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Free, expert advice on caring for guinea pigs

When it comes to guinea pigs, the company of a furry friend is key to their happiness! Discover more advice about looking after your precious piggies in our articles below.

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Thinking about adopting guinea pigs?

Guinea pigs are lovable, social animals. That’s why they can make perfect pets for families. If you’re thinking about getting a pair of furry friends, this article will tell you everything you need to know.

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There’s so much to discover on our website about keeping your guinea pigs happy and healthy. Here are just some of our most popular articles…

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How many guinea pigs should you keep?

Guinea pigs are naturally sociable creatures that need companionship to stay happy. In the wild, they live together in large herds, so they should always be kept in pairs or small groups. Here we talk all about companionship and suitable combinations.
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What to do when one guinea pig dies

Most of our small pets like guinea pigs are really sociable animals and living with one or more of their own kind is really important in keeping them happy and content.
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Want to give your guinea pigs the best care possible? Our expert guide covers everything you need to know, from diet and housing to health and enrichment.

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How to safely handle your guinea pigs

Guinea pigs can be fantastic pets for the whole family, and it’s important that everyone knows how to safely handle them. Here we look at how to keep your guinea pigs’ safe and happy when interacting with them.

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An introduction to guinea pigs – Online course

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A self-led online course suitable for anyone with guinea pigs, thinking of them as pets or who would simply like to learn more.

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An introduction to guinea pigs – Online family course

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Learn all about what guinea pigs need with this interactive online course. Whether you are thinking of getting guinea pigs or want to know if yours are happy, this course will help! Suitable for all the family.

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