About Guinea Pig Care Facts
Guinea Pig Care Facts is a guide for guinea pig owners, written by Amelia and reviewed by her husband, exotic animal veterinarian Marcus Vance. Our goal is simple: clear, honest answers on feeding, housing and everyday care.
The story behind Guinea Pig Care Facts
It started with a simple question
Like every new guinea pig owner, I wanted to do right by my pets. Can they eat this? Is this cage big enough? Is that sound normal? The answers I found online often disagreed with each other, and few explained why.
Learning by caring
So I learned the way most owners do, by paying attention. I watched how my guinea pigs ate, played and rested, tested what worked in their home, and kept track of what kept them healthy and happy.
Good guinea pig care is not complicated, but it does need clear, honest information.
A vet in the family
I am lucky to be married to Marcus Vance, an exotic animal veterinarian. Every guide I write is reviewed by Marcus, so the advice is checked by someone who works with exotic animals every day.
Sharing what works
Guinea Pig Care Facts is where I put it all together: simple guides on food, housing, breeds and daily care, plus free tools, for owners who want answers they can trust.
AmeliaFounder and author, Guinea Pig Care Facts
Meet the people behind the guides
One owner who writes from experience, and one veterinarian who checks every article.
Amelia
Amelia is a guinea pig owner who writes every guide from her own experience caring for guinea pigs at home.
Marcus Vance
Marcus is an exotic animal veterinarian. He reviews every article for accuracy before it is published.
How every guide is made
Four steps stand between an idea and a published article.
Research
We check the facts using reliable sources before we write a word.
Write
Amelia explains it in plain language, drawing on real experience.
Vet review
Marcus Vance reviews the article and flags anything that needs fixing.
Publish and update
We revisit guides when we learn something new, so they stay useful.
Frequently asked questions
Who writes the articles on Guinea Pig Care Facts?
Amelia, a guinea pig owner, writes the articles based on her own experience caring for guinea pigs.
Are your articles reviewed by a veterinarian?
Yes. Every article is reviewed by Marcus Vance, an exotic animal veterinarian, before it is published.
Can I use this site instead of seeing a vet?
No. Our guides are for education and cannot replace a visit to a vet. If your guinea pig seems unwell, contact an exotic animal vet right away.
How can I contact you or suggest a topic?
Use our contact page. We read every message and love hearing which questions you want answered.
Ready to give your guinea pigs the best care?
Start with our guides on food, housing, breeds and daily care, or send us a question.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice from an exotic animal veterinarian.