Allergic to Guinea Pigs? Here Is What Is Really Triggering You
Sneezing around your piggy? Here is how to tell a guinea pig allergy from a hay allergy, and what you can do about either one.
Emma Brooks August 4, 2026 13 min read 
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Care
Allergic to Guinea Pigs? Here Is What Is Really Triggering You
Sneezing around your piggy? Here is how to tell a guinea pig allergy from a hay allergy, and what you can do about either one.
Breeds
Albino Guinea Pig or Pink-Eyed White? How to Tell Them Apart
An albino guinea pig lacks melanin, which leaves a pure white coat and pink eyes. Learn how albinos differ from pink-eyed whites and lethal whites.
Breeds
Agouti Guinea Pigs: Why Every Hair Is Striped, and All 6 Colors
Agouti is a coat pattern where every hair carries two or more bands of color, which gives the guinea pig a fine speckle called ticking.
Care
Abscess in Guinea Pigs: Why That Lump Won't Drain on Its Own
An abscess in guinea pigs is a sealed pocket of pus, and the thick capsule around it blocks both antibiotics and the immune system.
Breeds
American Guinea Pigs: The Beginner Breed That Needs a Partner
The American is the short-haired guinea pig breed you see in almost every pet store. Here is what its coat, temperament, and daily care actually involve.
Behavior
Are Guinea Pigs Nocturnal? Why Crepuscular Is the Right Word
Your guinea pig rustles hay at midnight and runs at sunrise, so you're wondering whether guinea pigs are nocturnal. The label is close, but it's wrong.
Care
Baby Guinea Pig Care: What a Pup Needs in Its First Eight Weeks
Baby guinea pigs are born furred with open eyes and can eat solid food on day one. Here is what a pup needs, week by week, from birth to rehoming.
Care
Baytril for Guinea Pigs: The Dose by Weight and the Gut Risk
Baytril is the brand name for enrofloxacin, a prescription antibiotic vets use for guinea pig chest and bladder infections.
Diet
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Lemon? Here's Why Vets Say To Avoid It
No, guinea pigs should not eat lemons. The acidity causes mouth sores, digestive issues, and enamel damage. See safer vitamin C sources vets recommend.
Diet
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Dandelions? Safe Parts, Portions & Risks
Yes, guinea pigs can eat dandelion leaves, flowers, stems, and roots safely. Get exact portions, calcium limits, and seasonal foraging tips inside.
Diet
Can Guinea Pigs Eat Apples? Safe Portions and Seed Warnings
Yes, guinea pigs can eat apples safely. Remove the seeds first, then offer one to two thin slices a few times per week. Get full serving and prep tips here.
Cages
10 Best Guinea Pig Bedding Options for Odor Control
Getting the best bedding for guinea pig odor control may be a bit of a hassle.
Cages
10 Best Hypoallergenic Guinea Pig Bedding for Sensitive Owners
In this article, we will review the 10 best guinea pig bedding for allergies.
Care
10 Best Guinea Pig Brushes for Every Coat Type
Grooming and brushing are an integral part of care for your pet so you're at the right place if you are looking for a guinea pig brush.
Diet
10 Best Guinea Pig Food Brands Ranked by Nutrition
Find the best food that contains a good balance of fiber, vitamin C, and other nutrients your guinea pig needs as these elements are important for their health.
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