Adequate Set Up?

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I've just seen your response on your other thread, rather than splitting between two threads I'll stay here.... are your parents ok about helping you upgrade your cage and provide more space? You have been properly brilliant at taking on board the suggestions here, but you can only go so far potentially if Mum and/or Dad aren't on the same wavelength. You're going to be a great piggy mummy once you get sorted, I can see it.
 
violetgirl said:
I have been chatting with them and they are pretty open to it but the main issue is space.
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That is understandable, I have a very small apartment so this was also an issue for me. But honestly it was not as big as it seemed once up. Maybe you could tape or mark off 2 by 4 in the room where you want to keep her cage to really be able to visualize it with your parents. I just want to say that you are doing great and clearly really care for and love your new pig! I started off with incorrect information and also had to change everything right after getting my pig and set up. Just remember that you will be giving her a life far better than she has every had! And make sure to thank your parents for being so supportive and helpful so they will continue!
 
The fabric would bend as I was taking out the bedding and the bedding got stuck in it. I think other than that it was an excellent cage and probably I will end up getting that one when I upgrade.
 
violetgirl said:
The fabric would bend as I was taking out the bedding and the bedding got stuck in it. I think other than that it was an excellent cage and probably I will end up getting that one when I upgrade.
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Try a brush and dust pan to scoop out instead, I think that is how most here do it. You might want to also research fleece bedding as well.
 
I'm new as well would a 30x 18 cage for two too small? I have two cages this size that we are going to attach by a tunnel of some sort for two levels.
 
@violetgirl i use fleece as bedding in the mid west and I put a generous layer of newspaper underneath. For cleaning the liner I haven't had to yet as hardly anything has gotten onto it (yay fleece) but I honestly plan to just hose down the liner as it is water proof and durable. Hope this helped! It really is a lot smaller than you think! I was shocked when I set it up I was expecting something much larger when I read it was 8 square feet
 
Good luck with your piggy. Hope you find a suitable solution for you both soon. I have c&c cages which I love. I got my first Guinea pig from someone else in a too small cage too, so try not to worry as we all need to start somewhere. And I am sure you are doing the best you can for your girl.
 
Yes I did. Was kinda easier to follow then the one with CM. Hopefully we can figure this out before we get the piggies. We might do a c&c cage however what else could we use for the bottom other then the box like thing for the bottom. Lol
 
violetgirl said:
I am getting plenty of hay today as I know that is a priority. I want a water bottle but it's not really in the budget.
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Why is a water bottle not in the budget? They are extremely cheap to buy. A water bowl is not really practical, as I am sure you have found. Piggies get poops and food in it,and may even tip it over, wetting their bedding. Plus it can be hard to monitor how much a piggie is drinking from a bowl, as water will evaporate.
 
Guinea pig s don't like it alone they often become depressed
 
Ok. Thank you. Will have to see if I can find them. Thanks again for the help.
*kate* said:
A metal panelled puppy pen is a cheap option for housing. My 2 live in an 8 panelled pen and there is plenty of room for them also easily folded and moved.
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Sorry for the questions- trying to figure out what your meaning. I'm guessing something like this being said that it can be made into different shapes.

Is this what you mean? And would this be big enough for to pigs?

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Cookies&Glitter said:
I think the Midwest cage style probably works better with fleece bedding
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I would have to agree. I have the Midwest cage. I actually have 3 of them connected as I have 4 piggies. The fleece bedding is wonderful in these cages, I just put mine over puppy pads. It makes cleaning easy and fast.
 
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