Did you know: it's illegal to own only one guinea pig in Switzerland
it's illegal to own only one guinea pig in Switzerland because they are social animals that need companionship. Explanation The Swiss Animal Protection Ordinance states that social animals, like guinea pigs, must have adequate social contact with other animals of the same species. The law is based on the idea that guinea pigs require interaction with other guinea pigs for their well-being. The law is intended to ensure that guinea pigs have happy and fulfilling lives. Other animals that are subject to this law Gerbils, Rabbits, Rats, Canaries, Budgerigars, Parrots, and Many fish, including goldfish. What happens if you own two guinea pigs and one dies? If you own two guinea pigs and one dies, you would be breaking the law. Owners often seek another guinea pig to ensure continued companionship.
Honestly that's a good thing. I feel like for most social animals you should have at least 2. I only have one dog but I wish I had another one for her to grow old with. Even though I think my dog just sees me as a big weird looking dog.
