Animals in Need Northamptonshire says its shelter for guinea pigs is full and is calling on the public for help to adopt them.
Charity boss Annie Marriott said: "We are currently full at the sanctuary with guinea pigs! We need your help."Guinea pigs make delightful pets and are really inquisitive and social beings but we have found that recently, we have lots of rescues handed in for various reasons despite being easy to look after.“Guinea pigs make great pets and love their fresh veggies, hay and water. They love nothing more than a fresh lawn to nibble on in the warmer weather.“They need a nice big home with lots of friends and all having individual personalities.“We always rehome guinea pigs in pairs or groups and they need to have a suitable home away from drafts and the heat.“When they are properly looked after, they have long lives and many guinea pig owners will know that they love chatter and squeak to you and recognise their owners.”If you’d like to rehome a guinea pig, get in touch with [email protected]The following descriptions have been provided by Annie.
5. Lewis
Lewis is a seven month old cheeky chappie. He is looking for a home with a gentle girl or two to keep him company. Spacious indoor accommodation and a run out on the grass in the warmer weather are essential. Photo: AIN
6. Oscar
This handsome boy is looking for a five-star home where he will have access to a nice piece of lawn for the summer days, and spacious indoor accommodation all year round, with a female companion or two. Photo: AIN
7. Oreo & Rolo
Oreo & Rolo are 20 month old brothers looking for a loving forever home together. They will need spacious indoor accommodation as well as a secure run so that they can spend warmer days outside munching on lush grass. Photo: AIN
8. Jack & Casper
Jack & Casper are friendly but shy lads who were left at the vets. They are looking for a home together. They will need spacious indoor accommodation and a run so that they can enjoy munching on the lawn in the warmer weather. Photo: AIN