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Why are my guinea pigs chewing each other’s hair?

Posted on July 25, 2022 by adminguineapg

Have you noticed one of your guinea pigs nibbling on or chewing the fur of another? This is called barbering. But it’s not quite like a barber cutting your hair. If this hair chewing behavior goes on too long, the guinea pig being “barbered” can start developing bald patches where the hair is being pulled […]

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Mites, Lice & Ticks

Posted on July 25, 2022July 25, 2022 by adminguineapg

Mites, lice and ticks are all parasites. Mammals of all kinds are targeted by these tiny critters, including us humans. What happens if your guinea pigs get mites? Can guinea pigs get lice and ticks as well? How do you know if your guinea pig has mites or lice? Guinea pigs will get very itchy […]

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Guinea Pigs and Vitamin C

Posted on July 25, 2022 by adminguineapg

There are some vital things you need to know when you’re a guinea pig owner and one of the biggest ones is this: Guinea pigs do not naturally make their own vitamin C in the body, and they also can not store Vitamin C for a long time. So when guinea pigs eat vitamin C […]

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Why You Should Not Keep Guinea Pigs & Rabbits Together

Posted on July 25, 2022 by adminguineapg

Guinea pigs and rabbits can seem like similar animals, but housing them together is not recommended. Firstly, despite some of their similarities, they are quite different animals and as a result both guinea pigs and rabbits have their own specific welfare needs. This is an important one, from the perspective of your guinea pig’s health […]

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Guide: Garden Flowers and Plants for Guinea Pigs

Posted on April 21, 2022May 24, 2022 by adminguineapg

Daisies – Are Daisies Safe for Guinea Pigs to Eat? Do you have daisies growing on your lawn and wondering if it’s safe to let your guinea pigs browse on them? First of all: make sure what’s growing is indeed the daisy. Lookalike plants can appear similar but can often be completely unrelated. Daisy is […]

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Guinea pigs should not eat bird seed

Guide: Foods To Avoid For Guinea Pigs

Posted on April 12, 2022May 24, 2022 by adminguineapg

Knowing what to feed your guinea pigs is vitally important. But knowing which foods should strictly be avoided is also vital knowledge to have – your guinea pig’s health (and potentially their life) depends on it. Many foods are completely, 100% off limits to guinea pigs and should never ever be given to them. Below […]

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Guide: What Are The Best Leafy Greens for Guinea Pigs?

Posted on March 26, 2022May 24, 2022 by adminguineapg

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Kale? Kale is very rich in a range of nutrients, hence its modern day label of a “superfood” – for human consumption at least. But what about guinea pigs? Should guinea pigs eat kale, and if so, how much and how often? This leafy green is actually part of the cabbage […]

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Capsicum or bell peppers for guinea pigs

Guide: Vegetables for Guinea Pigs

Posted on January 24, 2022May 24, 2022 by adminguineapg

Are Cauliflower & Cauliflower Leaves Safe For Guinea Pigs to Eat? Cauliflower leaves are safe for guinea pigs to eat. These should be given in moderation. Cauliflower itself – the main part of the vegetable that we eat – is also OK for guinea pigs however only in very small amounts. Many guinea pigs will […]

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