Yes, that is a litter box in the corner and yes they use it! They don't use it like a cat would. They really just use it because it is in the corner they want to use as a bathroom. The trick is to put something they would not want to defecate on in the other corners. This "trains" them to go in the litter box. I place the houses, food, and water bottle in the other cornes. I use basic non-clumping cat litter for the litter box. Guinea pigs do not jump, so they do not need a lid on the cage. They do climb or hop on top of their houses. The cage is still high enough that they cannot get out.
I use Carefresh Natural Pet Bedding to fill the cage. Before I place the bedding in the cage, I line the cage with chart paper. This makes it easier to clean at the end of the week. I also use a dust pan to get out the old bedding.
I hope you liked this peak at my piggies' palace! You must check out some of the creations people have made! This lady has a guinea pig room...those pigs are living the life!
Love your pictures and piggies. I have 6 of my own-3 boys and 3 girls. They live in two C & C cages we build ourselves. Gotta love the piggies:)
ReplyDeleteSuch sweet littles! We have two at home (in separate cages- they wrestle too much!). I was thinking about bringing them to school, as my own children like the idea more than the actual care of our pigs. I'm the main caregiver/ snuggler. Do they ever get too cold or lonely in the building over the weekend and at night?
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-Michele
New Adventures in First Grade
They go home with students for the weekend. I have a smaller travel cage. They are fine at night in the classroom.
DeleteI LOVE C & C cages compared to traditional store bought Guinea Pig cages. So much better!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the information about guinea pigs! I just got a guinea pig and can't wait to introduce him to our class!
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