Research-backed care + our real journey
Guinea Pig Haven combines research-backed guinea pig care along with our real-life journey raising two male guinea pigs, sharing what we learn, test, change, and discover along the way.
Meet the Boys
Meet the guinea pigs behind Guinea Pig Haven and follow their personalities, routines, habitat changes, favorite foods, and everyday adventures as we learn and grow together.
Pumpkin Davis
Loves people but tolerates his brother for the lettuce and cucumbers.
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Spice Davis
Addicted to green peppers… That’s it…. That’s the description.
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Cage Setup
Learn how to create a safe, comfortable guinea pig habitat with the right layout and essentials.
Cage Size
Understand how much usable floor space guinea pigs need and how to choose an appropriately sized enclosure.
Bedding
Compare bedding and liner options to find a setup that works for comfort, cleaning, and odor control.
Cleaning
Build an easy cage-cleaning routine that helps keep your guinea pigs’ space fresh, dry, and healthy.
Guinea Pig Care Made Easier
Clear, helpful guidance to help you care for your guinea pigs with confidence. From everyday basics to nutrition, behavior, enrichment & more!
Care Basics
Learn the everyday essentials of guinea pig care, from supplies and routines to handling, housing, and getting started.
Food & Nutrition
Understand what guinea pigs should eat, including hay, pellets, vegetables, vitamin C, treats, and healthy feeding routines.
Behavior & Enrichment
Learn what guinea pig behavior means and discover bonding, enrichment, toys, foraging, and activities that keep them active and engaged.
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