Extra Large Guinea Pig Cage FAQs
How many guinea pigs can live in an extra large cage?
Up to 4 guinea pigs can live in an extra large cage. However, the bigger, the better, so even a smaller herd can hugely benefit from a big guinea pig cage!
How much space should an extra large guinea pig cage provide?
An extra large guinea pig cage is a 6x2 size, which is 2.10 x 0.70 x 0.35m big. This provides your pets with plenty of space to popcorn, zoom, nap, and play!
What's the best extra large indoor guinea pig cage?
The best extra large indoor guinea pig is our 6x2 cage with loft and stand. This gives your piggies enough space to thrive, a stand to reduce stress, and a loft for extra room to zoom!
What are the benefits of extra large guinea pig cages?
The benefits of extra large guinea pig cages are happier and healthier pets. This amount of space gives your piggies no limitations to their movements, encouraging play times and providing each one with their own personal space.
Do guinea pigs need an extra large cage to be happy?
Yes, guinea pigs need an extra large cage to be happy. We always recommend you go as big as your home allows it, as the extra space will encourage them to be active, playful, and give them somewhere to relax in peace when they feel like it.
Can I build an extra large guinea pig cage myself?
Yes, all of our medium, large, and extra large guinea pig cages are designed with easy assembly. You don’t need any DIY skills or tools to get started!
What should I include inside an extra large cage for enrichment?
You can fill your extra large cage with plenty of safe toys, fleece accessories, comfy guinea pig bedding, and other enriching products like a litter tray to keep your piggies happy & healthy.
Is an extra large guinea pig cage better than a two-tier cage?
An extra large guinea pig cage offers more space to zoom for piggies than a two-tier cage. The latter is best suited to quarantine piggies or separate them if you have different guinea pig pairs that don’t get along.
Do C&C cages come in extra large sizes?
Yes, our C&C cages come in the extra large size of 6x2, and with extras like a stand, a loft, or both.