Rehoming Guinea Pigs can be a rewarding and exciting experience but it is important that you understand the commitment can be anything up to ten years of your life.
Guinea Pigs should never live by themselves, always a minimum of two, but three is a much more ideal number. All males should be neutered which will theoretically mean that you can mix any combination of sexes. Any males leaving the sanctuary will have already been neutered.
Guinea Pigs need a minimum space of a 6ft hutch and a 6ft run. Anything smaller is not acceptable. We always ask you to send photos of your facilities before we make you an appointment to meet the Guinea Pigs.
We do ask for a donation of £25 per guinea pig to help cover the costs while they have been in our care. All guinea pigs will have been seen by our vet and had a health check.
Berry, Broccoli & Bean
Berry's arrival at Woodlands came through no fault of her own - this 9-month-old mum was sold alongside her companions as males, only for her owner to discover rather quickly that the pet shop had got things very wrong. The result was an unexpected litter, and with a change of circumstances making it impossible to keep the growing family, Berry and her two daughters Broccoli and Bean found their way to us. Despite the upheaval, this devoted little trio have remained together, and they will be rehomed as the family unit they are.
Broccoli, at 14 weeks, is a striking tricolour girl with a beautiful big white band around her neck that makes her instantly recognisable. Her sister Bean, also 14 weeks, is a pretty bicolour girl who shares her sibling's cautious but curious nature. Together, the three of them are navigating sanctuary life in the way most guinea pigs do - a little nervously, a little tentatively, but with the reassurance of having each other close by. They need time to settle and become comfortable with handling, which is entirely normal for guinea pigs who've experienced change and uncertainty.
Berry, Broccoli and Bean need a patient, gentle household where they can decompress and learn at their own pace that human hands mean kindness, not danger. Guinea pigs thrive with consistent, calm interaction - short, gentle handling sessions that build trust gradually over time. Once settled, they'll reward that patience with the endearing, characterful company that makes guinea pigs such wonderful companions. They're ideal for a family ready to invest time in building a bond rather than expecting instant friendliness.
This little family has already been through more than they should have at such young ages. They deserve a home where they can finally relax, where their nervous little hearts can slow down, and where Berry can simply be a young mum enjoying life rather than facing uncertainty. For the right family - one with patience, gentleness, and the joy of watching small animals blossom - Berry, Broccoli and Bean have so much to give if you think you could give Berry, Broccoli & Bean their forever loving home, please fill out an application form.
Apple, Almond & Apricot
Apple's story will sound familiar to anyone who's been following our recent arrivals - this beautiful 9-month-old tricolour mum was bought at the same time as our Berry, by the same owner, and sold under exactly the same false pretence. Once again, the pet shop got things spectacularly wrong, Apple was sold as male, and the result was two delightful but unexpected daughters. With a change in circumstances making it impossible to keep the family together at home, Apple and her girls Almond and Apricot have come to Woodlands to find the forever home they deserve.
Almond, at 14 weeks, is a beautiful brindle girl whose distinctive colouring makes her truly unique. Her sister Apricot, also 14 weeks, is a warm ginger beauty who shares her mum's tricolour charm in her own sunny way. Like Berry's family, this trio are still finding their feet and can be a little nervous - entirely understandable given the changes they've been through. They have each other for reassurance, which makes all the difference as they navigate their new surroundings and begin to learn that the world beyond their previous home can be just as safe and loving.
Apple, Almond and Apricot need a patient, gentle household where calm, consistent handling can help them build confidence gradually. Guinea pigs are naturally cautious creatures who reward quiet, respectful interaction with wonderful, characterful companionship - and this little trio are no different. Given time and the right approach, these three will blossom into the engaging, personable little companions that make guinea pigs such a joy to share a home with.
This gorgeous family of three deserves a fresh start after an uncertain beginning through absolutely no fault of their own. Apple has been a devoted mum under difficult circumstances, and Almond and Apricot have grown into charming young girls despite the upheaval. For a patient family ready to invest time and gentleness into building trust, Apple, Almond and Apricot are ready to give everything in return.
If you think you could give these 3 girls the amazing home they deserve, please fill out an application form.