Guinea pigs often seem easy to care for, but their needs go far beyond a cage and pellets. Many common mistakes can harm ...

Been looking for a reason to turn down your child's pleas for a pet Guinea pig? Dutch researchers say the rodents may carry germs tied to serious pneumonia. But three adults in the Netherlands wound ...

Guinea pigs have the opportunity to greet trick-or-treaters at the door in costume, thanks to these Halloween looks Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013 ...

For most pet owners, their pets are important elements of their own lives. It’s only natural to want to help your pet live a long and comfortable life. When it comes to small or less common animals ...

Pet ownership marks an important chapter in any child's life, as it can help educate them about the circle of life. However due to the responsibility of caring for animals, parents often opt for ...

Guinea pigs, with their small size and cute appearance, are popular pets. They are larger than gerbils or hamsters, but still small enough to fit into apartments or small houses. Guinea pigs don't ...

Guinea pigs have been a favored pet for a while. There's even a National Adopt A Rescued Guinea Pig month to help find homes for guinea pigs so people will avoid buying them from a store. And yes, ...

A massive small-animal hoarding crisis has emerged in South Los Angeles, where rescue volunteers estimate between 400 and 500 guinea pigs were discovered living in overcrowded and unsanitary ...