Christine
Hi, I have a question...can anyone let me know if there are any negatives to using a dog crate for a cage for 2 adult guinea pigs? The normal guinea pig cages are not strong enough for me since i have cats and dogs...also can guinea pigs be litter trained like rabbits can be?
thank you.
Answer
Actually, you can find a dog crate big enough for a pair of guinea pigs. It's difficult, but they do exist. But you will have to get an expensive extra-large one. This is one example: http://www.forhappydogs.com/p-133-54-single-door-starter-series-dog-crate-1154u.aspx At 54" x 35", it's actually bigger than the recommended 50" x 30" ( http://www.guineapigcages.com/ ).
However, these types of crates have very shallow bases. It would be difficult to provide adequate bedding for a guinea pig in such a cage (unless you use fleece). Plus, the bedding would spill out and make a huge mess.
You would also have to make sure the bar spacing in the cage was narrow enough so that a guinea pig could not get its head stuck.
I don't have personal experience doing this, but honestly, it might work.
Actually, you can find a dog crate big enough for a pair of guinea pigs. It's difficult, but they do exist. But you will have to get an expensive extra-large one. This is one example: http://www.forhappydogs.com/p-133-54-single-door-starter-series-dog-crate-1154u.aspx At 54" x 35", it's actually bigger than the recommended 50" x 30" ( http://www.guineapigcages.com/ ).
However, these types of crates have very shallow bases. It would be difficult to provide adequate bedding for a guinea pig in such a cage (unless you use fleece). Plus, the bedding would spill out and make a huge mess.
You would also have to make sure the bar spacing in the cage was narrow enough so that a guinea pig could not get its head stuck.
I don't have personal experience doing this, but honestly, it might work.
Can someone recommend a good 54" dog crate?
TAYLOR
One that is strong and durable, and at somewhat of a reasonable price. Thanks to anyone who takes the time to answer!
Answer
Kennel Aire is the kennel that I have preferred for the last 30 yrs. I have traveled, shown, and trained dogs and have found that this product is strong, endurable (still using mine for 30 yrs), and easy to transport (collapsible).
http://www.kennel-aire.com/Pages/aboutus.htm
Kennel Aire is the kennel that I have preferred for the last 30 yrs. I have traveled, shown, and trained dogs and have found that this product is strong, endurable (still using mine for 30 yrs), and easy to transport (collapsible).
http://www.kennel-aire.com/Pages/aboutus.htm
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