06/10/2026
Just another way to get people to buy crap....
Most of the time I can figure out why some strange product that isnโt good for guinea pigs is marketed or developed. The stupid pumice chews, thinking it will help keep their teeth short. The horrid vitamin C drops for their water. Instead of providing the vitamin C that a healthy guinea pig diet should provide, it puts them off their water, therefore promoting dehydration and possibly stones in a pig that is prone to them. This one makes me confused. All I can come up with is that Temu asked AI what people need for their better guinea pig enjoyment, and AI said diapers. Well, Iโm here to tell you this is a terrible idea. Getting p*ed on and p**ped on is part of guinea pig life. If you pay close attention, you will learn that many guinea pigs do give tells before they go. Most donโt want to go on their humans. Some will wiggle their butts; some will give a light nip, some will turn abruptly and others may head butt you. Most will let you know. Like humans some are smarter than others so there will be a portion of the population that doesnโt get the memo. There are very nice washable pads on amazon. The 12 x 24 size would be great for a lap pad if your guinea pig tends to go on you. If you sew or know someone that sews there is a waterproof fabric called Pul fabric that is used for waterproof diaper making. I use a layer of Pul two layers of cotton batting and a layer of fleece to make pretty lap pads. But the diapers are heck NO! Diapers will hold urine close to the skin causing urine scald. The p**p urine mixture will stain their fur and make them smell causing a need for baths, when a healthy well cared guinea pig may never need a bath in its lifetime. Especially the short hair breeds. So, remember, just because itโs sold somewhere, including the pet stores, does not mean it is something that should ever be used. Wait I forgot the butt cut out part......where does AI think the p*e and p**p happen with guinea pigs?????? ~Becky
