10 Things You Need to Know BEFORE GETTING GUINEA PIGS - Part 1 | BEGINNERS GUIDE | Guinea Pig Care

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  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  2 месяца назад +1

    ** You can get the Care Sheets, Food Charts, Forage Guides here: www.guineapiggles.co.uk/downloads/ and Recommended Guinea Pig Products here: www.guineapiggles.co.uk/resources/ **

  • @tokie4413
    @tokie4413 4 года назад +952

    Me a deaf person with guinea pigs in my bedroom: I am four parallel universes ahead of you

    • @frasermartin345
      @frasermartin345 4 года назад +43

      You made me chuckle. Thank you

    • @mustelidaefamily5198
      @mustelidaefamily5198 4 года назад +32

      One reason I can get Guinea pigs it’s because my grandma is deaf and we sleep together in my room, soo she can’t hear them lol and that’s better so she doesn’t get annoyed☺️

    • @error3583
      @error3583 3 года назад +15

      @@frasermartin345 I don’t know why but your comment literally just brightened my entire day. I love you random stranger

    • @tokie4413
      @tokie4413 3 года назад +5

      Aw thank you guys :D

    • @breannafaith6454
      @breannafaith6454 3 года назад +2

      Same

  • @robertdavis5714
    @robertdavis5714 4 года назад +536

    Their sound is music to my ears.

    • @chandsaegar2857
      @chandsaegar2857 3 года назад +4

      🙂🙃👂🎼🎶

    • @solascriptura-e7t
      @solascriptura-e7t 3 года назад +2

      It is.
      I lovvvvvvvvvvvvvveee their squeaks.
      Been a "fan" of them --all small, furry animals-- since a little boy (never really been a dog lover: because of their random barking).

    • @tejramloll1994
      @tejramloll1994 3 года назад +3

      Your ears are dumb to my eyes 😊

    • @adorxluvly1248
      @adorxluvly1248 3 года назад +1

      @@tejramloll1994 right this music is trash lol

    • @skytabin5086
      @skytabin5086 3 года назад +4

      Jesus loves you

  • @colorfulsomething5008
    @colorfulsomething5008 3 года назад +184

    Very nice that you mentioned the cage size and how most sold cages are too small. And also that you should never have one alone, but always two! That is sooo important and everyone getting guinea pigs should know this.

  • @AllieXwilliams
    @AllieXwilliams 3 года назад +451

    Things I’m doing right
    1.lost of space
    2.i have 2 boys
    3. They get fresh veggies every day
    4.i play with them (if they let me)
    5. I can clean there cage
    6. I can trim nails (or my mom)
    7. I can groom shooky(my super long hair one)
    8. I am always home
    9. They get the right about of food (hay,veggies,pellets)
    10. I love when they talk!!!
    11. I’m not allergic!
    12.i am not going anywhere anytime soon BC I’m 15 lol!

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +61

      It sounds like you're a good piggy parent! :)

    • @AllieXwilliams
      @AllieXwilliams 3 года назад +23

      Update on my piggies: they still don’t like me very much, I can go I to the room where there cage is and they run away from me. When I pick them up they let me hold them tho. There cages gets very stinky so Deep clean it about every 2-3 days. When I put them in a laundry basket with a blanket underneath they run from me at first but then they seem to enjoy my pets on there ears. Overall I love my pigs but I wish they would feel the same way about me!🥲😁😚💗

    • @zoe-ci3xv
      @zoe-ci3xv 3 года назад +7

      Hii! I have a question as I’m wondering about getting a guinea pig! 😊
      Do they need to be able to graze on grass? I live in an apartment and it doesn’t have a garden! Also another thing is, do they get scared by dog barking? People walk their dogs by the apartments and the bark SO MUCH! It’s ok if you can answer! :)

    • @AllieXwilliams
      @AllieXwilliams 3 года назад +11

      @@zoe-ci3xv loud noises do startle the piggies. Mine are upstairs and away from my dogs so they don’t hear them. But over time i think they will get used to the loud barking from time to time. It might take a little longer for them to be comfortable because of the shocking loud noises tho. I have taken my pigs outside to play with the kids I babysit(on the grass) and they liked it, but it’s not a necessary need. I’m not the perfect pet parent but that is what I have gathered throughout my pig Journey so far. I hope this helps at least a little bit!😁

    • @zoe-ci3xv
      @zoe-ci3xv 3 года назад +3

      @@AllieXwilliams aww thanks! Also, are they noisy at night? As in can I keep them in my bedroom? I have this shelf and it’s very wide and big was I was thinking of getting a big hutch and putting it under there, (with lamps etc so it’s not dark when I’m not in the room) 😊

  • @ashley-ik9hj
    @ashley-ik9hj 3 года назад +263

    I had guinea pigs when I was like twelve years old; I didn't research about guinea pigs or anything - and unfortunately the passed away. Now that I am more mature and older I have decided to get some more [I'm 19 now]. I've been watching more videos and now I am more educated about them. :)

    • @GThunder_Gaming
      @GThunder_Gaming 3 года назад +15

      WE ARE THE SAME! I got one when I was 11 and back then I don't know how to take care of them so they also passed away. I just turned 19 today and I miss taking care of guinea pigs so I'm thinking about getting them.

    • @lilyannabelle2470
      @lilyannabelle2470 3 года назад +1

      That was the same with me. We got two guinea pigs when I was 9 and now I’m 18 and want to get guinea pigs again, so have done so much research to make sure I’m more educated now about them and their care ❤️

    • @frozenolives6745
      @frozenolives6745 2 года назад +1

      How did it die?

    • @puppetandfun1362
      @puppetandfun1362 2 года назад +1

      I have been wanting Guinea pigs since I saw some at the farm 😂. So I’ve been watching Guinea piggles to find out some things I need to get and how to care for them.

    • @ashley-ik9hj
      @ashley-ik9hj 2 года назад +6

      @𝐴𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑎 𝑘 Okay, first of all, no need to be judgemental. Some people are very different and aren't like you who know how to take care of pets. I've learned my mistakes and now how to take proper care.

  • @missingsummerur7wq
    @missingsummerur7wq 3 года назад +141

    Thinks I’m doing right 😃!:
    -Everybody has at least 1/2 buddies in my herd
    -Big space!!
    -Fresh veggies every morning and evening(7am-5pm)
    -Nails trimmed every week or so and groomed every week
    -Pellets, hay, and water always refilled
    -Play with them for at least 20 minutes a day! (Each)
    -Make fun little games for them to entertain them!
    I love my little herd! ❤️
    3 boys: Apollo, Patch, and Bruno
    3 girls: Cleo, August, Lady

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +20

      Fantastic! You sound like a brilliant piggy parent! :)

    • @beverleybalshaw9119
      @beverleybalshaw9119 Год назад +1

      I too have a Cleo 😊
      And two more girls, Phoebe and Sheba. Sadly my elderly gent Tipsy, had to be put to sleep.😢 I held him as he crossed the Rainbow 🌈. Oh yes we cry, but I have always stayed with my pets large or small, you owe it to them to show you love them, as they loved us unconditionally all their lives 💗
      I also have a big space for my piggies. I don't intend reducing it, even though I'm almost on the pavement outside....on the sofa....
      watching TV!! lol 😆 My girls have a 3x5 grid and floor time for "play time" and love to zoom. They are going for a nail trim tomorrow, as they're young and still skittish, I want them to have a good experience, without any mishaps!😱. They are coming out of their shell and climb on me for treats, but scream blue murder when picked up, no matter how gentle! 😅 They do calm down, when THEY are ready. They may never be like to be picked up, but kindness and gentleness ALL THE TIME is the key to a piggies heart,
      (🐹 don't forget the treats!! 🥕🥬)

  • @soundlessmelody7618
    @soundlessmelody7618 8 месяцев назад +3

    My hamster passed away 2 months ago
    I commented on this video a year ago and stumbled upon it once again
    Getting guinea pigs soon, building a waaaaay larger enclosure for them to have fun in
    R.I.P BMO
    Thanks again for the advice

  • @brachiosaurus6350
    @brachiosaurus6350 3 года назад +116

    Unfortunately mine died yesterday after having her for almost 7 years since she was a few weeks old Rest In Peace Trixie you will be very missed ❤️

    • @sololafolle1808
      @sololafolle1808 3 года назад +2

      What a coincidence I was thinking of getting one and it had that same name but rip

    • @brachiosaurus6350
      @brachiosaurus6350 3 года назад +5

      @@sololafolle1808 she brought me lots of happy memories I say go for it

    • @keneanadera3998
      @keneanadera3998 3 года назад +1

      trixie will be in piggy heaven running around other guinea pigs and eeating hay

    • @aanya2010
      @aanya2010 3 года назад +1

      @@keneanadera3998 I can feel god saying awww Rip trixie

    • @hundo3k798
      @hundo3k798 2 года назад +1

      aw omg I had a guinea pig named trixie too and she also lived for about 7 years :')

  • @foxytudios2755
    @foxytudios2755 3 года назад +78

    This is helping me making a good choice of thinking to ask my parents to get me a guinea pig thank you!

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +4

      I'm really glad it's been helpful :) Remember that guinea pigs like to be in pairs though so we always recommend getting two - you can see our video about this here ruclips.net/video/88S6bCn6ww8/видео.html

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад +4

      make sure the pair aren't male and female unless you want a lot of GUINEA PIGs

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      @Draco Malfoy also dont put two males together

    • @UdonnoodleAJDerpy
      @UdonnoodleAJDerpy 3 года назад +2

      @@joejacko1587 two males can 100% be put together. they just require maybe a bit more space and seperate food and water. i own two bonded males who absolutely love eachother and have had no issues.

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      @@UdonnoodleAJDerpy how old are they

  • @alaskacosplay
    @alaskacosplay 2 года назад +19

    I'd love to own a few guinea pigs one day. Not only are they adorable, they are a historically accurate pet as they have been kept by royals and nobles back in the day. But if I was going to travel but not on a plane or boat but by car, I'd rather bring them with me.

  • @muahmichelle
    @muahmichelle 3 года назад +80

    i cant believe im finding out just now that guinea pigs should be in pairs :( i feel so bad! I wish i got my guinea pig a friend. she lived for 6 years.

    • @lavalampa3254
      @lavalampa3254 2 года назад +2

      Actually very often guinea pig stress themselves out a lot....l think we did a mistake by having too.... from time to time we have to split them in different cages and slowly introduce them again, for some time they are good and than again same process. I feel my guinea pig that was alone lived stress free life,was much more comfortable doing stuff, interacting with us and we spent quite a lot time with him, sister would do her homework and guina was sleeping or cuddling in her lap.

    • @ReadyorNot811
      @ReadyorNot811 2 года назад

      @@lavalampa3254 the cage was probably too small for 2.

    • @lavalampa3254
      @lavalampa3254 2 года назад

      @@ReadyorNot811 That definitely can't be the case cause they have a whole room on display and cage itself isn't small, it's always open and they jump in and out when they want....they attack each other even outdoors, they're both males tho but l don't think it would be different in case of females, we fostered females in few occasions and l find them more aggressive.

  • @dream__soda7900
    @dream__soda7900 Год назад +4

    I work night shifts and want a cuddly companion such as these fellas. They are so adorable.

  • @anemones_editz
    @anemones_editz 2 года назад +7

    "They are noisy"
    That's one of the things that I love about them ❤️

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 года назад +1

      So do we, there noises are so cute aren't they :) But it's important people realise this because it isn't for everyone, particularly if they're thinking of having the guinea pigs in a bedroom :)

  • @isabelleoney3318
    @isabelleoney3318 4 года назад +157

    the intro made my guinea pigs jump lol
    edited: wow, i didn't think i'd get so many likes. thanks guys!

  • @Carla-xs2if
    @Carla-xs2if 4 года назад +56

    This was so helpful! I’m taking in some piggies from a friend who wants to rehome hers so now I’m learning how to take the best care of them

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +6

      That's great news! I hope you enjoy caring for your new piggies, they're adorable little pets :) x

    • @ekn4466
      @ekn4466 3 года назад +1

      wow same!!

    • @austinmiller1427
      @austinmiller1427 Год назад +1

      I'm getting my rescue piggie either tomorrow or the next day 😊

  • @helenwhewell2739
    @helenwhewell2739 4 года назад +40

    Your channel I so underrated like these vids help me so much

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +5

      Thank you :) I'm glad you're finding our videos helpful!

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад

      Hello Helen how are you doing today

  • @scemolivvy
    @scemolivvy 3 года назад +12

    🐾❤️”Their never ending companionship and love outweighs their smelliness!” 🐾❤️

  • @susanaponte1579
    @susanaponte1579 4 года назад +58

    I love that water bottle!! It's so unique, and I don't think they have those in the U.S.! Wonderful video, you're so professional!

    • @sage_roblox1804
      @sage_roblox1804 4 года назад +4

      They do have those water bottles

    • @erickadavenport8755
      @erickadavenport8755 4 года назад +4

      Those bottle are in pet stores so yes we have them here to

    • @katyb.3520
      @katyb.3520 2 года назад

      Can someone link this one? It’s so cute!

  • @VitexWalker
    @VitexWalker 3 года назад +7

    Aww I have always wanted a Guinea but after watching this I see now is not the right time. Thank you for the information.

  • @vicvessells
    @vicvessells 3 года назад +1

    my brother found a guinea pig in a park, my family and I fell in love with it so now it’s apart of our family, so now i’m here

  • @pandaedits8555
    @pandaedits8555 4 года назад +16

    Welp now I gotta to go get another Guinea pig because I did not know they NEED a partner but I’m kinda happy cuz now I get two

  • @dannyschweikhard3635
    @dannyschweikhard3635 3 года назад +13

    wayyyy to much work for me. Glad I found this video

  • @Mothra-0708
    @Mothra-0708 Год назад +9

    Things I did right:
    -big space
    -lots of veggies
    -2 girls: Berry, and Oreo
    -lots of play time
    -nails trimmed and groomed every week
    Pellets, hay, veggies, and water always refilled

  • @vi.xoxo.
    @vi.xoxo. 3 года назад +31

    Can we just take a moment for her hair!! It’s so pretty! Also thank u so much! This video helped me a lot! I just got a baby guinea pig for my 1 1/2 year old piggy and they seem to like it!! Thank u so much!

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +2

      I'm really glad you found this helpful and it's great that you've got a friend for your other guinea pig. They do love to have company :) You can find out more about guinea pig care on our website at www.guineapiggles.com

    • @vi.xoxo.
      @vi.xoxo. 3 года назад +2

      @@GuineaPiggles thank u again! U are such a amazing youtuber!

  • @girlcavegaming3602
    @girlcavegaming3602 4 года назад +40

    I hate leaving my guinea pigs for even just one day with my brother😂

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +72

    Shall we do a GUINEA PIG HAMPER GIVEAWAY in a future video? VOTE HERE: Thumbs UP on this comment for YES or thumbs DOWN for NO

    • @p.p6847
      @p.p6847 3 года назад

      Can guinea pigs transmit diseases to humans please say something

    • @ashanand478
      @ashanand478 Год назад

      Yes

  • @LetsCookingforPigs
    @LetsCookingforPigs Месяц назад

    You make harvesting look like an art

  • @The_Cute_Raccoon
    @The_Cute_Raccoon 3 года назад +3

    Their sounds are so adorable ♥️

  • @joselinacostanza974
    @joselinacostanza974 2 года назад +2

    I love guinea pigs
    And I love your channel

  • @kayla5237
    @kayla5237 3 года назад +5

    I’m thinking about fostering my brothers guinea pigs for a few months trying to see what I’m getting myself into

  • @mynails_forfun
    @mynails_forfun Год назад +3

    I got my rabbit and realised I have a hay allergy. I’m very lucky that all my allergies are mild and the occasional antihistamine dose the job. He’s totally worth itchy skin and eyes even thinking of adding guinea pigs to the family now.

  • @Flo-h6m
    @Flo-h6m 3 года назад +2

    I am getting one pig soon! And since it’s quarantine I will be able to play with it al lot!

  • @janetpattison8474
    @janetpattison8474 2 года назад +2

    Very very interesting. They don’t Tell you anything at the pet stores. I had no idea they needed so much care

  • @caseyd4439
    @caseyd4439 4 года назад +5

    Thank you for making this video because I’m getting a guinea pig

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +1

      Hi Cassandra, I hope this video is helpful and do bear in mind that we always recommend getting a pair of guinea pigs because a single guinea pig can get depressed - you might want to check out our video on "can a guinea pig live alone" ruclips.net/video/88S6bCn6ww8/видео.html. You might also want to check out our website for lots more advice here www.guineapiggles.com :)

    • @caseyd4439
      @caseyd4439 4 года назад

      I forgot to say that I’m getting to or more

  • @hazelcrabtree7432
    @hazelcrabtree7432 25 дней назад

    Thank you for this clear information I was thinking of getting one - (under the impression that they don't like to be in a crowd) - mistake number one, mistake number two was thinking that I would have time to care for one (two) I am now having a rethink about taking on the care of 2 Guinea-pigs.

  • @yellowkleenex603
    @yellowkleenex603 4 года назад +19

    All of your piggies are soo cute and fluffy!! 🥰😍

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +5

      Thank you :) Mind you, all guinea pigs are super cute and adorable don't you think?!

    • @yellowkleenex603
      @yellowkleenex603 4 года назад +4

      Guinea Piggles OH MY GOD YES! THEY’RE SOOO CUTE!😍

    • @worldofpiggies2797
      @worldofpiggies2797 3 года назад +2

      Agreed!

  • @melodyyoung3922
    @melodyyoung3922 2 года назад +2

    I might be getting a guinea pig for my birthday so be there actually really useful so anyways thank you for this video

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 года назад

      You're welcome :)

    • @melodyyoung3922
      @melodyyoung3922 2 года назад +1

      @@GuineaPiggles yeah it's a lot of help so if you could do like any more videos like I'm going to watch the second version right now and I hope I learned something new bye

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад

      Hello Melody how are you doing

  • @TheBoomBoomandPowPowShow
    @TheBoomBoomandPowPowShow 7 месяцев назад

    I love the video! It is important people understand the attention and care they require. I was amazed to learn how sociable they are! I got guinea pigs because I could not have a dog in my apartment, and let me tell you they give me more attention than any of my dogs ever did...🥰 My Piggies Boom Boom and Pow Pow are Happy Piggies, we have them in our living room with an open door policy when we're home, so they roam freely ❤

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +15

    For all you need when you get your first guinea pigs, check out our STARTER KIT LIST guineapiggles.com/guinea-pig-starter-kit

  • @sunglowwolf-7917
    @sunglowwolf-7917 2 года назад +2

    I’m thinking of fostering small animals in the future (instead of adopting permanently) this was all inspire thanks to my bunnies and soon we might be getting an upgrade for our bunnies so we will probably have the unnecessary extra space we might as well use!

  • @Dancer.221
    @Dancer.221 2 года назад +1

    I'm watching this video many times as I will have my guinea pigs next week.

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 года назад +1

      We have lots more videos on our channel that will help you learn how to care for your guinea pigs too :)

    • @Dancer.221
      @Dancer.221 2 года назад +1

      @@GuineaPiggles Yes thank you so much for the videos I'll have my guinea pigs tomorrow and your videos are really helpful. Thank you so much for the videos.

  • @vildachaparral9841
    @vildachaparral9841 2 года назад +1

    I'm getting 2 piggies in 2 days, really exited

  • @kayievlogs
    @kayievlogs 2 года назад +3

    that's so helpful 👍 I'll get piggies this coming week. this is a very informative content for us begginers 🥰🥰

  • @tracy4075
    @tracy4075 3 года назад +8

    I'm 9 and will care for mine so much. I will feed every day and give water and cut Nails( I will ask my dad to help) and will NOT wash them. And I will love them soo much. Also I have my room pig safe so I will let them free roam in my room and probably let it sleep in my bed if it wants and will clean the poop

  • @Wishkittydog
    @Wishkittydog 2 года назад +1

    There cuteness are music to my ears 👂!

  • @DreamSounds19
    @DreamSounds19 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for sharing this tips, fully watched.Full support friend,see you always

  • @AddisonLambert-y2d
    @AddisonLambert-y2d 10 месяцев назад

    I love that water bottle!! It's so unique, and I don't think they have those in the U.S.! Wonderful video, you're so professional!

  • @RainingDayx
    @RainingDayx 3 года назад +1

    Ty im getting 2 boys in tuseday and im so excited and this gided it also my mom knows how to bc she has a guinea pig when she was young

  • @iloverobin-su2xi
    @iloverobin-su2xi 3 года назад +4

    Im about to get 2 guiniea pigs soon so this was very helpful! :)

    • @chloey7573
      @chloey7573 3 года назад

      i have 2 guinea pigs i had them for 3 weeks :)

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад

      I'm glad you've found this helpful. We also have loads of info on our website here www.guineapiggles.com that you might find useful

  • @Portahooty
    @Portahooty 5 месяцев назад

    For a long time I wanted rats as pets, but when I went to summer camp they had a place where you could pet animals and stuff and they had a Guinea pig there who I just LOVED and he loved me (I could tell his emotions because of my knowledge on rats and also when I got home I looked it up again just to make sure). So now I’m considering getting Guinea pigs (but rats are still number 1).

  • @worldofpiggies2797
    @worldofpiggies2797 3 года назад +2

    Really cute Guinea pigs! And so true❤💕

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +1

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  • @fuzzysisters4434
    @fuzzysisters4434 3 года назад

    Your guinea pigs are SO. SO. SO. CUTE!!!!!

  • @MightyQueso1279
    @MightyQueso1279 3 года назад

    Getting a guinea pig to tomorrow can't wait 😃😃🙂

  • @SincerelyBumble
    @SincerelyBumble 3 месяца назад

    As a deep sleeper whom fell asleep while there was REALLY loud music and when my timer was going off I think I got it

  • @icecreamguineapigs
    @icecreamguineapigs 3 года назад +3

    Very good video! All these facts you are talking about are so true for the pigs! As already having guinea pigs, I would totally recommend this to someone who is looking into getting guinea pigs!

  • @TypeR10CSS
    @TypeR10CSS 2 года назад

    I love guinea pigs so much 😻

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +60

    You can buy our GUINEA PIG CARE SHEETS here www.guineapiggles.co.uk/downloads/#download-care

    • @maggiesng
      @maggiesng 3 года назад +1

      :0

    • @jhakinoff7915
      @jhakinoff7915 3 года назад

      Hi i have a question if i have school is it ok if i leve them to go to school

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад +1

      i used to have a single GUINEA PIG my sister had one two but they didn't get along so they were never in the same cage also make sure they are the same sex having 2 will turn into 100 fast

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      @@jhakinoff7915 yes just make sure they have their water bottle they use the same one as hamsters that hang also food and they are good to go also make sure the water bottle is working by rubbing your along the ball and make sure water comes out of it yes you can leave them for a weekend just make sure they have food n water i don't think this lady has ever even read a book on taking care of them she would be having them on wood floors for long periods

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      why don't you use sawdust for their cages

  • @YouTube-tied
    @YouTube-tied Год назад +1

    The close caption for "long-haired" came out as "lunkhead" hahaha...Hey reet-rats have feelings too! :) Great presentation and solid facts and knowledge. I'll wager that most people my age (57) in America had reet-rats when we were kids and maybe as teens too and never knew most of this stuff. I'd love to own a pair now but schedule doesn't really permit it.

  • @vickywright54
    @vickywright54 2 года назад

    Omgosh the little brush 🥰🥰🥰

  • @girlcavegaming3602
    @girlcavegaming3602 4 года назад +1

    To late and the intro made my guinea pigs squeak and popcorn

  • @Plan3ttt
    @Plan3ttt 4 месяца назад

    The intro always makes my guinea pig squeak !

  • @washingtonhidalgo3056
    @washingtonhidalgo3056 3 года назад

    A good input if you want a lot from your guinea pigs

  • @steamin3354
    @steamin3354 4 года назад +3

    I will be getting two this week(I think) I hope they do get along and I’m prepared for the commitment I’m just scared I won’t do very good.

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +3

      If you get them from a rescue, they'll be able to make sure you have a bonded pair so they get along.. We always recommend rescue piggies :) Check out our website for tips on how to care for your guinea pigs and research things and you should be fine :) guineapiggles.com/how-to-look-after-a-guinea-pig

    • @steamin3354
      @steamin3354 4 года назад +1

      @@GuineaPiggles thank you for assuring me I’m excited for them😁😁😁😁

  • @misteon_builds
    @misteon_builds 3 года назад +26

    Her: says many cages online are small
    me: gets an AD that says buy rabbit and guinea pig cages online now

  • @jobeatty2373
    @jobeatty2373 Год назад

    I pig went crazy for the sound in the intro

  • @Kandionpawz0
    @Kandionpawz0 2 года назад

    Thanks for getting me to know this I might be getting a guinea pig for Christmas

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 года назад

      Don't forget to get a pair :) By the way, you might find page on our website helpful. www.guineapiggles.co.uk/how-to-look-after-a-guinea-pig/

  • @sofiahurtig8903
    @sofiahurtig8903 3 года назад +3

    I have 2 guineapigs, both girls. I have alot time for them, they do have hay all the time. And ofcourse vegetables, but not really any dandelion leaves or anything like that because well, there's already LOTS of snow on the ground. Lumi, is a bit bigger pig, compared to her sister Lulu. Lumi loves attention, right now she is sleeping on me. So i don't want to bother her, Lulu loves attention too. Lumi is white, and Lulu has white, black, brown, and dark brown colored fur.
    But the thing i really need to know is that how often should i bathe my pigs? I know bathing them too often will dry out their skin. So i want to make sure i don't bathe them too much, their fur is short and usually very soft. But it has started to feel a bit rough than usually. They are still young, so could that be because they are getting older? Maybe, but how much do guineapigs usually shed? I love my guineapigs, and i want them to be happy and healthy, so if you have time. Please answer if you can.

  • @97b0n3s
    @97b0n3s 2 года назад

    I’m getting two guniea pigs when I move and this was so helpful Omg❤️❤️

  • @Winniethepoohfan_
    @Winniethepoohfan_ Год назад

    I’m getting my Guinea Pig tomorrow

  • @lisamir9937
    @lisamir9937 3 года назад +2

    Thankyou for the information.. Guess I'm going for a plant instead😂

  • @DawnLewis-f8l
    @DawnLewis-f8l 2 месяца назад

    fine i'll watch it

  • @mudpuddle1762
    @mudpuddle1762 3 года назад +1

    I only have one i found out about pairs to late since the other got sold by the time i had the money tho im happy hes ok have him for 7years about to be 8years i don’t want to think when he passes but it something i have to be prepared for the next time i get one in a pair that time it’ll be a long time before i do.

  • @KingLemi8725
    @KingLemi8725 3 года назад +2

    This helped sooooooo much THANK YOU

  • @keoratha3613
    @keoratha3613 3 года назад +1

    so beautiful guinea pig

  • @RetrHaze
    @RetrHaze 2 года назад

    thanks alot for the help and just to show my appreciation i subbed

  • @annavosk7329
    @annavosk7329 4 года назад +12

    I learned a lot after getting my two girls. Especially about pooping lol.

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +6

      They certainly poop a lot! If you have a garden, you can use the poops as manure - they have a similar quality to horse manure!

    • @weeb9086
      @weeb9086 4 года назад +3

      Guinea Piggles good to know my mom is growing a flower bed and vegetables

  • @SILENTSHADOW_75
    @SILENTSHADOW_75 3 года назад +1

    I love Guinea pig

  • @unicornmagicalkittycatfamily
    @unicornmagicalkittycatfamily Год назад +1

    Petsmart dose a 14 day care trial thing so if anything happens within 14 days you can return them and get your money back, so during that time if you find out they’re allergic you can return them

    • @HeyImFunne
      @HeyImFunne Год назад

      Thank you!

    • @carom3597
      @carom3597 10 месяцев назад

      Wow I didn’t know this. Thanks for the tip!

  • @jaelynscott2447
    @jaelynscott2447 2 года назад +2

    How do I create a dui cage? Which stores sells the materials that I would need?

  • @calianncooper9393
    @calianncooper9393 3 года назад

    My mom is a professional hair stylist so we got u lol

  • @kristencatherine746
    @kristencatherine746 2 года назад +1

    Awe I just rescued a little few month old from a family member giving her bad care … I’ve never wanted a piggie or even seen one. So when I heard the noises she made I became in love ! Now I have a Guinea pig child I NEED to learn how to care for ! Yikes 😬

  • @annavosk7329
    @annavosk7329 4 года назад +6

    Do you recommend bathing for short haired guinea pigs? Also if so how often? Also what shampoo? Maybe you could make a bathing video

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +4

      We have short haired guinea pigs and long haired guinea pigs and don't often bathe the short haired ones but they do need one occasionally so every 3 months or so is fine. You can get small pet shampoo but I've also used my own shampoo with ours which is very gentle and free from parabens etc. This page might be helpful re bathing www.guineapiggles.co.uk/can-you-bathe-a-guinea-pig. We will be bringing out a bathing video very soon too so thanks ever so much for your feedback and look out for more videos coming soon! :)

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +2

      Here's a link to our bathing video which we published a few days ago. I hope you find it helpful :) ruclips.net/video/wdyx5Ov8eCs/видео.html

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад

      Hello Anne how are you doing today

  • @makaylabowling4616
    @makaylabowling4616 3 года назад

    I can’t wait to get a guinea pig

  • @aanavrin
    @aanavrin 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for these! I already got one, but yknow. Ill be frons wishing for a new cage for my guinea pig on christmas since they (still dont know their gender) are maybe going to get a friend

  • @jimboi7391
    @jimboi7391 3 года назад +8

    You must watch this before getting a guinea pig.
    IN SWITZERLAND IT IS ILLEGAL TO HAVE 1 GUINEA PIG

  • @rowanheart8122
    @rowanheart8122 Год назад

    My mom's coworker is offering us her two males, and we're considering it, although not all that seriously. Despite it not being a strong possibility, I'm doing all the research I can.

  • @Urfavbella_o
    @Urfavbella_o 3 года назад

    Ty because I'm getting a guinea pig

  • @commenter594
    @commenter594 3 года назад +1

    Oh ma’am thankyou! I’m getting a guinea pig soon - I didn’t know they could get depressed without another of their kind so it helped a lot, hopefully I won’t be allergic to them since my sinus is very sensitive, I sneeze a lot every day :(
    Great video! Very informative :)

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 года назад +2

      Thank you :) I'm glad you liked the video. I guess guinea pigs are much like humans. If we were completely on our own but living with other animals we would probably feel very lonely too.

    • @commenter594
      @commenter594 3 года назад +1

      @@GuineaPiggles ah now that I think about it, you are quite very right. I really appreciate the help! I would’ve been devastate if I made my guinea pig depressed luckily we’re getting two! One female and one male hopefully they’ll be happy with eachother :)

    • @HeyImFunne
      @HeyImFunne Год назад

      @@commenter594 How’s it going?

  • @beverleybalshaw9119
    @beverleybalshaw9119 Год назад +1

    I have an elderly piggie who's now 5. His brother crossed the Rainbow 🌈 😢 . He now has 3 girlfriends. The introduction was slow being neighbours for a while. His curiosity got the better of him one evening as he passed their home ever so gingerly and then he turned and ran ! 🤣 When he realised they weren't going to eat him alive he headed back home!
    F/F 4 month's and they're one big happy family. The girls love him and I've even seen them giving his face a wash! (In piggie land i really believe they're 💋 😘) Tipsy is every sense a real Gentleman and has NEVER made any advances towards his girls, (strict supervision during floor time back then was undertaken as babies were definitely off the menu!) he's so laid back, he's almost horizontal !😂 Bless his 5 year old Heart ❤ 😍. Maybe there are other male piggies out there who are as unique as my boy. 🐹
    I get the best Hello coming through the door after work ! Oh, and the in-betweens too! 😊😍

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад +1

      Hello Beverley how are you doing today

    • @beverleybalshaw9119
      @beverleybalshaw9119 Год назад +1

      @@RaymondSmith-if6ge Hello Raymond. Thank You.I hope you are well.I took my elderly Guinea Pig to the vet Wednesday afternoon due to his arthritic legs. I could not bare to see my lad in pain. The vet I saw also keeps Guinea Pigs and we knew we had to let Tipsy go. I stayed with him as he slipped away peacefully. Yes, I cried a river, but it was also comforting knowing Tipsy wasn't alone, and so loved as he crossed the Rainbow 🌈.
      I have Precious memories of Tipsy who had a big heart and character packed into his little body 😍🐹.
      My 3 youngsters are showing all their own characters now. They are wonderful. ❤

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад +1

      @@beverleybalshaw9119 That's really cool of you I'm doing good so where are you from? I'm from Dallas Texas

    • @beverleybalshaw9119
      @beverleybalshaw9119 Год назад +1

      @@RaymondSmith-if6ge I live in Devon, In the UK. It's my day off tomorrow and I'm taking my 3 guinea pigs for a nail trim. They greet me every morning and climb on me for treats, but scream blue murder when they're picked up! 🤣🤣. So I'm expecting a good ear-syringing !!
      🤣🤣 (for free!) lol !
      Take Care and Keep Safe

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Год назад

      @@beverleybalshaw9119 That's a nice place really nice meeting you

  • @Atlas._.Saturn
    @Atlas._.Saturn 2 года назад +2

    GUYS. IF YOU HAVE A MALE GUINEA PIG PLEASE READ THIS!!
    Around 2 - 3 human years male guinea pigs poop will get blocked up. When that happens they dont eat or drink. PLEASE read this all if you have a male guinea pig.
    If you have a guinea pig under 2 years. Hold him EVERY day and check his butt. If it looks red/swollen and or has poop stuck. Try and pull/squeeze it out or he will die! Dont make the same mistake i did.. i lost my piggie due to this :(
    if your male guinea pig does not move, eat or drink, Rush them to a vet! Please.
    If you have a male guinea pig around 2 - 3
    also, keep checking his butt till hes 4 years!
    dont make the same mistake i did. I hope this helps. bye

  • @kaylalee20201
    @kaylalee20201 4 года назад +2

    I love my guiena pigs

  • @lucindagrant3588
    @lucindagrant3588 2 года назад +8

    I found this video super helpful and am considering getting them! I was wondering what the verdict is on "unsocialized" guinea pigs, someone at my local pet shop said one of her guinea pigs just doesn't get along with others and must be kept alone- any thoughts, ideas, or maybe there are ways to 'socialize' them?

  • @britneypratt1705
    @britneypratt1705 3 года назад

    I watched this on October and I got guinea pigs on April 2021

  • @cheyennepierce201
    @cheyennepierce201 4 года назад +11

    Im trying to find my guinnea pig a new home where she will be treated well but i dont know where to start. Does anyone on here have advice?

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 года назад +4

      Hi Cheyenne, the best thing to do is to contact a rescue centre in your area. Avoid advertising on Facebook, gumtree etc as you piggy may well get into the wrong hands. I hope that helps x

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      a little last but look in the ole phone book or ask a pet store where what GUINEA PIG breeders they get theres from i am sure they will know someone who will take em

  • @gizzyshowman860
    @gizzyshowman860 3 года назад

    I’m getting one next weekend

  • @ZoeyStav
    @ZoeyStav 3 года назад +1

    i am planning on getting one, and i am planning to take my pig on trips and vacations

    • @reese9374
      @reese9374 3 года назад

      Same but my dad saide he will buy me one if my mom agrees because they divorced so im trying to asked my mom can i get on i hope she says yes shes very strict so idk

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 года назад

      i wouldn't scare the think to death

  • @otdl6dktlufuc
    @otdl6dktlufuc 3 года назад +1

    thank you🥰 it's so very helpful

  • @alexad7451
    @alexad7451 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the tips!