There's a lot to recommend guinea pigs as the perfect family pet: They're small, easy to care for, and have sweet temperaments. Also known as cavies, there are 13 breeds of guinea pigs officially ...

Choosing the perfect guinea pig breed involves understanding each breed’s unique characteristics. These small, social rodents make wonderful pets, but each breed has its own temperament, coat type, ...

In the past year, the Marin Humane Society has seen an increase in a new breed of guinea pig. Cuy criollos mejorados are being introduced into pet stores throughout the country. More commonly called a ...