Guest Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 We have 2 adult guinea pigs and like the idea of keeping them in an Eglu on our back lawn. They currently have a wooden hutch on the lawn which they use during the day, and live inside at night. Has anyone any experience of using an Eglu for guinea pigs? Also, if the feedback is positive, has anyone got a secondhand rabbit Eglu that they're looking to sell? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 I don't see why not? I doubt if you'll get a second hand one just yet as they've only just gone on sale though. Might have to wait for a bit or ring Omlet to see if they've got any seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 I've thought about this a lot! I think the set up would be wonderful (though not in near future for me ) but I was trying to think if there were any drawbacks. The nearest I got was what about winter? I either make an indoor home or at least bring the hutch into garage or similar and it can see out of the wire sides. An Eglu would be fine outside but no view with door shut. The ground is too damp outside for most of the winter. That's what I'm stuck on. Rabbits are hardier on damp ground than guineas I think. An all weather surface and extra winter roof? Eglu would be big to bring in for half the year! Would be just perfect in Summer Wonder if Omlet have been pondering this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 That's true Sheila. My guinea pigs have always been in a covered run over winter. It's not as warm as inside a shed or garage but you're right that the run might be too cold for little guinea pig feet if it's frosty or snowy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted September 9, 2005 Share Posted September 9, 2005 Dampness is their real weakness, so a wet tummy is bad news. Did yours stay in the wire hutch in the bad weather, Kate? An eglu seems more claustrophobic if they're confined for dryness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted September 10, 2005 Share Posted September 10, 2005 We made a big lean-to run on the side of our summerhouse which had a little bedroom for the rabbit and guinea pig and a long run undercover that ran along the side of the summerhouse between the walls of that and the fence so I suppose they were pretty well insulated. They were also bone dry in there as they had the protection of the fencing and walls on 3 sides and an open mesh at the front. An Eglu might well be too claustrophobic if they've got to stay inside all the time, especially if it's really snowy and cold outside unless the run was covered over with something to keep the grass dry and warmer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 13, 2005 Share Posted September 13, 2005 Hi Guest From my experience of guineas, they need to be kept on a flat rather than slatted surface, thus the Rab-lu might be a better option. They get sore hocks on slats or wire, and their little feet get trapped in between slats.I am sure that they would love a Rab-lu though - my bunnies want a pink one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunee1 Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 we have just put two guineas in a lovely orange rablu...they think its the best thing going!!!....they say it looks fab with the purple garden wall!! can't see any problems yet so go for it Hannah and izzy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lera Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 There is a rablu on Ebay at the moment. As I type it has 1 day 10 hours left and the bid has reached £265, so cheaper than a new one at £350. In London but sounds like will negotiate postage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
