Your guinea pig needs exercise to keep happy and healthy. Since your pig spends most of his day in his cage, try to make it a fun place that encourages movement. Ramps and tunnels and a hidey house your pig can run around in are fun. Some pigs like balls and other toys. Wheels, even big ones made for pigs, cause too much strain on the back so don’t give one to your pig. Plan on at least a half hour of exercise for your guinea pig outside his cage daily. Here you can provide bigger places to play and explore. Always supervise your guinea pig whenever he is outside the cage. Protect him from chewing on electrical wires or toxic plants. Take the time to get down on the floor and play with your pig and bond with him. For more information, contact your Carteret County, NC veterinarian.