid getting a pet store pig.

[@2DogsVlogs]

I'm doing the same. Plenty up for sale on Facebook but I'm waiting for a boy to come up at the RSPCA. 3 were there but 7 weeks old. I want an older boy, he has too be de-sexed. My girls aren't and the last thing I want to be is an irresponsible owner and have lots and lots of baby piggies too surrender. It will also give me an excuse to extend the cage. I've enough panels but may have to get another table. I want to make it an L cage. Now that will give them plenty of zoom zoom room.

[@janetburgess8932]

Where abouts are you Eileen?

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Single male guinea pigs sounds like a dating site lmao.

[@eileenpizzi351]

@@janetburgess8932 New Jersey. I finally got my new boy piggie. Cute gray colored one.

[@janetburgess8932]

@@eileenpizzi351 shame I'm in the UK. Glad you got what you wanted

[@naveerakhan9622]

I work in a pet store and the cages drive me nuts. Manufacturers need to keep up so we don't need to fight potential guinea pig owners who want small cages and ask why we sell the cages when we try to educate them about their spacial needs

[@FrancesV]

My piggies are very spoiled😅. Only the best for them. My little Monty does huge popcorning jumps when it's feeding time, like a little rabbit or horse (his "brother" doesn't like getting in the way when he does it)🥰. So I assume he is happy😉

[@SqueakDreams]

Aw bless them!

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Ohohoh popcorns are the best! It's even more great to see a piggy do that especially when they're getting old.

[@lillyanderson4718]

and came to name my Guinea pig cookie, does that sound like a good Guinea pig name

[@WHEEEEKK]

love it ❤

[@FaithChapin-fx1hv]

Nice!

[@XxD4rkDalimirxX]

Ty

[@mousumibhattacharya3182]

I love yr videos💝💝

[@msspears8915]

Love your video. A must watch for anyone. Please include that Guinea pigs should not be fed citrus fruits.

[@nae9281]

Love it

[@gailreda1224]

Great information once again🥰🌹

[@Beanygorillatag]

I LOVE YOU CHANNEL❤

[@stari-jy5vs]

We unfortunately don't have any places other than pet stores in my town but! The one place I can go is a place where people can buy lots of different farm animals hopefully they have piggies

[@leighsirmans428]

What is your opinion on trying to bond with a special needs guinea pig? My boy has neurological problems. When I got him he was very unwell so I wanted to wait until he medically cleared before I considered a friend.

[@wafflebunnyrandom645]

Yaaaayyyyy

[@sescobedo1015]

I get two tomorrow for my ninth brith celebration

[@darrensimms555]

Hi me and my daughter enjoy watching your videos. Just this last week we had to have our eight year old guinea pig put to sleep he had a massive tumor on his back leg he also had arthritis and cataracts in both eyes. But sadly it has left his brother on his own but as he is eight I am undecided as to get another. We do have three girls but he is not neutered. And to old to be done. What would you suggest if anything.

[@riawahlman4660]

I have 4 quineapigs and one of them began to show dangerous violence targeted to just one of the other three piggies. I now have 2 cages, 2 piggies in each.

[@blu3b3rry_muffins]

i dont have them yet but i am ganna get 2 piggies and i have a cgc clear cage that is 4x2 grids / 144 cm x 75 cm and im wondering if thats big enough for 2

[@Benette1703]

It always makes me sad to see that some people think having a second guinea pig is 'optional'.

[@wafflebunnyrandom645]

I'm first!!!

[@love4szobo8]

Could you make a video about "how to stop you're guinea pig's from chewing fleece" i have been having trouble trusting my guinea pigs with fleece i dont want them to chew/eat it! :)

[@Bubble_Gaming432]

I have one piggy and he is in a small cage so I am trying to get a different cage but should I get another one when I get a bigger cage? Also I give mine tablets every day, I am trying to get another pig so should I get another male or will they not get along?

[@cobaltsinch2762]

When getting a guinea pig, I recommend planning to have three. You may want to start with just two. Just know that when one leaves, the remaining one will morn and can pine to death. I believe having three is the way to go. Introducing a baby pig while others are grieving is a big mistake. If you have three and one passes, the remaining two friends will support each other and you in your grief. Hope this helps.

[@americanmomma7744]

I have 2 piggies an older 3 year old boy and a 4 month old female , can I put them together ?

[@Mimi-fg2wu]

Hello, thank you so much for videos. I’ve been enjoying them so much. I have two males and I would like to add 1 or more piggies. I was told this is not possible. Other males would fight with them. And adding females would make my two boys fight to death. What would be your advice? Many thanks Greetings!

[@Love-un9bk]

Hi. What's about fresh gras ??

[@followerofchrist198]

My boys had a fight and I left them to short it out between them and they did. They are fine again now but sometimes squabble

[@marcies.5342]

I adopted 2 girls and they are like that, too. Still trying to merge them with my female that I already had. I have a divider between the pair and my original. One of the pair seems to set my original off, and she steals food, too.

[@samewyk3645]

I love that tan and brown short hair Guinea pig you have ❤

[@FreshwaterIchthyology]

The sociality of guinea pigs is fascinating, I have six in two groups and they really are a lot more active and seem happier together. In regards to socialising with people four of mine (two of the girls and the two boys) I got younger, the boys are much easier to handle and much more chilled. I don't handle often and instead prefer to interact without handling. The two females who I got at 3.5 years old were owned by a family where they were dressed up and played with by a child, they don't have as much character or self determination with handling. Personally I feel male guinea pigs at least in rescues and pets at home adoption area should be castrated as it's not like there are more females then males being produced. It just means should anything happen they can be housed with females as an easier option. In terms of pets at home adoption I see a lot two males housed together, few weeks later they are then sold separately. Likely to then live alone so I think castrating just gives more options for companionship as they can then be sold either to then be bonded with a male but also housed with a female/s. If anything happens I just feel a lot safer knowing they have a better chance of having a companion. Females I feel it's too risky and they wont get the same benefit.

[@amykupchenko1951]

I have my two male Guinea pigs in a large c&c cage

[@Jessicayourgirl]

I have 3 Guinea pigs I love them very much but I keep them in a hutch. is this bad?

[@staufferfamily9629]

I can't stand it when in childrens books and cartoons they make it seem that you can just have 1 guinea pig in a tiny cage and just give them a carrot or lettuce leaf and a huge bowl of pellets! And if your lucky they might say that you should clean the cage...😒

[@hannahbauer5650]

Easy doesn't mean low maintenance. Also easy is kind of a relative term to an individual person. If you're looking forward to that doesn't need any interaction maintenance then you get a pet rock. When you get a schedule down it's fairly easy

[@SqueakDreams]

I would agree, however I'd say it's still more work and commitment (time and certainly money) than is thought by your average person. So whilst it is relative, it isn't useful for guinea pigs to be labelled as "easy pets".

[@hannahbauer5650]

@@SqueakDreams agree that it's more than people think. But then again the average person thinks they can just put water in a bowl for any fish and not take care of if

[@CharlesLeclercEdits16]

So I have 2 piggy’s and they have a huge cage so yea

[@DancerAtHeart501]

Ways to make them slightly less maintenance: (WARNING, long comment) For the last tip, it’s not %100 true. I have had multiple Guinea pigs and I found if I have them in a big cage with wood shaving bedding they are pretty low maintenance. Admittedly they are/were seniors so they weren’t/aren’t all that active. So if you do want to get your kids Guinea pigs, I suggest getting them from previous owners in their older age bc they will already be adjusted to people, and you won’t need to do too much training or taming. Also the wood shavings are nice bc the piggies will instinctively bury their pee which it the cause for most smells, also if you get Cedar wood it will not only absorb the smell, but it will also smell nice bc of the organic earthy smell. The rest of the tips are great I just thought I’d tell anyone who was disappointed. I got mine in middle school and I was very busy a lot of the time, my room had started to smell really bad and I almost had to give them away. So if you are like I was, I definitely recommend. Hope this helped 😊

[@susanlee7530]

I have always read that cedar should not be used for small animals, including Guinea pigs. Kiln dried pine is acceptable.

[@DancerAtHeart501]

The wood I have is pretty soft and I haven’t seen any problems but that is something to take into consideration ☺️

[@somewhatpixels6814]

both pine and especially cedar give off a chemical that are harmful to guinea pig respiratory systems. please use aspen, it doesn't smell as nice but it's much easier on them

[@NotPosting4]

Is a 64in cage good for four Guinea pigs? We just rearranged our cage to have no roof.

[@janetteoneal7168]

What if you don't have a pet rescue around you?

[@charlottejohnson6233]

❤😊

[@MMATCHA_OFFICIAL]

I have 2 guinea pigs and me and my mom are planning to build a 5x4 cage is that good enough for 2 guinea pigs?

[@SqueakDreams]

5 by 4 C&C? Yes that's a huge size!!! 😃

[@lilytweedie7749]

I have a cage and it’s 7.5 sq feet and has another level (that’s isn’t insanely high) and I have two piggy’s is that okay?

[@pleasepicture.me.in.thetrees]

Extra levels sadly don’t account to floor space as guineas aren’t agile like rats or chinchillas. If you can afford or have the space to get a bigger cage, it would be great to as you should be thriving to give your guineas as much space as you can. If not, I think they’ll be OK. Just make sure they’re getting good nutrition (plenty of hay, veggies & pellets. Squeaks has a video on nutrition) & try to give them lots of floor time if you can (every 1-3 days ideally). Hope this helped.

[@Diamond77795]

I I have 5 ginny pigs and they have a fit if I don't pet them

[@janetburgess8932]

I have 3 males (not neutered) 2 are father and son that get on well together, the third was getting bitten and so is on his own 😢. They were rescued from a very unsuitable home but I am not ideal either, I am 67 and find them hard work, I have them in pet shop cages, I keep them as clean as possible and well fed but would love to find someone to take them on who would have the space and could give them better care. I am in Stockport

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Till you get a second piggy, go with a mirror or two in the cage and maybe a plush, but like make sure it's a safe one if the piggy is a big chewer.

[@chrizcanadianopportunity15]

I pay you in poops, yes? 🤣 Absolutely!! Honestly, I think they shouldn't be classified as rodents. Piggies are awesome! I got two boys. A bit stressful at first but they are, weeks later, inseparable! 2 months later, they're both definitely boys lol and act that way but no fights. I love Saskia for her info. Your videos are always adorable and give me awesome research points. Thank you for your time!

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

They are rodents, because of their teeth, and what's wrong with being a rodent?

[@jadambi]

I have 2 boar piggies they were raised together from babies. One day they decided to draw blood and fight bad. I have a divider where they can see smell and talk to each other. They are happy boys popcoring etc just not when the dividers gone . there new 13 sq new cage they love it any reccomendations for chews for there teeth i see alot of the coloured wooden bits but ive been told these are toxic? Myth or fact?

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Go with oxbow stuff, they have a lot of non colored toys. There is this chew that is made of compacted hay in the shape of a waffle that I would recommend. Also this may not help much with teeth, but they may love toilet paper and paper towel rolls as toys. The colored stuff can be toxic, so it's best to get the non colored stuff. There is also the option to occasionally get teeth trimmed.

[@jadambi]

@@Chiller-pc1dv my piggies teeth are ok its just i want them to have some more entertainment and to avoid chewing there new cage seperator bars

[@jadambi]

@@Chiller-pc1dv allso not finding them im UK based?

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

@@jadambi Ooh man I know that feeling. My boy chews on his cage when he wants treats. Oxbow should deliver to the UK if it's not anywhere local.

[@monkeyboi5341]

I would get a pet from anywhere but I would do proper care which I do

[@terrenbrandt4822]

Do you think it would be possible to introduce a young male piggie to a pair of young adult males?

[@ashlynflourre3275]

I have a question about lone guinea pigs. I recently had one guinea pig pass away so I only have one. My remaining piggy is on the older side and I’m not sure how much longer my existing piggy will be around. I’m hesitant to get a new one because I don’t think she’ll be around too much longer. Should I wait until my existing one passes before I look into getting more? I feel like I should wait. My piggy seems totally fine emotionally. Since my other piggy passed away she has actually because way more lively and social with me. Is that her looking for another companion? Any advice on this would be helpful.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Maybe getting some mirrors and a plushie would help? There are some rare circumstances where piggies can be single, though they're definitely the exception to the rule and 99% of the time 2 guinea pigs at least is necessary. How old is your piggy? How's her health so far?

[@ashlynflourre3275]

@@Chiller-pc1dv my girl is around 4-5 years old. She has cataracts in both eyes. She is completely blind in one eye and the other one is very minor. She seems very happy. She eats like she always has and she has more energy since switching her food. She as also lost weight as a result of the new food. She was around 3 pounds and now she’s around 2.5. She hasn’t showed any signs of being depressed and she has been doing well since losing her piggy friend. Thanks for checking! It’s greatly appreciated!❤️

[@ashlynflourre3275]

@@Chiller-pc1dv I have though about adopting a bonded pair of young piggies so there will still be two once my older girl passes but I’m not sure if my dad would be on board unfortunately.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

@@ashlynflourre3275 A little bit of weight loss can also happen due to aging, but if she was a chunky girl then that's a good thing lol. 2.5 ain't bad honestly. I'm glad she's doing well!

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

@@ashlynflourre3275 Maybe one day you'll be able to get more, but for now of course, just focus on making sure your girl is happy, and don't forget the fresh veggies. I'm sure we both know how happy they are to get snacks. I have a single piggy who is 5 and like your girl is a unique exception, and he's got a great appetite, is active and silly and popcorns frequently. It's always good to see the older piggies acting like they're young.

[@British_Channel]

I have a big version of one yeah my Piggies are very cute but very new so they are scared

[@massformationpsychosis7681]

Does someone know of a cage for four Guinea pigs that I could buy? I will have four females soon

[@BookloverFantasy92]

A 2x6 c&c cage would work well.

[@massformationpsychosis7681]

@@BookloverFantasy92 Alright. I usually have seen no more than 2 females in a 2x6, so I wasn’t sure. Thanks!

[@Benette1703]

@@massformationpsychosis7681 It's more like no more than 2 boars. Sows are less territorial.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

A Midwest cage on Amazon is great they're like 7 square feet.

[@susanlee7530]

@@Chiller-pc1dvA Midwest cage is suitable for only 2 Guinea pigs. For 4 piggies, will need 2 Midwest cages. It is best to go with a C&C 2 x6 or 2x7 cage. You might notice that none of the well known KZbinrs use a Midwest cage for their herds.

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

I really wish my exotic animal vet wasn't like a 30 minute drive away. Driving with guinea pigs can be...stressful. Though maybe that's just me and my anxiety.

[@ELMSOWS]

I just got back from the rescue I got Phoebe her friend her name is Lois she is gray and white and so small

[@SqueakDreams]

Awh she sounds so cute! 😍

[@ALICESTEFANO]

How much vegetables does an adult Guinea pig need during a day?

[@samhg3658]

I really find it weird the concept of a "starter pet" or a children's pet. Sure, adult supervision is always required, but NO PET is easy, maintenance free or free of responsibilities (I would say except pet rocks, but I fear people might say I'm neglectful of pet rocks), and honestly I doubt many children can really grasp the concept that your pet doesn't want to always be handled that they and need to take really good care of them. I know there's some good children out there that are taught to respect their pet's needs, but I still doubt many of the parents that believe there's a "easy to take care pet" would teach some kids that.

[@valentinacatrileo3474]

In Chile, the rescues force you to spay or you cannot adopt with them:/

[@bunkblount]

The one thing you said that contradicts one another is that you said people who have only one guinea say that there piggy is happy, then you say, "How do we know there happy were another species" well how do you know that they are happy with a friend? It goes both ways we don't know if they are depressed really all we got to by is actions like jot eating etc...well if that's the case then we will know when they're happy due to actions such as popcorning or certain sounds. So you cant say they are happier either way because you yourself said they are a whole different species how do we really know

[@arianaescobar4074]

I will get my piggy a friend

[@2DogsVlogs]

My first cage was 45x70. They lived in it for about a month but it was fine for 2 babies. Then you put me on to C&C and now they have a 5 x 2 panel cage and I use the old one if it's raining and I need to clean the cage. No I can't let them run around the floor without my full attention as they could become a Husky snack.

[@beverleybalshaw9119]

Oh dear! I had a dog who adored my piggies, and they loved her They had to go into a large suitcase (lid taken off!) while I cleaned their cage as the grass was wet. I turned round and my dog snuggled in with her friends!! I'll never forget the sight 😍

[@2DogsVlogs]

@@beverleybalshaw9119 Oh what a wonderful memory, everyone snuggling together. Husky Tikaani lets the piggies snuggle with her sometimes. She's not sure if they are prey or her puppies.

[@beverleybalshaw9119]

@@2DogsVlogsBless her! Bet she gives them sloppy kisses 💋. We know though never to take our eye off the ball. Animals are wonderful and do anything for us when they know they're treated right. They are family, tall or small 👨‍👩‍👦😍

[@belladolce85]

@@beverleybalshaw9119 thats so cute! I came home from work one day shortly after getting my piggies and couldn't find them ...the piggies freed themselves from their cage, and my dog took them to my bed like they were her puppies..i found all 3 snuggled in a ball together lol

[@beverleybalshaw9119]

@@belladolce85 😂😂😍 Bless ❤ I bet that was a sight to behold ! 😍🐕🐹 Animals are wonderful 💖

[@lillyanderson4718]

My sisters getting a Guinea pig with me.

[@SavannahStanley-nu1sk]

noooooooooooooooooooooo never gets male my fite

[@guineapigsue7785]

Definitely not easy to care for, I spend all my evenings cleaning and washing pee pads 🙃

[@Chiller-pc1dv]

Oh yeah definitely. And sometimes the hay you get is like 80% dregs and short pieces or has like tons of seeds etc. And OH MAN, I'll have just replaced some fleece and the next day it's already smelling like pee. And SO MUCH POOP. They should be pooping that much but man it's so much cleaning! They're a lot more work than some realize, not quite as much as a dog, but they're definitely not pets for little kids. Also they're definitely worth it. Those sweet little kisses they give

[@rorymcginty4499]

you are doem

[@Too_introverted]

What is doem?

[@James-op2hb]

Did you ever hear the one, don't pick him up by his tail, his eyes will fall out?