Piff12
Junior Guinea Pig
Hello! I am a new guinea owner. I got a male guinea that was 5 weeks old a little over a week ago. We do not have any rescues close by, so we purchased him at a local pet shop. I was hesitant because it was a boy, and I know they can be more tempermental to find a mate. I was told males can be alone if we give him enough attention. Obviously, I know now that was horrible advice! I want a companion for him, but without the option of guinea pig dating, I'm terrified to choose wrong and have issues. Another group suggested having him neutered and finding a female companion, but being as he's only 6 weeks, I'm afraid he'll get lonely while waiting for him to mature. Any helpful advice. I'm in the US, not UK, but I hope I can get some advice. Thank you.