Is your guinea pig drinking and urinating a lot? It could be kidney disease. Find out more about this serious condition

Do you suspect your guinea pig has eaten something poisonous? Check their symptoms regarding organic and chemical poisoning. Also includes tips on how to prevent… Read More »Guinea Pig Poisoning Symptoms

Impaction is mostly seen in older male guinea pigs and involves a smelly mucky ball of poop and other debris getting stuck in a pocket… Read More »Impaction in Guinea Pigs

Is your guinea pig dragging its back legs? Whether it’s a serious concern or easily treatable depends on the cause. Learn the three most common… Read More »Guinea Pig Hind Leg Paralysis | Dragging Back Legs

A head tilt in guinea pigs could indicate a Middle Ear Infection But what about other symptoms? Find out more in our guide which includes… Read More »Middle Ear Infections In Guinea Pigs + Head Tilts

Find out the symptoms of ovarian cysts in guinea pigs and the treatment options including risks involved with surgery.

Bloat and stomach torsion in guinea pigs is are extremely severe conditions where bacterial gas builds up in the stomach and intestines, leading to swelling… Read More »Bloat in Guinea Pigs + Twisted Stomach

Guinea pigs can develop arthritis, a condition marked by joint inflammation and degeneration. As a result, they may experience pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Recognising… Read More »Arthritis in Guinea Pigs

Bladder stones are a painful condition for your guinea pig and need prompt treatment. Find out about stones in the urinary tract and how to… Read More »Guinea Pig Urinary Stones: Bladder + Kidney Stones + Sludge

Ensuring the health and well-being of your guinea pig starts with regular at-home checks. By familiarising yourself with routine health evaluations and recognising early symptoms… Read More »Guinea Pig Health Checklist: Routine Weekly Checks at Home

Ensuring your guinea pig’s health and well-being is a vital part of your loving care; it goes beyond daily tasks and involves specific considerations such… Read More »Guinea Pig Veterinary Care + Pet Insurance + Vaccinations

Your ultimate guide to guinea pig behaviour! Decode their unique noises and body language to understand and bond with your pet like never before.

Providing your guinea pigs with a well-balanced diet that meets all their nutritional needs is crucial. One of the essential nutrients that guinea pigs require… Read More »Vitamin C Deficiency and Scurvy in Guinea Pigs

Like all pets, guinea pigs can become ill with diarrhoea. This guide will look at the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of diarrhoea in guinea… Read More »Diarrhoea in Guinea Pigs: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Guinea pigs are susceptible to a common fungal infection known as ringworm. While the name might suggest otherwise, ringworm is not caused by worms but… Read More »Ringworm in Guinea Pigs: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, & Prevention

As guinea pig owners, we must be aware of common health issues that can affect our small pets. One such condition is bumblefoot, or pododermatitis,… Read More »Bumblefoot in Guinea Pigs: Pododermatitis Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Not all pets can or should be bathed, but you can bathe a guinea pig and, as an experienced guinea pig owner, I recommend that… Read More »How to Bathe a Guinea Pig