Our location is in Poplar Grove, IL, conveniently situated in north-western Illinois. We are just a 15-minute drive from Belvidere, 30 minutes from Rockford, 1 hour from Madison, WI, and about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

Baby guinea pigs are more adaptable and offer a longer time together but may need extra socialization, and their temperament isn't guaranteed. Adults have established personalities, making it easier to find a match for your lifestyle, though they may take longer to adjust.

The main difference between males and females is that females are easier to bond and can live in herds. Breed usually matters more than gender. All guinea pigs are equally smelly, and both can spray.

We offer guinea pig grooming, including bathing, trimming, nail clipping, brushing, combing, and knot removal for long-haired guinea pigs. We have a background in dog and cat grooming, I'm experienced with clippers and shears. For more details including pricing, see our 'Fleece and Grooming' page.

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Please note that we are a CLOSED facility, and visits are only available by appointment after a deposit has been made. Once a deposit is received, we can arrange a time for pickup and schedule a visit accordingly. For more info, visit 'polices.'

We do NOT offer shipping; all piggies are for local pickup only. You are welcome to drive to our location for pickup. We can also coordinate with ground transport services if needed. For more details, please refer to our 'About' and 'Policies' sections.

Long-haired guinea pigs need regular grooming, including weekly brushing, monthly trims, and bi-monthly baths. Their coats require a clean setup as they can hold more bacteria. Short-haired guinea pigs are lower maintenance, don't require bathing, and are better suited for first-time owners.

We offer guinea pig boarding at $80 per week. You provide the pellets and hay, and your guinea pig will leave with any remaining supplies. During their stay, you'll receive at least three photos or videos each week.

For social reasons, I usually sell babies in pairs or groups and only offer single babies if no single adults are available. Guinea pigs are naturally social and do best with a companion. A single guinea pig can thrive with plenty of attention, but females may feel lonely without a friend. I don't place females in single homes unless necessary. It is important that males are not in herd environment.

I produce both long and short-haired guinea pigs. My long-haired breeds include Peruvian's (wavy long hair), Coronet's and Silkie's (straight long hair), and Texel's (curly long hair). For short-haired varieties, I have Teddies (coarse short hair), Abyssinian's, and Sheba's mixes (short to medium wavy hair). Occasionally, I also produce Americans, but this happens accidentally, as I don't breed for them specifically.