Guinea Garden Sanctuary

25/11/2025

Gentle hand-feeding builds confidence in nervous guinea pigs and rabbits. Rescues often start bonding with tiny sprigs of linden or rose petals — proof that the way to trust really is through the stomach.

23/11/2025

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23/11/2025

Cleanse and Soothe Kidney Support Forage Mix

23/11/2025

I saw a rescue post earlier that absolutely deserved a standing ovation — and honestly, every rescue across the UK could’ve written it.

So here’s the truth, for all rescues, whether they look after rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles, rodents or anything in between:

🐾 Rescues aren’t delivery services.
Animals aren’t “add to basket” options. There’s an adoption process for a reason.

🐾 No ethical rescue will adopt out a solitary species animal alone.
Welfare isn’t “awkward” — it’s science. Social species need companionship, not isolation because someone “only wants one.”

🐾 Rescues have seen every shortcut, fake setup and dodgy excuse under the sun.
They’ve been doing this for years. They can spot a Google-copied cage photo a mile off.

The bottom line?
Rescues are exhausted. Busy. Covered in hay, fur, sawdust and pure determination.
If you genuinely want to adopt — brilliant. Work with them, not around them.

And if you need help with proper nutrition, forage or enrichment so your animals thrive once they’re home — that’s literally my world.

Welcome to Guinea Gourmet Treats – Where Every Nibble is a Delight! Explore our delicious handmade treats and forages. Special offers available at Guinea Gourmet Treats. 🐹🌿🥕

22/11/2025

Meet our newest little arrival — affectionately known as Benji, Sebastian and Oreo (we’ll let him choose when he’s ready 💕).

He’s still very nervous, which isn’t surprising after such a big change. For shy guinea pigs, trust-building is everything. Right now, we’re keeping things gentle:

short bursts of calm handling,

regular soft talking,

and lots of tasty forage to help him associate humans with safety and comfort.

This stage is where patience pays off. The aim isn’t cuddles straight away — it’s helping him feel safe enough to want them. 🌿

If you’ve recently adopted a nervous pig, remember: progress looks like a head sniff, a nibble, or just choosing to stay visible a little longer 💚

21/11/2025

https://www.guineagourmettreats.co.uk/blog-behind-the-leaves/2680981_why-bum-trims-are-essential-for-certain-guinea-pigs

Not all guinea pigs are built the same. Some have sleek, short coats that rarely need trimming, while others are long-haired beauties who need regular grooming to stay comfortable. Then there are piggies like Max – a short-haired guinea pig with a long-haired “bottom end.” This unique mix mean...

19/11/2025

🐹 A big warm welcome to our newest little trio — Benji, Max & Rex.
Benji (black + white) came to me after losing his friend. Although he was eating and drinking perfectly fine, his behaviour told a different story. He hid a lot, avoided interaction, and didn’t show the confidence you need for a healthy solo boar.
With over a decade of boar bonding, behaviour and socialisation under my belt, it was clear he needed companionship — not “monitoring alone.”
As luck would have it, Max (white) and Rex (beige) arrived needing a home too, and honestly… the bond went smoother than planned.
A bit of chasing, rumbling, and dominance talk from Benji and Rex, while Max mostly focused on the food 🤣 — and then they all settled into calm breaks and comfortable lay-downs.
By morning, they were moving, eating, and resting together beautifully.
We now officially have a stable trio of boars.
Still early days as bonding takes time to truly cement, but it’s a brilliant start and exactly what Benji needed.
Welcome boys — you’re safe now. 🤍🌿

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15/11/2025

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Today I’m showing off a beautiful mix of freshly foraged greens — a perfect example of my favourite saying: “What grows together, goes together.” 🌱When plan...

14/11/2025

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Trimming guinea pig nails is an important part of routine care, but it can feel intimidating when their nails are black or dark in colour. Unlike clear nails where you can easily see the quick (the blood supply inside the nail), black nails make it harder to judge where to cut. With the right approa...

14/11/2025

📍 DY5 Brierley Hill – Looking for a Male Guinea Pig (Boar) for Bonding

Alright lovely people, I’m putting some feelers out.

Benji came to me as an emergency surrender, and as much as he’s settling, I can feel that he’d thrive with the right friend. I’ve done over a decade of bonding, behaviour, and socialisation work with guinea pigs in rescue settings, so I’m extremely confident with even the trickier boars. This isn’t a “stick them together and hope” situation — I know exactly what I’m looking for and what I’m doing.

I’m open to either:

1. A youngster

Someone who can learn proper social skills

Easy to mould into a stable, confident pairing

Ideal for long-term companionship

OR

2. A well-socialised adult

Ideally one who’s had more than one successful long-term bond

Or grew up around adults early on

Basically a boar who knows how to “speak guinea pig” fluently

I’m in DY5 – Brierley Hill, so rescues or private rehomes close by would be ideal.

If you know of a rescue with suitable boys, or if you’re rehoming one that fits the criteria, give me a shout. I’d love to get the right companion for Benji so he can properly flourish.

12/11/2025

Benji allowed a little fuss and didn't run off today! I'm so chuffed! ❤️❤️❤️