Guinea Pig

If you are considering buying a guinea pig for a companion, there are several types of guinea pigs from which to choose. First of all, there are thirteen different breeds of guinea pigs, and each of these looks different and has variations in build and hair or fur type. There… [Read More]

Once you have picked out your guinea pig and taken him home, you can start the process of going through guinea pig names and picking out the one you like best. You can buy books of pet names, search the internet for guinea pig names, or ask your friends and… [Read More]

There are thirteen different recognized guinea pig breeds in the United States. Guinea pig breeds and standards in the U.S. are regulated by the American Cavy Association which is under the umbrella of the American Rabbit Breeders Association. A guinea pig is known in England as a cavy.