Guinea pig cages, explained
Start with size, then choose the cage or enclosure that suits your home, your budget and the Australian climate.
What size cage does a guinea pig need? Australian size guide
Floor space by number of guinea pigs, in square metres, and why most pet-shop cages fall short.
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- 1.0 m²
- 3 pigs
- 1.2 m²
- 4 pigs
- 1.5 m²
- Min. height
- 30 cm
What good setups look like
Real cages and enclosures owners have built, with the features worth copying.
Large C&C cage
Grids and a Corflute base, with separate hay and bedding zones.
DIY grid cage with a lid
Storage-cube grids clipped into walls and a lid for homes with cats.
Indoor playpen
A metal pen used full time, with a soft floor and plenty of hides.
Outdoor run
Single level, hinged mesh lids and a covered end for shade.
Furnished C&C cage
Hay rack, water bottle and hammock hung straight off the grids.
Long fleece-lined cage
Budget grids joined into a long run, lined with washable fleece.
Types of guinea pig housing
C&C guinea pig cages: a guide for Australian owners
Modular grid cages with a waterproof Corflute base. Roomy, cheap to build and easy to expand.
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Indoor guinea pig cages, playpens and hutches compared
Store-bought cages, playpens and furniture-style hutches. What works indoors and what to avoid.
Read guide arrow_forwardKeeping guinea pigs outdoors in Australia: hutches, runs and safety
Size, shade, predators and seasonal care for guinea pigs living in the backyard.
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How to build a cheap DIY guinea pig cage (C&C) in an afternoon
A step-by-step 2 × 4 C&C build with a shopping list and Corflute measurements.
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Cheap guinea pig cages in Australia that are still big enough
How to get 1 m² or more of floor on a tight budget, with a cost-per-square-metre comparison.
Read guide arrow_forwardGuinea pig playpens: using a play pen as a cage or for floor time
Panel, wire and fabric pens compared, plus how to size one and what to put underneath.
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Outdoor hutch for guinea pigs: an Australian buying guide
How to read a hutch listing, spot a hutch that's too small, and know what upgrades to budget for.
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Lofts, ramps and two-storey guinea pig cages: are they safe?
Safe ramp angles, loft sizes, and why extra levels don't replace floor space.
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Can guinea pigs and rabbits live together in the same hutch?
Why the answer is no, and what to do if yours already share a hutch.
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Is my guinea pig cage too small? Signs and cheap ways to upgrade
Measure your cage in two minutes, spot the warning signs, and upgrade it cheaply.
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