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How will guinea pigs react to a hammock?

Okay, so I want to add a hammock to my guinea pigs cage. My ferret had a hammock and loved it. I know ferrets and guinea pigs are very different. If you have a guinea pig with a hammock, how does it do with it, and what does it do? If you did research, do they actually love them? Will they be comfortable? Will it be a waste of time? Could I make ir from a washcloth? Thanks for your answers!

Guinea pigs aren't as active as ferrets. I have two guinea pigs and all they seem to need is an igloo. I think they are just lazy though. I think it would be a fun way to play with your new pet, give it a go! don't use a washcloth cause all they will do is chew on it and tear it to shreds. If you really want one then you can find them at your local pets store. And make sure that it hangs lowww. If its too high they will just try to jump on it and hurt themsleves. Hope i helped!

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Guinea Pigs – A Quick-Start Guinea Pig Owners Guide

So you've just brought your new guinea pig home from the shelter or pet store. And now, you're not entirely sure what to do. Let us help you get off to a good start with this Quick-Start Guinea Pig Owners' Guide.

First of all, if you've just returned from the shelter or pet store with a single pig, we strongly recommend that you turn right around and go back. Guinea pigs are social creatures and tend to do better when there are at least two pigs living together. Two females are a good combination. Two males can live together in harmony as long as they have been raised together. And while it is possible to introduce two grown males to each other, it does require patience and care. A male and a female are the very best combination, but of course one of them needs to be "fixed" in order to avoid a future in-cage population explosion.

Your first task is to choose a cage. Pet store cages tend to be too small to adequately house a single pig - not to mention multiple pigs. Use the following guidelines when choosing a guinea pig enclosure:

One guinea pig: 6-7 sq. ft.
Two guinea pigs: 7.5 sq. ft.
Three guinea pigs: 10.5 sq. ft.

If you cannot find one large enough at the pet store, you can always build your own cage or buy one online from a reputable cage seller. In recent years, C&C (Cubes and Coroplast ) cages have become quite popular because they provide a lot of cage for the money. Check out the resource box and the end of this article for a link to some online C&C guinea pig cage stores.

Place a nest box, a piece of PVC pipe or other enclosure inside the cage. Pigs like to hide out in cozy little places and providing a hiding place inside the cage will make your pigs feel happier and more secure.

Never place your pigs in an aquarium. Yes, some people do house their pigs in an aquarium, but it is very bad for their respiratory system. Toxic ammonia gas forms as your pigs urinate inside the enclosure. In a wire cage, there is adequate ventilation to carry this gas away. However, in an aquarium the ammonia gas is contained by the glass walls forcing your pigs to breathe it in all day long.

Fill the cage with bedding. Avoid cedar chips and cat litter made from clay. Both are very bad for your guinea pig's respiratory system. A litter made from recycled newspaper works very well. Also, many people have begun to line their cages with an absorbent material covered in fleece. The fleece allows liquids to wick through into the absorbent layer.

In general, Timothy hay is very good for you pigs. Your pigs can have it in virtually unlimited quantities. Alfalfa hay should be given much more sparingly. Alfalfa hay is richer and will cause your pigs to gain excessive weight.

While, commercial pellets are fine for your guinea pigs, however, they are also very rich and should be given in small quantities as a supplement to the main diet which should consist mostly of fresh vegetables and fruits. Only vegetables with rich dark colors should be chosen. Iceberg lettuce should never be fed to your pigs; it is mostly empty calories with little nutritional value.

Don't forget to install a water bottle in your pig's cage. Water dishes do not work well - as pigs tend to tip them over.

Above all, don't panic. Guinea pigs are wonderful animals and do not require an excessive amount of care. Remember that guinea pigs do better in pairs or groups than living alone. Be sure to provide adequate living space. C&C cages are a popular choice nowadays because they do provide a lot of room for a reasonable price. Provide a comfortable hiding place for your pigs - many nest boxes are available for guinea pigs. An upside-down small cardboard box works well too (although guinea pigs like to chew so you may have to replace it often). Feed your pig mostly deep-colored fresh veggies and provide a water bottle. That's all you need to get started. To learn more, pick up a good guinea pig reference guide.   

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BESWICK Beatrix Potter AMIABLE GUINEA PIG BP3a Made 1973 1974 Only    US $55.28

New NIP SuperPet rabbit bunny guinea pigs LOT OF CHEW Treats TOYS    US $3.95

ACEO ORIGINAL GUINEA PIG CAPYBARA LITTLE LARGE BABY PAINTING SUZANNE LE GOOD    US $25.26

HIMALAYAN GUINEA PIG CAVY PAINTING GLASS PENDANT ON SILVER CHAIN SUZANNE LE GOOD    US $31.60

ORIGINAL MINIATURE DUTCH GUINEA PIG CAVY FIGURINE MODEL BY SUZANNE LE GOOD    US $21.33

MEDIUM WIDE SKULL GUINEA PIG CUDDLE SACK REVERSIBLE    US $6.99

XL VALENTINES HEART POUCH RODENTS GUINEA PIG RATS HEDGEHOG FERRET AND MORE    US $9.99

MEDIUM LARGE POLKA DOT GUINEA PIG CUDDLE SACK REVERSIBLE    US $7.99

XLARGE SAILOR POUCH FOR SMALL ANIMALS guinea pigs rats rodents hedgehog    US $9.99

LARGE FABRIC TUNNEL ZEBRA great for guinea pigs rats rodents hedgehogs    US $9.99

LARGE SKULL POUCH FOR MULTIPLE GUINEA PIGSRATS RODENTSHEDGEHOGS RABBITS    US $9.99

Super Pet Hay Buffet Feeder HAY FEEDER FOR RABBITSGUINEA PIGS OTHERS    US $.99

Medium Comfort Harness Stretchy Stroller For Ferret Guinea Pig etc NIP    US $5.50

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LITTLEST PET SHOP PROMOTIONAL GUINEA PIG 494 LOW SHIPPING    US $1.04

Large Guinea pig starter cage 2ft by 3ft    US $24.00

NEW NIP SUPER PET litter box CAGE CLIPS bunny rabbit guinea pig chinchilla    US $.99

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Choose Guinea Pig Cages Carefully!

Are you interested in having a really happy guinea pig? A proven way to make certain of this is to make sure your guinea pig has a nice clean home to live in, and that he has quite a lot of room run around!

Generally speaking guinea pig cages really needs to be as big as your house space and your budget will allow. You don't need to go overboard, but it is better to give your guinea pig more room than he needs than to give him less room than he would need to stay healthy and happy. As a guideline, your guinea pig cage should be between seven and eight square feet assuming you have just one guinea pig, and between ten and eleven square feet when you've got two guinea pigs. For each additional guinea pig in your cage you should have between two and three additional square feet of living space. If that sounds like a lot just remember that guinea pigs need lots of room to romp around and get exercise, and the more exercise a guinea pig gets, the happier he's going to be. Without adequate exercise your furry friend will get fat, and overweight guinea pigs are more likely to develop health problems, and you do not need that to happen. If your guinea pig is lucky enough to have a 2-story home remember that any additional levels mustn't be counted in providing the minimum square footage.

It shouldn't be too difficult to find a good quality guinea pig cage at your local pet store. If you cannot find a cage that is big enough you can consider making your own. It's not going to take you very long, and it can be very rewarding. Not merely because you will have a cage that your guinea pig really loves, but because it will more than likely outshine anything you might have purchased.

Guinea pigs really should be housed in cages composed of wire rather than glass enclosures because wire cages provide significantly better ventilation for your pet, and if a glass enclosure breaks it could possibly cut your guinea pig. Wood cages are easily chewed through and so are not your best option for your guinea pig cage.

Your cage of preference must not have a with a wire bottom. Wire floors are problematic for your guinea pigs feet and can trap your pet's toes and legs. Wire can also corrode so it is not so popular among pet owners. The best type of floor for your guinea pigs cage is actually a solid plastic bottom which is the most common that you will find. The cages also needs to be free from all sharp edges and needs to be secure enough to prevent the guinea pigs from escaping. A convenient feature which will make cleaning the cage faster and easier is a slide-out tray type bottom - this should be on your list of must-haves for a cage. A big cage door is also a good addition to a guinea pig's cage so that you have plenty of room to get your hand in to pet, love, and pick up your guinea pig.

A final tip I would like to pass on is to be mindful of where you keep your guinea pigs cage. Because guinea pigs are susceptible to upper respiratory infections you should avoid keeping your pet's cage in any high-humidity locations like a a laundry room, and bathrooms with showers and baths also needs to be avoided.

Remember, keep your guinea pig happy - he is dependent upon you!

About the Author

Mike Andrews is a 52-year Colorado native and is a practicing real estate broker. Mike also dabbles as an internet marketer and operates several online businesses. Mike is a life-long animal lover, a guinea pig enthusiast, and the author of dozens of pet care articles.

For additional information relating to guinea pig cages please visit my website at http://www.petguineapigsinfo.com. Peace.