Assembling a playpen for your guinea pig

The playpen is one of the most important items for the guinea pig, it is a space where they spend most of their time. Therefore, a comfortable environment that provides quality of life for the pet is essential.

A large, interactive space contributes to the animal’s health and well-being. Even though it is a delimited space, it is essential that the rodent has a large area in which it can roam freely.

The size of the enclosure is important so that the guinea pig feels comfortable to move around freely and still be able to play and do its physiological needs. The playpen must have a large area, suitable for the number of animals that will be in it.

How to assemble a guinea pig playpen

When buying or setting up an enclosure for your guinea pig, remember: the more space the better. If there is more than one pig in the room, it is essential that they all have enough space to coexist without becoming stressed.

Take into account the space that the enclosure will occupy, its dimensions and the space between the bars, so that the guinea pig does not escape between the gaps. Make sure everything is fitted and secure, especially if there is a second floor.

Structure:

After assembling and delimiting the enclosure area, it’s time to create a base with canvas, to be like the floor of the enclosure. Above the tarp, position some type of material that can retain the animal’s urine and feces, such as towels or hygienic mats.

This second layer must be changed frequently to maintain the hygiene of the area and avoid bad smells. Just above it, you must position a layer of soft fabric, which ensures that the pet moves comfortably through the playpen, without hurting its paws.

Furthermore, don’t forget essential items such as a drinking fountain with clean, fresh water, and also a place for the animal to do its physiological needs.

Environmental enrichment for guinea pigs:

To create an even attractive and interactive environment for your guinea pig, the playpen must have toys and accessories that encourage the animal to expend a lot of energy, avoiding possible stress or boredom.

Some interesting options are toys, mazes, tunnels, dens and spinning wheels. Use your creativity and choose fun options that keep your pet entertained and encourage energy expenditure, taking into account your pet’s lifestyle and size.

How to clean your guinea pig’s playpen?

To keep the environment safe and disease-free, it is important to follow a hygiene and cleaning routine in the area where the pig lives, as well as its objects and toys.

Start cleaning the playpen by removing the piglet and placing it in a safe, closed place where it cannot escape. For a thorough cleaning, remove all items from the cage, such as toys, food and water bowls, and dens.

Remove leftover food and feces, clean with paper and a broom, remove used and wet hygiene mats. Wash food and water containers with soap and water, then refill with fresh food and water.

Why not raise guinea pigs in cages?

Even though the guinea pig is a small animal, it is important for its development that it grows in a large space. A small space can lead the animal to develop illnesses, as well as influence stress and aggressive behavior.

Without enough space to exercise, your guinea pig may have gas frequently and develop intestinal problems, especially if it does not have a balanced diet with hay and food ideal for the species.

Due to the inadequate environment, the rodent can develop disease on its paws due to direct and constant contact with the cage bars. This can cause the animal to start chewing the cage bars.

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