Provide a spacious cage with solid flooring
Use soft, dust-free bedding
Keep the cage clean and dry
Feed unlimited fresh hay daily
Offer guinea pig pellets in measured amounts
Give fresh vegetables every day
Provide clean, fresh water at all times
Avoid foods that are toxic to guinea pigs
Give vitamin C regularly through diet or supplements
Handle gently and support the body fully
Spend time socializing daily
Keep guinea pigs with compatible companions if possible
Provide hiding places and enrichment
Trim nails regularly
Check teeth, eyes, ears, skin, and weight often
Watch for signs of illness and seek a vet quickly
Use an exotic-animal veterinarian for checkups
Protect them from heat, cold, drafts, and direct sun
Let them exercise safely outside the cage
Never use wire-bottom cages or exercise wheels
Keep loud noises and stress to a minimum