How to make a guinea pig forage box

Guinea pigs, like any other small pet, need more than just a safe place to call home. Enrichment is a really important part of your smallies life.

Foraging behaviour comes naturally to guinea pigs – here’s a quick hack on how to make your own forage box.

What you’ll need

• Shallow tray or planter
• Treats for your smallies
• Hay or shredded paper
• Herbs and flowers suitable for guinea pigs ie dandelion flowers and marigold, basil, coriander, cress, mint and dill – you can also add a bit of pulled grass for extra sweetness

Method

Step one: Grab your shallow tray or planter and begin filling it with your hay, shredded paper, herbs and flowers

Step two: Scatter your treats throughout the box in random places

Step three: Pop your guinea pig into the forage box and watch them unearth their goodies