Are MidWest cages good for guinea pigs?

Unlike any other pet cage on the market, the Midwest Guinea Habitat can easily expand from 8 sq. Additionally, this guinea pig cage folds flat for convenient storage and easy travel, provides a large, safe environment for your guinea pig to roam in and is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.

How many MidWest cages do I need for 3 guinea pigs?

3 guinea pigs – 10 sq. ft. minimum. 4 guinea pigs – 12 sq.

Can two guinea pigs be in a MidWest Cage?

MidWest Cages is one of the few prebuilt cages that are actually suitable for guinea pigs. It has the dimensions of 47” x 24” with the walls being 14” high. This provides roughly 7.8 Square feet of space which is slightly larger than the minimum requirement for two guinea pigs which is 7.5 square feet.

How big is the MidWest guinea pig habitat plus?

8 square feet
Guinea Habitat Plus When making your guinea pig feel at home, bigger is definitely better! The Guinea Habitat Plus features 8 square feet of space and can easily be expanded to 16 square feet with the simple addition of another Guinea Habitat or Guinea Habitat Plus.

Is it OK to just have one guinea pig?

Typically, it’s not okay for guinea pigs to live alone. Most don’t do well as single pets, because they’re social, herd animals, thriving with at least one friend. However, some guinea pigs are human-oriented and transfer their social needs to humans. And live happy lives with devoted pet parents.

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

The most suitable pairings are two females or a neutered male and a female. If you would like to keep a group of three or more guinea pigs it’s not advisable to have more than one male as any more can cause a conflict over resources.

How many guinea pigs can live in a MidWest Cage?

3 Guinea Pigs
Since Guinea Pigs are social creatures MidWest Homes for Pets suggests at least having two per habitat. The Guinea Pig Habitat can suit up to 3 Guinea Pigs and provides the right amount of living space recommended by Veterinarians and Breeders.

Is it better to have 1 or 2 guinea pigs?

Guinea pigs are social pets and are therefore best kept in groups of two or more. This enables them to express their natural behaviour, and allows for all of their social needs to be met.

Can you walk a guinea pig on a leash?

You can “walk” a guinea pig on a leash, but don’t try to get your guinea pig to go for outdoor walks. Unlike dogs and cats, cavies cannot successfully learn to go for leashed walks. While some people indeed train their small captive pets to walk around on leashes, it isn’t suitable for guinea pigs.

Why do guinea pigs live in Midwest homes?

Additionally, MidWest discovered that the more spacious the area provided, the easier it is for the caretaker to clean and maintain than a conventional, more restrictive enclosure. Result? Fit, healthy, well-adjusted guinea pigs that are more entertaining to watch and a relationship between them and their owners that’s a whole lot happier!

How many guinea pigs can fit in guinea pig habitat?

The Guinea Pig Habitat can suit up to 3 Guinea Pigs and provides the right amount of living space recommended by Veterinarian’s and Breeders. MidWest Homes for Pets stands behind the quality of our products with a 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty.

How big is a plus guinea pig cage?

Each Guinea Pig Habitat “Plus” includes a leak-proof, durable PVC lined canvas bottom that is hand-washable. The ‘Bigger is Better’ interactive and expandable habitat / small animal cage is designed with Guinea Pigs and their owners in mind and provides 8 sqft of living area for you Guinea Pig to ensure they have enough room for play and exercise.

What makes a guinea pig a good pet?

Guinea pigs make great pets because they’re low maintenance, gentle, and great with kids! Remember these tips to keep your guinea pig happy and healthy. Space – guinea pigs need space to exercise, explore, and socialize. Grooming – Long-haired guinea pigs should be brushed daily to avoid mats and knots.