Even though your indoor guinea pig will have the same roof over his head that you do, he’ll still need his own private retreat. A cage will offer security for your guinea pig (and your home!) and can also give him privacy and a safe haven.
Indoor guinea pig cages are available in pet supply stores and through catalogs, and there are a wide variety of styles. Look for one made from sturdy wire, with a removable bottom tray. Your guinea pig will not be able to gnaw on the wire, and the removable tray will make cleaning easier. Wire will also give your pet the ventilation and light he needs.
A solid, rustproof metal or hard plastic floor is suitable for a guinea pig. While a wire mesh bottom can make cage cleaning easier, it is not very safe for your guinea pig because his legs can easily get caught in it. Also, wire floors can result in sore feet and hocks. If you insist on a cage with a wire floor, a solid area made of wood (any type except redwood, which is toxic) must be provided somewhere in the cage so the guinea pig can find relief from the wire bottom.
The indoor cage should be big enough for the guinea pig to stretch out and move around in while also accommodating a nest box, food and water accessories, and a toy or two. The height of the cage should allow the guinea pig to stand up on his hind legs without his head touching the top.
Look for a cage that is sturdily constructed and easy to disassemble for cleaning. It should also have a door on top so you can reach inside and a door on the side so the guinea pig can go in and out of the cage when he wishes.
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