my daughter is wanting a guinea pig and we are looking at the care feeding, housing, etc and have'nt ran across any mention of using them or not using them.
2006-08-26 05:10:40 · 22 answers · asked by Iwannaknow 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
NO! An aquarium does not offer adequate ventilation.
Here's some educational websites on guinea pigs.
www.cavies.com
www.cavymaddness.com
www.guinealynx.info
www.cavyspirit.com
Peter Gurney's website is great too
2006-08-26 06:27:46 · answer #1 · answered by Psalm91 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Like most here said, it's a ventilation issue mostly. Guinea pig urine gives of a potent ammonia smell and your piggie will have to smolder in that until you clean it. And that's when you run into the next problem. A cage can be easily carried outside or to the bathroom to be hosed off, or it can be taken apart to clean it. An aquarium is heavy and awkward, especially if it's big enough for a guinea pig, and it's a lot harder to clean because of that.
You risk breaking the glass if you tried moving the aquarium, not a problem with a regular cage.
2006-08-26 15:45:50 · answer #2 · answered by Huh? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The only thing about using an aquarium for guinea pigs is the awkwardness of cleaning and clearing up after them. They need a complete change of bedding, straw, hay at least twice a week, and a run to graze fresh grass, etc.
2006-08-26 12:17:52 · answer #3 · answered by dot&carryone. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO! It doesn't have well ventilation and when the guinea pigs pee and poop it can give off fumes and if these are in closed in a glass aquarium it can give them respiratory infection and kill them. Also do not use ceder shavings ever that can also kill them. Get a cage with a plastic tub bottom - no wire bottom that can break feet. If you are unable to you can keep them in a large Rubbermaid storage container without the lid until you find something. Good Luck!
2006-08-26 15:38:57 · answer #4 · answered by musiclovingirlee 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes you can use a large glass aquarium for a guinea pig. As long as you put something at the bottom. And make sure that he/she has toys to play with like a wheel, or something like that. I have a guinea pig and I keep her in an old fish tank. And shes doing great.
2006-08-26 12:18:03 · answer #5 · answered by Tabitha 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You should use a regular cage since it gets better air circulation. Guinea pigs can get sick if from the ammonia in their urine so if the cage is not well ventilated it will cause serious problems. Also be sure to change out their bedding weekly even if they are in a regular cage to prevent health problems.
2006-08-26 12:38:26 · answer #6 · answered by Star shower 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
As long as your guinea pig has plenty of room to move around it should be fine, just put a screened lid on it so the critter won't escape! Having the bedding confined in a aquarium is much easier for clean up too! Good thinking!
2006-08-26 12:17:22 · answer #7 · answered by lolo 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
go to a pet store use a large rabbit cage
and to put a guinea pig in a aquarium is a bad mistake the animal will not be able to breathe and to clean it would be a hassle
so just go to t o pet store or walmart they have proper attire for ur guiniea
good luck
2006-08-27 10:23:29 · answer #8 · answered by Cat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A 20 gallon long aquarium is good. It has plenty of floor space for one adult. Plus, guinea pigs are very sensitive to drafts and the solid sides prevent that. Provide good ventilation through the top and change bedding when it becomes damp or soiled.
2006-08-26 12:22:05 · answer #9 · answered by Helen 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Ya, just pick up a wire covered for the top, especially if they have toys they can climb onto. Guinea pigs will need exercise around the house or in the back yard, always under supervision as well.
2006-08-26 12:16:24 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋