Monthly Link Spotlight

"Leaving my calling cards behind for the humans to find" -Truffle

Between pignics and a jaw-dropping charity auction, it's been a busy month in the piggy world. Truffle presents this month's guinea pig (and some non-guinea pig) related links.

• When adopted pig Lucky passed away, he left behind the guinea pig sized suit of armor his owner Sean had crafted for him. In honor of Lucky's memory, Sean decided to auction the armor and donate the proceeds to Metropolitan Guinea Pig Rescue. The custom chain mail and helmet set quickly gained exposure from several media outlets, including an interview from CNN. It was relisted after the original winning bidder backed out. One day left until the auction ends!

Peaches on alert

Long accustomed to the typical sounds of a piggy household, Peaches isn't fazed by much. On the rare occasions that Peaches does get startled she assumes what we call the "Peachy-dog" pose - a look that brings to mind the image of a watchdog on alert.

Enjoying our guinea pig bunk beds

We've been using C&C bunk beds in the pigs cage for the past few months (DIY instructions on how to build your own). As expected, some cavies use the upper loft more often than others.

What's in our fridge: Watermelon Rind

Abby-Roo and Revy refuse to share

Thanks to its high water content, watermelon is great for keeping your cavy hydrated on hot summer days. Guinea pigs can eat both the rind and the fleshy red part of the watermelon.

However, the flesh is high in sugar so it is best to limit the amount given. Try carving the rind so that only a small amount of flesh remains as a treat. Our pigs get excited even over the rind itself.

Wishing a...

Wishing a Happy Father's Day to all the dads and piggy dads!

Piggy traveling complaints

"Are we there yet?" -Truffle

The pigs look forward to the weekend as much as any human does - it means quality grass chomping time! However, they aren't as fond of the trip over in their traveling container.

Alpha piggy Poof

What happens to piggies who invade Poof's personal space

Having established herself as the alpha pig long ago, Poof doesn't appreciate challenges to her furry authority. Piggies who try to invade Poof's chosen cozy or pigloo are greeted with a lightning quick flash of fearsome cavy teeth.

Homemade Guinea Pig Toy DIY: Tunnel Tube

Some of the best guinea pig toys can be made from items found around your home. Here's how to turn an empty oatmeal container into a fun cardboard tunnel.

Cavy Toe Chompers

"What do you mean this isn't real watermelon?" -Belka

Floor time can be hazardous to your health when your guinea pigs have a lamentable habit of chomping on your toes.floo

Truffle's dinner in bed

"Dinner in bed? Pretty piggy please?" -Truffle

Lately Truffle has been spending naptime curled up in her cuddle cup. Even the promise of lettuce isn't quite enough motivation to abandon her post.