ADOPTING AT
THE LOS ANGELES GUINEA PIG RESCUE
For Adoption Form and Appointments scroll below
We are so thankful that you have decided to adopt guinea pigs with us at the Los Angeles Guinea Pig Rescue. Our application form is below*. Prior to your adoption with us, we have two very important requirements that all adopters must follow:
1. PROPER CAGE SIZE: Guinea pigs require a lot space to roam and live a healthy, happy life. Here at the rescue, we require that you have a cage that is a minimum of 2' x 4' (8 sq. ft. total). Our preferred cages are the Midwest Guinea Habitat, Kaytee Open Living Habitat, or a custom C&C cage. You can find more information on proper sized cages at Guinea Pig Cages.
2. MULTIPLE GUINEA PIGS: Guinea pigs are herd animals by nature. Although they enjoy the company of their humans, they will thrive and be happiest with a companion of their own kind. Here at the rescue we specialize in bonding single pigs and we work to find their best mate. We only adopt out pairs/groups or bond a single with an already existing single piggy. We, however, do not adopt out single piggies to live on their own. We only adopt out males to live in pairs. Females can be in groups so long as you prove that you have the proper cage space. Please bring your guinea pig with you to the rescue if you are doing a bond!
Other things to remember when adopting at the LAGPR:
- Our mission is to rescue, nurture, and rehome. We have several piggies looking to find their fur-ever homes so please be open-minded to the available options that we do have to offer. Many of our piggies might be under treatment or not available for a specific reason, so please ask about them. All of our piggies are first-come, first-served, and we do not make special reservations or holds on any piggies.
- We do not guarantee availability of guinea pigs based on age, sex, color, size, breed, etc. We ask that all adopters come with an open heart, ready to meet piggies of all types to become members of their families.
- When coming to adopt please make sure to bring a carrier (one per piggy) to take home your newly-adopted furry friend. We recommend having a special box or carrier set aside for the new friend and make sure it is large enough for them to move about. For your consideration, a shoe box might be a tad bit too small for one, let alone two piggies.
- On hot summer days please make sure that the piggies you are traveling with are hydrated and at a comfortable temperature. Never put their carrier or box near a car window with the sun directly on it as it will heat up rather quickly even with the air conditioning on. Guinea pigs can easily overheat at temperatures above 78 °F (25 °C) . IMPORTANT: Wrap a frozen water bottle in a sock to place in the carrier with them. We see too many piggies arriving with heat stroke, which can be fatal. Use disposable bedding, no fleece or blankets, and consider a window shade for babies. Hard, plastic cat carriers have the best ventilation and hold disposable bedding well.
- For first-time adopters, at the rescue we sell all the supplies you will need to get started: cages, housing, food, bedding, etc.
- Are you interested in adopting guinea pigs for your children? Please read this article when deciding to adopt guinea pigs for your family with little ones. Information kindly provided by Cavy Spirit: Children and Guinea Pigs
- Guinea pigs can be wonderful pets that bring so much love and joy into our lives but sadly they can also get very ill at times. As a pet owner it is always important to remember that they will also require medical attention so prepare financially for these potential issues. Vet visits can cost anywhere between $200 -$1,500+. Please ask us about Nationwide's exotic pet insurance. For as low as around $200 per year, per guinea pig, you could potentially save thousands a year on vet visits.
*You will receive an email from us with information about your adoption appointment once the form is filled out. Please check your spam or junk folder if you do not receive this email within 48 hours.
ADOPTION FEES
Single Guinea Pig (as a buddy only) $45
Same Sex Pair or Trio $75
Same Sex Quartet $90
Neutered Male/Spayed Female $150
Pair/Trio w Neutered Male $175
Quartet w/Neutered Male $200
Skinny Pig $50
Pair of Skinnies $75
PLEASE FILL OUT THE ADOPTION APPLICATON BELOW BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT! Once this is filled out and submitted, please book your appointment at your convenience.
Thank you and we can't wait to see you!
Thank you and we can't wait to see you!
