Guinea pigs make great pets, especially for kids. Less fragile than rabbits, less skittish than hamsters or gerbils, guinea ...

First things first: the guinea pig is not a pig and it’s not from Guinea. Now that we’ve cleared that up, let’s talk about what these charming rodents, also called cavies, actually are. Their ...

A container of abandoned guinea pigs recently was found in Lafreniere Park, and now, the animal shelter in Jefferson Parish is seeking homes for them. If anyone is considering opening their homes and ...

Small is beautiful — when you have a guinea pig as a pet. Herb and his brother Vinnious are currently at Lowell Humane Society and are seeking a person or family who would love to live with a dynamic ...

From the hay and the woodchips to the squeaks and the "wheeks," Julene Robinson's got a full house of rescue guinea pigs. She said people now know her as the guinea pig lady. Robinson opened Wheek ...

Before I had a guinea pig, I didn’t know anything about caring for an exotic pet — meaning a variety that is not a dog or cat. I quickly learned that these pets need specialized care, both at home and ...

They are among the most popular pets. Yet, they are often still kept incorrectly. Guinea pigs are sensitive animals with high ...