Your kids might be convinced they're ready for a dog, but you know that you would end up doing most of the feeding, walking, and cleaning that dogs require. For families who are first-time pet owners, ...

There's a lot to recommend guinea pigs as the perfect family pet: They're small, easy to care for, and have sweet temperaments. Also known as cavies, there are 13 breeds of guinea pigs officially ...

In the past year, the Marin Humane Society has seen an increase in a new breed of guinea pig. Cuy criollos mejorados are being introduced into pet stores throughout the country. More commonly called a ...