Can I use a playpen as a guinea pig cage?

Can I use a playpen as a guinea pig cage?

Re: Play pen as a cage? That is great for a short term cage, It is great that you are trying so hard to get your pigs a bigger cage. You could actually use those play pen grids as regular grids, in my opinion, I think they look way better then the normal grids.

Do guinea pigs need a playpen?

If you want to keep your guinea pig happy and healthy, it is vital to get a guinea pig playpen. These playpens quell boredom for your pet and keep them active, helping to prevent diseases like obesity and related illnesses. Outdoor runs also give your guinea pig access to your lawn for grazing.

How big should a guinea pig playpen be?

The following guidelines are useful to determine the space needed for guinea pigs. One guinea pig: 7.5 square feet cage (minimum), but more is better; generally 30″ x 36″ is a good size. Two guinea pigs: 7.5 square feet (minimum), but 10.5 square feet is preferred; generally 30″ x 50″ is a good size.

Do guinea pigs like their cage covered?

ALL CAGES should have a PARTIAL, OPAQUE COVER. Full cage covers, if they are open enough for proper ventilation and light, then they still aren’t really providing that sense of security your guinea pigs desire. They want to feel safe from overhead birds of prey. They only feel safe under cover.

Do guinea pigs keep you up at night?

Generally, guinea pigs don’t sleep as much as humans. However, if they stay awake then they will continue making the noise. This night time snack routine will make them habitual when it comes to sleeping in the night but you need to strictly follow this schedule to ensure it sticks with them.

Are you supposed to bathe a guinea pig?

It’s best to bathe your guinea pigs on a day when it’s not too wet outside, so that they can dry quickly afterwards. Guinea pigs don’t enjoy being wet, and in cold climates bathing guinea pigs and not drying them off properly can give them chills, and make them feel very miserable at the very least.