Many cages marketed specifically for guinea pigs are not actually large enough to provide adequate space, so finding an appropriate ready-made option can be more difficult than it seems. These are our picks for premade cages that meet the minimum size requirements for two guinea pigs. Some of these systems can also be connected or expanded to create even more room!
Kaytee Open Living Habitat
An open-top wire habitat with a waterproof clip-in liner. Comes in 8 ft² and 12.5 ft² sizes, and additional units can be connected for more room.
Link: https://www.kaytee.com/all-products/small-animal/kaytee-open-living-habitat
Best Budget Pick
Amazon Basics Canvas Bottom Cage
A budget-friendly wire-frame cage with a leak-proof canvas base, at roughly 8 ft² (remove the divider).
Link: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Canvas-Bottom-Divider-Black/dp/B07KB49GZQ/
MidWest Guinea Pig Habitat
A no-tools, canvas-bottom starter cage that offers 8 ft² of space, and can be connected to a second unit to expand. Optional lid available.
Link: https://www.midwesthomes4pets.com/product/small-animal/habitats-cages/guinea-habitat/
Sturdy Build
Wabbitat® Deluxe Extra-Long Rabbit Home
A sturdy wire cage with a deep plastic base, removable top lid, and both top and front-opening access. The extra long model provides approximately 10 ft² of floor space.
Link: https://www.midwesthomes4pets.com/product/small-animal/habitats-cages/wabbitat-deluxe-rabbit-home/
More options
If the cages above don't suit your needs for some reason, here are a few other options to consider:
- Amazon Basics Top Access Cage
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Small-Animal-Habitat-Jumbo/dp/B0756GBCJ1 - (Hagen) Living World Deluxe XL
https://www.amazon.com/Living-World-Deluxe-Habitat-X-Large/dp/B007BNE1YA/ - Ferplast Krolik 140
https://int.ferplast.com/products/krolik-140 - Ferplast Krolik 160
https://int.ferplast.com/products/krolik-160 - Ferplast Krolik 200
https://int.ferplast.com/products/krolik-200
