Guinea pigs don’t respond to their names like dogs or even cats do but naming your guinea pig is still an important task. Naming your guinea is a first important step in making him a part of your family. Choose carefully since you will be calling him this name for his whole life. Ensure the name is something that all family members are comfortable saying out loud. Some families name their pig after a physical characteristic such as Blondie, Fuzzy or Curly. A favorite character from a book, TV show or movie may inspire your pig’s name so there are pigs named Potter, Dora or Thor. The names of sports figures are fun too leading to Kobe or Jeter. Some people name their pigs after favorite childhood pets resulting in Fluffy XII or Minky V. Whatever you choose, have fun and make it a family affair. For more information, contact your Ellicott City, MD veterinarian.