Backyard guinea pigs for families

Backyard guinea pigs for families

Beginners guide to keeping guinea pigs at home

Over 10 people have attended this class

Description

If you already have guinea pigs, want the children to be more involved in their care or are considering getting them as a family pet then this is the workshop for you.

Join Farmer Rae at Edendale and learn the basics of keeping guinea pigs at home. You will learn about what to look for in a guinea pig hutch, what to (and not to!) feed them and how to look after them in hot weather. There will be plenty of opportunity for questions and advice! 

You will leave with a greater understanding on how to have happy and healthy guinea pigs at home.

This workshop is designed for all members of the family. Please note this workshop is suitable for school children ( 5 years and up) if your child wishes to attend, accompanying adults do not need to pay to provide supervision. 


Raewyn Pickering

Raewyn has been one of the farmers here at Edendale for 6 years, and has worked on other farms and animal settings for nearly a decade as well as undergoing formal animal husbandry training. 

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What you will learn

  • Basics of keeping guinea pigs
  • Housing and care needs
  • Common problems and solutions

What you will get

  • Handout
Parking Info

While there is some parking available at the front of Edendale we would  encourage you to investigate some more sustainable transport options including:

  • Riding your bike
  • Public Transport 
  • Walking
  • Car pooling

Some overflow parking may be available at Eltham North playground



What to bring

  • Inquiring mind

What to wear

Casual

Appropriate for

children, families


Edendale Farm

4.9
(851 Reviews)

Edendale is a small working farm on 7 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.

We are open 7 days a week 9.30 to 4.30 with the exception of Christmas Day. Entry to the farm is by a Gold Coin Donation into one of our donation boxes around the farm.

Edendale's purpose is to provide an interactive community and education centre to support sustainable living practices for the whole community.


Edendale offers:

  • Local native plant nursery
  • Preschool and school education programs
  • Community sustainability workshops
  • Family activities and events
  • Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
  • Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
  • Volunteer opportunities


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Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

You may cancel anytime before class starts and claim a full refund or transfer or credit note.

We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.

Terms & Conditions

Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.

1.) LIABILITY WAIVER

I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm

2.) PHOTO & VIDEO

I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).

Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.

3.) REFUNDS

Edendale Farm requires 72 hours notice in writing prior to the class commencing for a refund, transfer or credit.

4.) CANCELLATIONS

In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via text message or email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.

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