When I got my guinea pig Gidget(r.i.p.), I was given this book by a friend. This became my main source of info on the care for her. When a friend of mine recently got guinea pigs of her own I passed the book on to her.

Pros: It is very informative for those who don't know much about guinea pigs

Cons: none

Before I got my first guinea pigs Winnie and Ruffles, I bought this book at Petco, at first it was a wonderful book, but as time went on I learned that a few points that I read in the book were wrong. Not very much of it though. When I was designing a web page for one of my classes, I used this book as a reference.

Pros: It's has a lot of good information.

Cons: Some of the information in it is wrong.

Any time a new pet is considered, it's important to do research to make sure you understand the animal's needs. This is a good basic book that I would get if the guinea pig is for a child. Gives them reading material, plus is informative. supplement with some internet sites and you are all set.

Pros: lots of basic info

Cons: limited info

I have this book in my library, that I lend out to anyond who is interested in obtaining a cavy, I am a 4H leader so this book comes in handy, teaches them how to be a responsible pt owner, health etc

Pros: At a level any age can understand

Cons: none

This is a great book for any first-time guinea pig owner. It has a great deal of information and is easy to navigate. We recommend it to all of our clients with guinea pigs.

Pros: Helpful and informative

Cons: n/a