How to Change a Guinea Pig Cage When Pregnant

Caring for guinea pigs while pregnant can cause concern for expectant mothers, but careful steps can be taken while handling and cleaning guinea pigs to avoid contamination. Rubber gloves and medical masks can be worn during cage cleaning to provide protection from guinea pig waste and germs. Pregnancy-safe cleaning products allow expectant mothers to feel secure when cleaning up after animals.

Things You'll Need

  • Pregnancy-safe disinfectant
  • Guinea pig cage
  • Paper towels
  • Rubber gloves
  • Medical mask
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Instructions

    • 1

      Wear a medical mask and rubber gloves to avoid breathing in or handling waste.

    • 2

      Move the guinea pigs to a safe area, such as a box or the floor of a safe room.

    • 3

      Remove the lid of the guinea pig cage carefully and wash it with a pregnancy-safe disinfectant.

    • 4

      Pour the soiled guinea pig bedding into a garbage bag, making sure not to spill any or get it on your skin.

    • 5

      Wash the inside of the guinea pig cage using a pregnancy-safe disinfectant, then dry the cage thoroughly with paper towels.

    • 6

      Fill the cage with guinea pig bedding and furniture, and replace the cage lid.

    • 7

      Place the guinea pigs carefully into the cage and lock it up.

    • 8

      Wash your hands thoroughly after removing the rubber gloves and before taking of the medical mask to avoid breathing in any dust.