What cool things can guinea pigs do?

Activities Guinea Pigs Can Do

• Burrowing. Burrowing comes naturally to guinea pigs.
• Tunnels. In keeping with their natural desire to burrow, tunnels provide endless fun for guinea pigs.
• Tug-of-War. Guinea pigs love to play with one another and will be more playful in a cage where they have adequate space.
• Play Ball.

What do guinea pigs eat facts?

Typically, domesticated Guinea pigs eat processed pellets made from alfalfa hay or timothy hay and vitamins and minerals that Guinea pigs need to be healthy. They also love vegetables and fruits such as kale, mustard greens, bell peppers, carrots, bananas, apples and blueberries.

How many fingers do guinea pigs have?

four toes
Guinea pigs have four toes on their front paws, but only three on their hind paws: However, some guinea pigs have more toes than normal – this variation is known as ‘polydactyly’.

What are some fun facts about guinea pigs?

12 fun facts about gorgeous guinea pigs

• They don’t come from Guinea.
• They are not related to pigs at all.
• They don’t get on with rabbits.
• They like to chat to each other.
• They scent mark their stuff.
• They only sleep for short periods.
• They can break dance.
• They have an odd number of toes.

Do guinea pigs know their name?

Yes! Guinea pigs can certainly recognize and respond to their name with the help of some training, along with consistency, patience, and time. As such, they can be trained to recognize individual words, meaning they can also learn their name. The only problem is that they learn a little slower than cats and dogs do.

Do guinea pigs stink?

I’ve heard guinea pigs are good starter pets because they’re relatively small, they tend to not bite as often. They can be a bit smelly but if you clean the cage regularly and bathe the guinea the smell is infrequent. Store guineas are very scared and can bite more frequently.

Do guinea pigs have periods?

The guinea pig’s heat cycle lasts 16 days. The period during which the female is receptive to the male and will allow breeding lasts about 8 hours. Female guinea pigs can come back into heat 15 hours after giving birth.

Do guinea pigs learn their names?

Do guinea pigs bite hurt?

Guinea pigs are docile animals, and rarely bite without cause. These are not hard bites, though, and don’t hurt. It’s not aggression, just curiosity. Guinea pigs only use their teeth aggressively if they feel under threat – they are their only means of defence.

Why do guinea pigs bite their owners?

Sometimes, guinea pigs will bite you when they mean to nibble on themselves. This can be an indicator of mites or fleas. If discomfort or pain is a concern, contact your veterinarian for an exam right away. If your pig is nibbling/biting while you are holding it, it may need to get down to urinate.

Why guinea pigs are Bad Pets?

Common Health Problems. Guinea pigs are generally hardy animals but are subject to a few common health problems. The most frequently seen issues with pet guinea pigs are respiratory infections, diarrhea, scurvy (from a vitamin C deficiency ), tumors, abscesses due to infection, urinary problems, and infestations by lice, mites, or fungus.

Why do guinea pigs make good pets?

Because they are very calm animals, guinea pigs are even good pets for very small children who might otherwise terrify a cat or dog. They are sturdy, so accidental roughness is unlikely to hurt them. Unlike smaller rodents like hamsters and gerbils, guinea pigs are not nervous animals.

Do guinea pigs make great pets?

Guinea pigs can make great pets, especially for families with children who are looking for an interactive, low-maintenance animal. They tend to be affectionate, hardy and fairly easy to care for.

What are some things guinea pigs love?

The guinea pig likes some items like: grapes, onion, raisins, cauliflower and broccoli, leeks, bananas, spinach – but, use these sparingly to prevent them from bloating, regardless how tasty are these for your guinea pig. Next, the guinea pig likes to rest well and have its own, relatively normal space to rest in.