Since first noticed, most guinea pigs in the colony of approximately 50 animals became pruritic. In the last month, the scratching had become severe, and some young animals had suffered from seizures.

Pododermatitis is a painful inflammation of the footpads. This column describes appropriate treatment for pododermatitis in guinea pigs. Pododermatitis is commonly seen in obese guinea pigs and ...

Seeing these pups makes it even more astounding how nature perfects its creatures for survival straight from birth. One might not expect it, but guinea pigs share a peculiar dietary requirement ...

Stress can sometimes cause guinea pigs to appear sluggish or uninterested in their surroundings. If they’re lying down more ...

This week, we’re finding out what guinea pigs are trying to tell us through their delightful and sometimes overbearing squeaks and wheeks. This is also known as bubbling, and it is often heard ...