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1. bvna.org.uk › blog › improving-the-welfare-andImproving the welfare and husbandry of guinea pigs in the UK

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   Oct 8, 2024 · This article provides comprehensive introductory information on guinea pigs and their needs, and suggests key areas for consideration when planning and implementing effective and practical welfare consultations in practice.

2. bvajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com › doi › absCurrent welfare state of pet guinea pigs in the UK - Harrup ...

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   Mar 7, 2020 · Little research has been carried out into how guinea pigs are cared for in the UK, and information regarding potential welfare issues is sparse. This study was designed to examine the five welfare needs, collecting data on the extent to which these are each met by a sample of UK guinea pig owners.

   • Author: Amber Jade Harrup, Nicola J. Rooney

   • Publish Year: 2020

3. www.animalwelfarefoundation.org.uk › wp-contentCaring for guinea pigs - The Animal Welfare Foundation

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   Guinea pigs are very social animals which means they need contact with their own kind. Keeping guinea pigs on their own causes loneliness, boredom and fear and is no longer seen as acceptable. With this in mind you need to consider from the outset whether you have the space, time and finances for two or more guinea pigs, not just one.

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4. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 32054719Current welfare state of pet guinea pigs in the UK - PubMed

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   Mar 7, 2020 · This study was designed to examine the five welfare needs, collecting data on the extent to which these are each met by a sample of UK guinea pig owners. Methods: A survey of 4590 owners was conducted.

5. homeandroost.co.uk › blogs › guinea-pigsThe 5 Animal Welfare Rights And Your Guinea Pig - Home & Roost

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   Oct 9, 2021 · Thanks to the Animal Welfare Act 2006, whether you own a dog, cat, guinea pig, rabbit or tortoise, you have a legal obligation to ensure your pet is being cared for properly. And failure to do so can result in prosecution.

6. www.rspca.org.uk › pets › rodentsKeeping Guinea Pigs As Pets | RSPCA - RSPCA - rspca.org.uk

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   Read our expert pet care information to find out more about the needs of guinea pigs, including their: environment. diet. behaviour. company. health and welfare. You can also download our booklet on how to take care of your guinea pigs.

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   Are guinea pigs difficult to care for?

   • Burgess in-house vet, Dr Suzanne Moyes, says: “We wanted to conduct a survey to see how much owners know about caring for their guinea pigs. They’re classed as exotic pets and are actually more difficult to look after properly than dogs or cats.

   The truth about the UK’s guinea pigs | Burgess Pet Care

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   What should a veterinary nurse do for guinea pigs?

   • Veterinary nurses should aim to educate owners and advocate for improved welfare standards for guinea pigs. This article provides comprehensive introductory information on guinea pigs and their needs, and suggests key areas for consideration when planning and implementing effective and practical welfare consultations in practice.

   Improving the welfare and husbandry of guinea pigs in the UK

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   Should you keep guinea pigs on their own?

   • Guinea pigs are very social animals which means they need contact with their own kind. Keeping guinea pigs on their own causes loneliness, boredom and fear and is no longer seen as acceptable. With this in mind you need to consider from the outset whether you have the space, time and finances for two or more guinea pigs, not just one.

   Caring for guinea pigs - The Animal Welfare Foundation

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   Are guinea pigs healthy pets?

   • On the whole guinea pigs are very healthy pets when cared for correctly. You can prevent many diseases and avoid sufering for your guinea pigs by being informed and prepared. Make sure you know how to handle your guinea pigs properly and always approach them quietly and gently, beginning when they are young.

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   Do guinea pigs need a hutch?

   • This study was designed to examine the five welfare needs, collecting data on the extent to which these are each met by a sample of UK guinea pig owners. A survey of 4590 owners was conducted. Guinea pigs were housed in a variety of ways, but a hutch or cage, with no attached run, was the most common enclosure.

   Current welfare state of pet guinea pigs in the UK - Harrup - 2020

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   Do guinea pigs like to live alone?

   • Our survey revealed that: Guinea pigs are highly social animals who like to live in pairs or small groups. The only exception is if you adopt a lone piggy who may struggle to bond with a new companion and may prefer to live alone. We discovered that 46% of those surveyed have a pair of piggies and 52% have more than two.

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8. www.burgesspetcare.com › blog › guinea-pigsThe truth about the UK’s guinea pigs - Burgess Pet Care

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   Jul 31, 2019 · Guinea pigs are highly social animals who like to live in pairs or small groups. The only exception is if you adopt a lone piggy who may struggle to bond with a new companion and may prefer to live alone. We discovered that 46% of those surveyed have a pair of piggies and 52% have more than two.