What hutch is best for a guinea pig?

Two of the hutches that offer the most space for your guinea pigs are the Chartwell and Kendal hutches. Chartwell hutches are deeper than many guinea pig hutches, including the Kendal hutch, which is a real advantage for your small pets, giving them more space to play.

How much does a good guinea pig cage cost?

If you choose to buy a cage from a store (rather than making one yourself), the price can vary, starting from $25 and going up to around $300. You can order a relatively inexpensive 7.5-sq. -ft cage from amazon.com for around $50.00. For this example, however, let’s use $80 as an average starter cage price.

What size hutch do I need for 2 guinea pigs?

7.5 square feet
Two guinea pigs: 7.5 square feet (minimum), but at least 10.5 square feet (30” x 50”) is preferred.

Is a 4ft hutch big enough for 2 guinea pigs?

The minimum cage size for two guinea pigs should be 120cm x 60cm x 45cm, however for the sake of your guinea pig’s health and happiness, consider providing as large a cage for them as possible. A larger cage provides space for the guinea pigs to exercise, as well as giving them plenty of space to run and play.

Is it OK to put guinea pigs on wet grass?

As already mentioned, you should avoid putting them on wet grass. Make sure the surface is dry so that your pocket pets are not exposed to life-threatening diseases such as pneumonia.

Is it OK to leave guinea pigs outside?

Can guinea pigs live outside? Yes. Though if you make the decision to house them outdoors you’ll need to put lots of thought into making sure they’re safe. Guinea pigs are vulnerable to all extremes of weather (both very cold and very hot climates can be dangerous).

How expensive are guinea pigs monthly?

Guinea pigs can be much more expensive than you might have guessed. Although they’re small, their food isn’t especially cheap, and much like rabbits, they’ll need a regular supply of bedding and hay. Between the bedding, hay, pellets, and fresh produce, you’re looking at $40-$60 in monthly costs.

Is it better to have 2 male or 2 female guinea pigs?

As pets they are usually kept in pairs or trios of the same sex. Two females (sows) will live happily together, as will two males (boars), particularly if they are siblings. Two boars of different ages will usually get along together, as long as there are no females around.

Is it OK to have guinea pigs in your bedroom?

It is critically important to the long-term health and happiness of your guinea pig that you place its cage central to family activity or at the immediate periphery. Do not put cages in children’s bedrooms. The guinea pig should be part of family life, even if it is designated as one person’s pet.

Is 120cm cage big enough for 2 guinea pigs?

The RSPCA recommend 120cm x 60cm as the minimum cage size for 2 guinea pigs (minimum floor area of 8 square feet), and to add 30cm for each additional guinea pig.