Guinea Pigs and Heaters — Cold Home Safety Tips
Guinea Pigs and Heaters — Cold Home Safety Tips
IN · Published Nov 11, 2025
Keep guinea pig cages away from direct heater heat to prevent overheating and dry skin.
Maintain a consistent room temperature (18°C-24°C) and use a humidifier to combat dry air from heaters.
Provide extra bedding, like hay, for guinea pigs to burrow into and stay warm during winter.
Keeping guinea pigs safe and snug in winter
Winter is here, and it's important to remember our guinea pigs. They need just as much care as we do during the cold season. Here's how to keep them safe when the heaters are on.
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