Adoption

We are so thankful that you have decided to adopt guinea pigs from us at Guinea Pigs of Southwest Florida. Check out our Available for Adoption page to see which guinea pigs are currently looking for their forever home! Our application form is below, but please read about our requirements and some other important information prior to applying with us to adopt!

Requirements:

1. PROPER CAGE SIZE: Guinea pigs require quite a bit of space to explore and live a healthy, happy life. Prior to adoption, we require that you have a cage with a minimum of 2' x 4' (8 sq ft total) such as the Midwest Guinea Habitat or a custom C&C cage. Please visit our education page for more information on the proper cage sizes. 

2. MULTIPLE GUINEA PIGS: Guinea pigs are herd animals by nature. Although they might enjoy the company of their humans they will thrive and be happiest with a companion of their own kind. We only adopt out pairs or bond a single with an already existing single piggie. We however do not adopt single piggies to live on their own in most cases.  IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A GUINEA PIG OR GUINEA PIGS THEN YOU MUST BRING THE ANIMAL(S) WITH YOU. NOT ALL GUINEA PIGS GET ALONG SO WE WILL HAVE SOME SUPERVISED "PLAY DATES" TO MAKE SURE YOU GO HOME WITH THE BEST POSSIBLE MATCH. IF YOU DON'T BRING YOUR PIG(S) THEN WE WILL HAVE TO RESCHEDULE YOUR ADOPTION.

Other things to remember when adopting at Guinea Pigs of SWFL:

• Our goal is to rescue, nurture, and rehome. We have several piggies looking to find their forever homes so please be open-minded when considering guinea pigs for adoption. All of our piggies are adopted out on a first come first serve basis.
• Please make sure to bring a carrier to take home your new friend home in. We recommend having a special box or carrier set aside for your new guinea pig and make sure it is large enough for them to move around comfortably.
• For first-time adopters, at the rescue, we sell all the supplies you will need to get started: cages, housing, food, bedding, etc... Plan on spending anywhere between $150 - $200 for necessary supplies. All proceeds go directly to the rescue and all the piggies!
• Are you interested in adopting guinea pigs for your children? Please read this article when deciding to adopt guinea pigs for your family with little ones. Information kindly provided by Cavy Spirit: Children and Guinea Pigs
• Guinea pigs can be wonderful pets and bring so much love and joy into our lives but sadly they can also get very ill at times. As a pet owner, it is always important to remember that they will also require medical attention at times so prepare financially for these potential issues. Vet visits can cost anywhere between $100 -$1,500. 

SAME-SEX ADOPTION FEES
Single Guinea Pig (as a buddy only)               $30
Same-Sex Pair                                                   $50

Same-Sex Trio                                                   $75
Skinny Pigs (single)                                          $125

Now that we have gone over a few things hopefully you are informed and ready to fill out our adoption application below!

After completing the form, please be sure to visit our appointments page to book a time to meet the piggies and begin the process of adopting your new friend(s)!