Hello, my name is Nessa. A little over a month ago, my small dwarf hamster passed away due to illnesses from bad breeding. My family and i agree that we would like to try a different type of animal and we are interested in guinea pigs. We have done research into diet, cages, basic needs, and that they need to be paired.
My only problem currently is where to find them. I do not want to go through a pet shop because of the hamster's illnesses, but I cannot find a breeder in my area. There is one rescue, but as far as I can tell they can't sex them or tell me an age. Are there any other ways to get healthy guinea pigs that do not require petshops?
Thank-you for taking the time to read this.
I am in Manitoba, Canada.
My only problem currently is where to find them. I do not want to go through a pet shop because of the hamster's illnesses, but I cannot find a breeder in my area. There is one rescue, but as far as I can tell they can't sex them or tell me an age. Are there any other ways to get healthy guinea pigs that do not require petshops?
Thank-you for taking the time to read this.
I am in Manitoba, Canada.