At the Nest, we use VetBed with fleece pouches and tunnels. We find it easier, cheaper and less messy than disposable bedding. We sweep the poo once a day, wash the VetBed and pouches once a week and change the puppy pads under, easy! A bo...
Bonding a neutered boar with your girls is usually straight forward if you allow them to meet in a neutral area, such as a room they don’t usually go in, or in a run outdoors in the summer.
This is the routine we follow at the Nest; it’s a guide for working out what is best for your set up. Piggies soon learn new routines and let you know if their veg is more than 2 minutes late! Morning Top up hay One handful of pellet...
Our adoption fees cover food, vegetables, hay, bedding and, most importantly, vet bills! We ask for a minimum donation of: £30 per sow Minimum of £35 (cost to us is £45), per neutered boar Once your adoption has been agreed,...
Homing Criteria, Indoor Minimum 140 cm cage for a pair, see below for minimum size for larger groups No woodshavings or straw Ideally a run for the garden in summer Indoor run, or safe space for floor time No hutches indoors. We need...
We don’t bond boys unless they are over 4 years and too old to safely neuter. Bonding boys is tricky and stressful and they often still fall out a few months on, neutering a single boy is the best way to find him friends.
If you can no longer look after your guinea pigs, surrendering them to a rescue is the best decision. We understand this is a difficult decision to make, but you will find us to be non-judgemental.
For new adopters – or those who just want to meet the piggies! – we are now offering a session to come and spend time in the Nest at a time to suit you. You can get advice about adoption, or just chat about piggies!
