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A caring vet using a stethoscope to gently examine a healthy, alert guinea pig during a check-up

Guinea Pig Respiratory Infection: Signs, Causes & When to See a Vet

Guinea pig respiratory infection signs, causes and emergency care. Spot URI vs pneumonia fast, know the red flags, and why it needs an exotic vet now.

A Texel guinea pig covered in soft corkscrew curls sitting on grass

Texel Guinea Pig: Curly-Coated Breed Profile & Grooming

The Texel guinea pig is the curly, ringlet-coated breed – sweet and laid-back but very high grooming. Coat care, temperament, and who it suits.

A long-haired Silkie (Sheltie) guinea pig with a coat swept back from a clear, fringe-free face

Silkie (Sheltie) Guinea Pig: Breed Profile & Care

The Silkie guinea pig (UK: Sheltie) is a gentle long-haired breed with a swept-back coat, no face fringe and no rosettes. Grooming, temperament and care.

A long-haired Peruvian guinea pig with a flowing coat and a forward fringe over its face

Peruvian Guinea Pig: Long-Haired Breed Profile & Grooming

Peruvian guinea pig profile: the long-haired diva with a forward fringe, why it needs daily grooming (or a short trim), and if it’s right for you.

An Abyssinian guinea pig showing the breed’s distinctive rosette swirls in its coarse coat

Abyssinian Guinea Pig: Rosettes, Personality & Care

Abyssinian guinea pig guide: the rosette coat & show standard, cheeky temperament, moderate grooming, honest pros and cons, and where to adopt one.

A short-haired American guinea pig with a smooth tricolor coat sitting on fresh hay

American Guinea Pig: Breed Profile, Temperament & Care

The American guinea pig is the calm, low-grooming short-haired breed and the best first guinea pig for families. Full profile, temperament & care.

A spacious indoor guinea pig cage setup with two guinea pigs, a pile of hay, a wooden hideout, a water bottle and a food bowl

Guinea Pig Cage Setup: The Complete Housing Guide (2026)

Guinea pig cage setup made simple: ideal cage size, the best cage types, safe bedding, and a full essentials checklist to build a happy, healthy home.

A guinea pig cage on a wooden stand in a cozy living-room corner, away from the window and radiator, with two guinea pigs inside

Where to Put a Guinea Pig Cage: Best & Worst Spots in Your Home

Wondering where to put a guinea pig cage? Choose a sociable, draft-free room at 18-24C, out of direct sun and away from the kitchen, cats and dogs.

Can Loud or Compressed Music Harm a Guinea Pig’s Hearing?

A real study made guinea pigs listen to Adele — here is what it actually found about loud, compressed music and hearing, and what it means for your pet.