Guinea Pig Hutches

Garden Woodcraft builds insulated, predator-safe outdoor guinea pig hutches designed specifically for the UK climate. Because guinea pigs do not climb or jump like rabbits, our heavy-duty hutches feature single-level, draft-free living quarters with gentle, solid ramps connecting to secure outdoor runs. Every hutch is handmade from sustainable timber and delivered fully assembled.

Guinea pigs are incredibly susceptible to cold drafts and damp conditions; our robust hutches feature specialised thermal roofs and raised floors to keep your herd healthy, dry, and warm year-round.

Housing requirements for guinea pigs

While often housed in standard rabbit hutches, guinea pigs have distinct physiological needs. They are prone to respiratory infections if exposed to damp ground and require horizontal running space rather than vertical height:

• Large guinea pig hutch: A large hutch is essential because guinea pigs are herd animals that must be kept in pairs or groups. A wide, single-tier footprint provides the horizontal running room they need without dangerous steep drops.
• Outdoor guinea pig hutch: To safely keep guinea pigs outside in the UK, the hutch must be raised off the cold ground to prevent rising damp. The sleeping compartment must be deep, draft-free, and easy to stuff with thick hay for burrowing.

Frequently asked questions

Can guinea pigs stay outside in winter?

Yes, provided they are in a high-quality outdoor guinea pig hutch that is fully weather-proofed. You must provide a thick layer of bedding, and we strongly recommend attaching our winterising panels to block freezing winds while maintaining healthy ventilation.

Are your ramps safe for guinea pigs?

Absolutely. Because guinea pigs have fragile spines and poor depth perception, we build our ramps with a very gentle incline, solid sides, and grip ridges to ensure they can confidently navigate between the hutch and the run without slipping.