- Guinea pigs are a rodent from South American without a tail.
- Guinea Pigs make great pets and are easy to manage in small human living spaces.
- Guinea Pigs can weigh between 500 grams to 1.5 kilograms as an adult.
- Guinea Pigs live a life span of 4 to 8 years if cared for correctly.
- Guinea Pigs range in size from 15 to 25cm.
- Guinea pigs are social creatures by nature and require the company of other guinea pigs, in South Africa from reputable breeders same sex pairs are generally available as the norm.
- Guinea Pigs need well equipped and looked after habitats.
- Guinea Pigs are the bottom of the food chain and instinctively run for cover, however with the correct food coaxing can become extremely tame and trusting.
- Guinea pigs,respond to regular sounds, and can form intense human bonds.
"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language." ― Martin Buber