Guinea Pig

Brown and white guinea pig in a grassy enclosure © Fotolia / Meerschweinchen Gerritgr Guinea pigs are small, sociable, 'chatty' rodents. There are different breeds and varieties of guinea pigs, with a wide variety of colour and coat lengths.Typically guinea pigs live for 5-6 years, but some may live longer.Guinea pigs are traditionally thought of as good first pets for children, but it should always be an adult that takes responsibility to ensure they are properly handled and cared for.How to take care of your guinea pigs (PDF 1.38MB)