It’s not difficult to understand the appeal of guinea pigs (also known as cavies) as household pets. They are affectionate, largely self-sufficient, easy to maintain and brimming with personality.

A guinea pig cage provides more than comfort for your little pet–it also functions as their entire world. Sometimes called ...

First things first: the guinea pig is not a pig and it’s not from Guinea. Now that we’ve cleared that up, let’s talk about what these charming rodents, also called cavies, actually are. Their ...