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

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  • If you’re thinking about getting a GUINEA PIG, make sure you first watch this beginner's guide on what you need to know about #guineapigs. Guinea pigs need specific care and have needs that are different to some other small pets. If you’ve never had guinea pigs before, it is very likely you may not be aware of the work or costs involved. Also watch PART 2: • 10 More Things You NEE... as there are 10 more VERY IMPORTANT THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE GETTING GUINEA PIGS.
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  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  2 місяці тому

    From March 2024 - New super-cute illustrated Guinea Pig Care Sheets and food charts available - see www.guineapiggles.co.uk/downloads/

  • @tokie4413
    @tokie4413 3 роки тому +887

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

    • @frasermartin345
      @frasermartin345 3 роки тому +41

      You made me chuckle. Thank you

    • @mustelidaefamily5198
      @mustelidaefamily5198 3 роки тому +33

      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 роки тому +15

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

    • @tokie4413
      @tokie4413 3 роки тому +5

      Aw thank you guys :D

    • @breannafaith6454
      @breannafaith6454 3 роки тому +2

      Same

  • @robertdavis5714
    @robertdavis5714 3 роки тому +499

    Their sound is music to my ears.

    • @chandsaegar2857
      @chandsaegar2857 3 роки тому +4

      🙂🙃👂🎼🎶

    • @solascripturaPR1517
      @solascripturaPR1517 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +3

      Your ears are dumb to my eyes 😊

    • @adorxluvly1248
      @adorxluvly1248 3 роки тому +1

      @@tejramloll1994 right this music is trash lol

    • @skytabin5086
      @skytabin5086 2 роки тому +4

      Jesus loves you

  • @AllieXwilliams
    @AllieXwilliams 3 роки тому +431

    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 роки тому +58

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

    • @AllieXwilliams
      @AllieXwilliams 3 роки тому +22

      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 роки тому +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 роки тому +10

      @@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 роки тому +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) 😊

  • @brachiosaurus6350
    @brachiosaurus6350 2 роки тому +107

    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 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @brachiosaurus6350
      @brachiosaurus6350 2 роки тому +5

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

    • @keneanadera3998
      @keneanadera3998 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @aanyasworld8461
      @aanyasworld8461 2 роки тому +1

      @@keneanadera3998 I can feel god saying awww Rip trixie

    • @hundo3k798
      @hundo3k798 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @ashley-ik9hj
    @ashley-ik9hj 3 роки тому +248

    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 роки тому +14

      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 2 роки тому +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 роки тому +1

      How did it die?

    • @puppetandfun1362
      @puppetandfun1362 2 роки тому +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 Рік тому +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.

  • @soundlessmelody7618
    @soundlessmelody7618 2 місяці тому +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

  • @colorfulsomething5008
    @colorfulsomething5008 2 роки тому +176

    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.

  • @missingsummerur7wq
    @missingsummerur7wq 3 роки тому +139

    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 роки тому +20

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

    • @beverleybalshaw9119
      @beverleybalshaw9119 Рік тому +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!! 🥕🥬)

  • @muahmichelle
    @muahmichelle 2 роки тому +76

    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 роки тому +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 Рік тому

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

    • @lavalampa3254
      @lavalampa3254 Рік тому

      @@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.

  • @isabelleoney3318
    @isabelleoney3318 3 роки тому +157

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

  • @dream__soda7900
    @dream__soda7900 Рік тому +3

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

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому +71

    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 роки тому

      Can guinea pigs transmit diseases to humans please say something

    • @ashanand478
      @ashanand478 7 місяців тому

      Yes

  • @foxytudios2755
    @foxytudios2755 3 роки тому +75

    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 роки тому +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 ua-cam.com/video/88S6bCn6ww8/v-deo.html

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 роки тому +4

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

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 2 роки тому

      @Draco Malfoy also dont put two males together

    • @UdonnoodleAJDerpy
      @UdonnoodleAJDerpy 2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому

      @@UdonnoodleAJDerpy how old are they

  • @alaskacosplay
    @alaskacosplay Рік тому +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.

  • @anemones_editz
    @anemones_editz Рік тому +5

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  Рік тому

      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 :)

  • @girlcavegaming3602
    @girlcavegaming3602 3 роки тому +39

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

  • @pandaedits8555
    @pandaedits8555 3 роки тому +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

  • @Mothra-0708
    @Mothra-0708 Рік тому +8

    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

  • @helenwhewell2739
    @helenwhewell2739 3 роки тому +40

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

  • @vicvessells
    @vicvessells 2 роки тому +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

  • @dannyschweikhard3635
    @dannyschweikhard3635 3 роки тому +12

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

  • @weedlebunz
    @weedlebunz 3 роки тому +12

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

  • @VitexWalker
    @VitexWalker 2 роки тому +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.

  • @Carla-xs2if
    @Carla-xs2if 3 роки тому +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 роки тому +6

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

    • @ekn4466
      @ekn4466 3 роки тому +1

      wow same!!

    • @austinmiller1427
      @austinmiller1427 9 місяців тому +1

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

  • @susanaponte1579
    @susanaponte1579 3 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +4

      They do have those water bottles

    • @erickadavenport8755
      @erickadavenport8755 3 роки тому +4

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

    • @katyb.3520
      @katyb.3520 Рік тому

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

  • @TheBoomBoomandPowPowShow
    @TheBoomBoomandPowPowShow Місяць тому

    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 ❤

  • @mynails_forfun
    @mynails_forfun Рік тому +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.

  • @The_Cute_Raccoon
    @The_Cute_Raccoon 3 роки тому +3

    Their sounds are so adorable ♥️

  • @user-sd3nu4ug2r
    @user-sd3nu4ug2r 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @vi.xoxo.
    @vi.xoxo. 2 роки тому +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  2 роки тому +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. 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @joselinacostanza974
    @joselinacostanza974 Рік тому +2

    I love guinea pigs
    And I love your channel

  • @otdl6dktlufuc
    @otdl6dktlufuc 3 роки тому +1

    thank you🥰 it's so very helpful

  • @kayievlogs
    @kayievlogs 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @kayla5237
    @kayla5237 3 роки тому +5

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

  • @worldofpiggies2797
    @worldofpiggies2797 2 роки тому +2

    Really cute Guinea pigs! And so true❤💕

  • @icecreamguineapigs
    @icecreamguineapigs 3 роки тому +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!

  • @melodyyoung3922
    @melodyyoung3922 Рік тому +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  Рік тому

      You're welcome :)

    • @melodyyoung3922
      @melodyyoung3922 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      Hello Melody how are you doing

  • @KingLemi8725
    @KingLemi8725 3 роки тому +2

    This helped sooooooo much THANK YOU

  • @janetpattison8474
    @janetpattison8474 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @alexad7451
    @alexad7451 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the tips!

  • @tracy4075
    @tracy4075 2 роки тому +9

    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

  • @vickywright54
    @vickywright54 2 роки тому

    Omgosh the little brush 🥰🥰🥰

  • @sunglowwolf-7917
    @sunglowwolf-7917 2 роки тому +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!

  • @RetrHaze
    @RetrHaze 2 роки тому

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

  • @yellowkleenex603
    @yellowkleenex603 4 роки тому +19

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  4 роки тому +5

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

    • @yellowkleenex603
      @yellowkleenex603 4 роки тому +4

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

    • @worldofpiggies2797
      @worldofpiggies2797 2 роки тому +2

      Agreed!

  • @DreamSounds19
    @DreamSounds19 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @97b0n3s
    @97b0n3s 2 роки тому

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

  • @caityross319
    @caityross319 2 роки тому

    This video is very important!!

  • @caseyd4439
    @caseyd4439 3 роки тому +5

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому +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" ua-cam.com/video/88S6bCn6ww8/v-deo.html. You might also want to check out our website for lots more advice here www.guineapiggles.com :)

    • @caseyd4439
      @caseyd4439 3 роки тому

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

  • @Wishkittydog
    @Wishkittydog 2 роки тому +1

    There cuteness are music to my ears 👂!

  • @iloverobin-su2xi
    @iloverobin-su2xi 2 роки тому +4

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

    • @chloey7573
      @chloey7573 2 роки тому

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 роки тому

      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

  • @RainingDayx
    @RainingDayx 2 роки тому +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

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому +15

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

  • @MightyQueso1279
    @MightyQueso1279 2 роки тому

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

  • @TypeR10CSS
    @TypeR10CSS 2 роки тому

    I love guinea pigs so much 😻

  • @Theowlhouse2854
    @Theowlhouse2854 Рік тому

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  Рік тому

      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/

  • @vildachaparral9841
    @vildachaparral9841 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @may8486
    @may8486 3 роки тому

    This is great know I know what to do !!!!

  • @Atlas._.Saturn
    @Atlas._.Saturn 2 роки тому +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

  • @commenter594
    @commenter594 2 роки тому +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  2 роки тому +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 2 роки тому +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 Рік тому

      @@commenter594 How’s it going?

  • @keoratha3613
    @keoratha3613 3 роки тому +1

    so beautiful guinea pig

  • @Dancer.221
    @Dancer.221 Рік тому +1

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

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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.

  • @washingtonhidalgo3056
    @washingtonhidalgo3056 2 роки тому

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

  • @YouTube-tied
    @YouTube-tied Рік тому +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.

  • @jimboi7391
    @jimboi7391 3 роки тому +8

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

  • @nirv_aanaa
    @nirv_aanaa 2 роки тому +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

  • @evib7244
    @evib7244 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing video, thank you! I'd like to get 2 guinea pigs, but I travel a lot (1 hour trip with the car, normal road, once a week or once every two weeks to visit family-and then back home, of course). Will these trips be super stressful for the piggie? Would it help if I sit in the rear seats and soothe it on my lap? (By petting and maybe giving them a treat).or should getting them be out of the question?

  • @Baller_G
    @Baller_G 2 роки тому

    Good content broo

  • @fuzzysisters4434
    @fuzzysisters4434 2 роки тому

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

  • @kylieeiscooll
    @kylieeiscooll 3 роки тому

    Good thing ima get one soon and I found it

  • @mudpuddle1762
    @mudpuddle1762 3 роки тому +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.

  • @steamin3354
    @steamin3354 3 роки тому +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  3 роки тому +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 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @gizzyshowman860
    @gizzyshowman860 2 роки тому

    I’m getting one next weekend

  • @rowanheart8122
    @rowanheart8122 Рік тому

    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.

  • @misteon_builds
    @misteon_builds 3 роки тому +27

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

  • @lucindagrant3588
    @lucindagrant3588 2 роки тому +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?

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому +60

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

    • @ewrat
      @ewrat 3 роки тому +1

      :0

    • @jhakinoff7915
      @jhakinoff7915 3 роки тому

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

    • @joejacko1587
      @joejacko1587 3 роки тому +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 роки тому

      @@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 роки тому

      why don't you use sawdust for their cages

  • @Winniethepoohfan_
    @Winniethepoohfan_ 8 місяців тому

    I’m getting my Guinea Pig tomorrow

  • @jobeatty2373
    @jobeatty2373 Рік тому

    I pig went crazy for the sound in the intro

  • @SILENTSHADOW_75
    @SILENTSHADOW_75 2 роки тому +1

    I love Guinea pig

  • @leviackerman6446
    @leviackerman6446 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the in formation

  • @sofiahurtig8903
    @sofiahurtig8903 2 роки тому +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.

  • @lylasworld4542
    @lylasworld4542 3 роки тому

    I have 2 male guinea pigs ( almost 10 months) and there both in Midwest cages because they fight does anyone have ideas of how to rebound if it’s about the cage size that to small for my male guinea pigs I’ll be more than happy to connect the 2 Midwest cages

  • @tylerthecreatorfan718
    @tylerthecreatorfan718 2 роки тому +1

    anyone know where i can get a good sized cage for two? i'm 15 and have been doing a lot of research before i get mines and cage size has been my biggest worry

  • @Hiiamquittingsadlysobyguys
    @Hiiamquittingsadlysobyguys 2 роки тому

    Ty because I'm getting a guinea pig

  • @1an1_
    @1an1_ Рік тому

    Hi! I just got 2 beautiful 4 week old male Guinea pigs today! We keep them in an outdoor cage but it is sheltered with blankets and a verandah. We live in a cold area but we included warm blankets, beanies and A LOT of fleece. Do you think this will be okay?
    Also they seem very scared and and worried, I think it’s just because they were separated from their family and maybe just still settling in but I just want to clarify that this is normal.
    Great video! Can’t wait to be an amazing mum! ❤❤

  • @_Agent10
    @_Agent10 Рік тому +2

    As a fellow Guinea pig owner it makes me so mad seeing the tiny Guinea pig cages it makes me so sad seeing poor Guinea pigs not having enough room to run around

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  Рік тому

      It's really sad when they don't have the space they need. They need a lot more than many people realise.

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому +1

    DON'T MISS OUT! Click here to SUBSCRIBE to our channel bit.ly/376SonD and click the BELL to be notified of all new videos which are uploaded twice a week!

  • @GuineaPiggles
    @GuineaPiggles  3 роки тому

    All this info and more is on our website - come and visit! www.guineapiggles.co.uk/article/getting-guinea-pigs or www.guineapiggles.com/article/getting-guinea-pigs if you're outside the UK

  • @spaghettisquad9502
    @spaghettisquad9502 2 роки тому

    Can you do a video on nail trimming I need help doing it and how far do down you cut down the nail

  • @kristencatherine746
    @kristencatherine746 2 роки тому +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 😬

  • @unicornmagicalkittycatfamily
    @unicornmagicalkittycatfamily Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      Thank you!

    • @carom3597
      @carom3597 4 місяці тому

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

  • @mashachan2437
    @mashachan2437 2 роки тому

    I remember my aunt got me Guinea pig and I really loved him but ended up being allergic to him which wasn’t fun, so they had to return him to the pet shop I’ve only had him for two days and was about to get him another Guinea pig because I read that but sadly I couldn’t

  • @emilyferry7223
    @emilyferry7223 2 роки тому +3

    I have 1 guinea pig but she is so happy and loves to run on my bed and lay with me

    • @GuineaPiggles
      @GuineaPiggles  2 роки тому +1

      That sounds really cute :) Have you thought about getting a second guinea pig? They do like to have a friend of their own kind - you might like our video on whether guinea pigs can live alone - you can watch it here: ua-cam.com/video/88S6bCn6ww8/v-deo.html

  • @parrotlove30
    @parrotlove30 2 роки тому +1

    With the hay, would those compacted disks of hay be alright? I don't know if there's enough room in my small apartment for a big tub of hay. Also what about a ferret cage for two or three g. pigs?

  • @aesthetiic_frogz9301
    @aesthetiic_frogz9301 2 роки тому

    I have a guinea pig and I am getting him a new cage cause his is way to tiny and I feel so bad I didn’t know when I got him and I’m wondering is the Aivituvin air 10 cage and it’s 9.12ft (tall? I think) big enough for my guinea pig (I am going to try to get another male) so will it be big enough? Also any recommendations for places to get toys?

  • @britneypratt1705
    @britneypratt1705 2 роки тому

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

  • @museology_music
    @museology_music 2 роки тому

    where can i get the wooden pen with the glass front? its so pretty!!

  • @annavosk7329
    @annavosk7329 4 роки тому +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 роки тому +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  3 роки тому +2

      Here's a link to our bathing video which we published a few days ago. I hope you find it helpful :) ua-cam.com/video/wdyx5Ov8eCs/v-deo.html

    • @RaymondSmith-if6ge
      @RaymondSmith-if6ge Рік тому

      Hello Anne how are you doing today