The Crazy Pet Channel: Guinea Pigs

Hi readers, I thought a good post for those of you who are thinking about getting guinea pigs would be the pros and cons of having them. 10 Pros of having guinea pigs 1. They're fun! 2. Not as expensive as larger pets such as rabbits and dogs. 3. They can live indoors or outdoors. 4. They can live alone(not recommended. But sometimes is necessary) or in pairs or groups. 5. Once you have all the equipment they don't cost too much. 6. They're cute. 7. They don't smell like other small rodents(hamsters, mice, rats etc.). 8. They don't bite unless really scared, angry or annoyed. 9. They can be litter trained for easy cleaning out. 10. Children and adults all enjoy taking care of them.   10 Cons of having guinea pigs 1. The initial cost is very expensive. 2. Depending where you live hay and pellets can be expensive unless you buy in bulk which then has the issue of storage. 3. Long haired guinea pigs will need regular grooming and trimming to keep their

Hi readers, todays post is an update on Bramble, Patches and Maisie's bedding. Bramble and Patches Base: Newspaper or Puppy Pads. Middle layer: Wood shavings if news paper. If puppy pads normally nothing. Top layer: Hay, Straw or Shredded paper. Maisie Base: Puppy Pads. Middle layer: Towels and pretty coloured dusters(odd, I know but her claws don't catch on them). Top layer: Fleece(Normally paw print). Litter trays Base: Plastic litter tray Middle layer: Newspaper/Kitchen roll with wood shavings and wooden cat litter sandwiched between. Top layer: Hay and/or shredded paper. Why do I use fleece for Maisie? I use fleece for Maisie because she is still a baby and it is less likely to cause a Fungal infection. Where do I get the supplies? Puppy pads, wooden cat litter, hay and wood shavings: Home bargains. Straw: Local pet shop. Shredded paper: I make it. Fleece and towels: Buy in second hand shops and fabric shops or find it around the house. Litter

Hi readers, as I have got another guinea pig I thought a new post on housing and storage was needed. Housing Many people, including me, keep their guinea pigs outdoors in hutches or indoors in small cages, however this is not enough but can be good in the warmer months (rare in the UK) but there are many more ways to house guinea pigs like C and C cages as well as many other types. The hutch facts H utches are normally small with no room for guinea pigs to run around once they've got a food dish and few toys. Some hutches are large and spacious and have a run attached(like mine). You can build hutches and this is a good option as it can be cheaper but can be a lot of hard work. C and C cage facts C & C cages are brilliant indoor options and can be suited to the space in the home or outbuilding. C&C stands for cube grids and coraplast. Cube grids can be expensive but don't really need replacing after you've got them. Coraplast or Correx is corrugated plastic

 Hi readers! I haven't posted for ages so I thought I would do a picture update for a change. The top photo is Maisie. She is getting very big and likes having playtime with Bramble. Bramble was sat on top of the piggies kitchen roll in the shed looking out of the window. Patches was posing in a photo shoot before Maisie arrived I hope you like these photos, Book Worm :)