Chloe04
Junior Guinea Pig
Hi!
I had a pair of females a few years ago, Nancy & Tilly. Found this forum to be very helpful. Unfortunately I had to rehome the girls due to a situation out of my control, but they went to an incredible home with a lovely young family who live on a small farm.
Fast forward to now, we’re picking up a pair of boys in a few weeks time. Now I know I’ve had guineas before, but it feels like I’m starting from scratch again, so I need a refresher! Will be reading the other forums as well but I do have a couple of specific questions!
Is a 4x2 alright for two males to begin with? I am planning to expand when they’re a little older, but they’ll be 7 weeks when they arrive so they’ll still only be little.
Best places to shop for toys/hides/accessories? Places to buy fleece liners would be great, I’ve been looking at guinea dad liners but they’re pricey. Also toys/hides to avoid.
Which type of hay&nuggets? Looking at a subscription service for the hay, but there’s a few different types. Does variety matter much or is it guinea preference?
How long should I let them settle and leave them alone when they get home? And best way to transport them back home?
Edit: and anything I should know about having boys over girls? Health or behaviour wise.
Thanks!
I had a pair of females a few years ago, Nancy & Tilly. Found this forum to be very helpful. Unfortunately I had to rehome the girls due to a situation out of my control, but they went to an incredible home with a lovely young family who live on a small farm.
Fast forward to now, we’re picking up a pair of boys in a few weeks time. Now I know I’ve had guineas before, but it feels like I’m starting from scratch again, so I need a refresher! Will be reading the other forums as well but I do have a couple of specific questions!
Is a 4x2 alright for two males to begin with? I am planning to expand when they’re a little older, but they’ll be 7 weeks when they arrive so they’ll still only be little.
Best places to shop for toys/hides/accessories? Places to buy fleece liners would be great, I’ve been looking at guinea dad liners but they’re pricey. Also toys/hides to avoid.
Which type of hay&nuggets? Looking at a subscription service for the hay, but there’s a few different types. Does variety matter much or is it guinea preference?
How long should I let them settle and leave them alone when they get home? And best way to transport them back home?
Edit: and anything I should know about having boys over girls? Health or behaviour wise.
Thanks!