Guinea pig blog with care advice, recommendations and health tips

Buttercup underwent surgery three days ago to remove a mystery lump. Get the latest updates on Buttercup's recovery process and find out what's next!...

Tomorrow at 8 AM Pacific Time, Buttercup will be taken to Southwest Animal Hospital to undergo a surgical procedure to remove a mysterious lump which was discovered several weeks ago. Details inside!...

Aside from the potential harm that arises from guinea pig ear wax, dirty ears can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and in its nature just very, really, terribly gross. Clean your guinea pig's ears before it's too late!...

Happy guinea pigs require lots of love and attention, and a predictable daily routine! Learn about how you can keep your cavy on track with these helpful cavy care tips....

Hammy has received a lot of questions lately about the mysterious "guinea pig double chin". Perhaps due to the winter weight gain, but whatever the reason, that extra pouch of skin is not an extra "double chin". It's called...