Today we continue our rant about the worst crimes against Guinea Pigs, Part 1 is HERE (Swimming etc). Hamster Wheels / Balls: "Well you said they liked to run..." Guinea pigs should never be put in exercise wheels or balls. Both wheels and balls will damage the fragile spines of Guinea Pigs. Actually even hamsters don't have... Continue Reading →
Today we are reviewing Binky and Wheeks' Fruit Salad. What is it? Dehydrated fruit slices. Packaged in 45g resealable bags. Ingredients: Apple Pear Kiwi (All in equal amounts). What can I / my Guinea Pig do with it?: Eat it. Hide it in hay. Place in an activity toy or feeder . Create a fruit... Continue Reading →
Have you heard about Binky and Wheeks the fabulous new bunny and Guinea Pig treat shop? This week we are excited to be reviewing a selection of products from this fresh new brand. Binky and Wheeks were founded when the owner Elizabeth and her family found themselves disappointed with the small animal treat selections... Continue Reading →
Today I bring you a list of things that I hate to see inflicted on Guinea Pigs, this is my big rant, my list of Guinea Pig Crimes. Read them, share them, NEVER EVER do them! Swimming: "I saw it on You Tube and thought I'd try it..." This is perhaps my biggest hate on Instagram. Guinea... Continue Reading →
Here are some of our piggy friends enjoying the hot weather sensibly... Lola belongs to @rachelspiggies --- --- Bean and Sprout belong to @pigboys_ --- --- This herd belongs to @schweinleins --- --- Ollie belongs to @oursqueakypiggies --- --- Mu belongs to @squigglypigs. --- --- Dave belongs to @kawaii_joel_ --- --- You can read our guide to hot weather Guinea Pig... Continue Reading →
Today we are focusing on the distressing condition of Flystrike in Guinea Pigs. What is Fly Strike?: Fly strike is a condition where adult flies lay their eggs on animals. Maggots hatch from the eggs and eat the surrounding flesh of the animal. Not only does this essentially eat the animal alive but the maggots... Continue Reading →
Following our Guide to Hot Weather Guinea Pig Care I thought Heatstroke deserved a little more focus. Heatstroke kills. What is Heatstroke? Heatstroke is a condition caused by a body overheating. Why do Guinea Pigs get Heatstroke? They are (usually) covered in hair. They cannot sweat. A healthy guinea Pig should not pant. They are often housed... Continue Reading →
This week whilst shopping for vegetables for the Squidgypigs I noticed that bags of Wagg Guinea Pig Crunch now bear the following sticker on them... A visit to their website and an email later I'm happy to report there are some exciting changes about to happen to Wagg Guinea Pig Crunch. What's going to happen?: They... Continue Reading →
This is The Squidgypigs guide to Hot Weather Guinea Pig Care AKA: how to keep Guinea Pigs Cool In The Summer. Outside Hot Weather Guinea Pig Care: The best course of action if the outside is VERY hot is to bring your pigs inside. The theory being that inside your home is usually kept at... Continue Reading →
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