Taking good care of your guinea pig will help it live a long and healthy life. Make sure the cage you choose for your guinea pig has plenty of ventilation. Many people use an aquarium and they don't provide enough ventilation. The cage should be large enough for the guinea pig to comfortably move around in, and it needs to have a solid bottom. Wire bottoms are not good for the guinea pig's feet.
Guinea pigs are timid creatures and like something to hide in.
A paper lunch bag or small cardboard box is a great hiding place for your guinea pig. They can easily be thrown away and replaced when soiled. Small animal bedding and litter is available to line your guinea pig's cage. Lining the bottom with newspaper first will absorb any liquid and make cage cleaning easier. You should remove and replace the soiled bedding once a week, and clean the cage with hot, soapy water.