Status: Ready for adoption
Arrived: June 2024
Species and Minimum Ethical Enclosure Requirement: Guinea pig: minimum enclosure size for 2 Guinea Pigs is 7.55 square feet (length x width of your enclosure) and 10.50 square feet for 3 Guinea Pigs. A “C&C” cage or a Midwest GP Habitat are the recommended style of enclosure.
Sex: Male
Age: Adult, age unknown
Location: Toronto
What is their background story?:
These boys came from a shelter in Quebec. Nothing more is known about them.
What is their favourite activity?:
Eating is number one, closely followed by snoozing and being really adorable.
What is their favourite food?:
Veggies of any type - they get a salad every day with a different combination. Also parsley, cilantro, dill, and the odd blueberry or piece of apple.
What is their best trait?:
They are sweet, friendly boys. Gus (half white, half black) is very outgoing. Gilligan is more cautious, but he is becoming less shy. Both are quite content to be held, once they get over the horror of being picked up.
Special Adoption Fee: $50 for the pair.
Final thoughts:
They are not vocal pigs, They don’t wheek for food but they mumble to each other occasionally.
Adoption Fees and Apply to Adopt: https://www.allcreaturesrescue.ca/apply-to-adopt
Status: Ready for adoption
Arrived: Boo and Bean: April 2025; Calico: June 2025
Species and Minimum Ethical Enclosure Requirement: Guinea pig: minimum enclosure size for 2 Guinea Pigs is 7.55 square feet (length x width of your enclosure) and 10.50 square feet for 3 Guinea Pigs. A “C&C” cage or a Midwest GP Habitat are the recommended style of enclosure.
Sex: female
Age: We are not sure how old Boo and Bean are; Calico was born on June 6.
Location: Kitchener
What is their background story?:
Boo (grey face) and Bean (white/orange face) are a mother-daughter duo that had a rough start to life and came to ACR fearful of humans. Their foster family has been working hard to show them that humans can be kind, and these girls have been making great progress so far. Boo and Bean now get excited to see people and enjoy being part of a busy household, even if they are still not thrilled about being touched or picked up quite yet. Boo was pregnant when she was rescued, so Calico (brown/white face) was born into foster care and has only ever known humans as loving. She is a happy-go-lucky girl who often lets her foster family pet her when she is in the enclosure. But, like her mom and sister, Calico is not yet a fan of being picked up.
What is their favourite activity?:
Boo is an introvert, so she like to spend her time hanging out in snuggle sacks, hammocks, and hideouts. Bean and Calico, on the other hand, are extroverts who like to explore, popcorn, and zoom around their enclosure multiple times each day.
What is their favourite food?:
This trio LOVES to eat, and they let everyone know it with their enthusiastic wheeks! Whether it's pellets, veggies/fruit, hay, or their daily vitamin C cookie, these girls are foodies through and through! They have tried over 40 different veggies/fruits and have yet to find anything they don’t enjoy.
What is their best trait?:
Boo is generally quiet, although she is starting to find her voice now that she is getting more comfortable with her foster family. Sometimes she crosses her front paws while she is lying down and it is cute overload. Bean always has something to say, and she makes the cutest little noises when she is out and about on her daily adventures. Calico has a sweet and easy-going personality and is also talkative. She takes it upon herself to make sure everyone knows when the fridge has been opened, veggies are being cut, or plastic bags have been crinkled. These polite piggies do most of their business in their litter boxes, which helps keep their enclosure tidy.
Final thoughts:
Boo, Bean, and Calico have lovely, quirky personalities that are impossible not to love. They are looking for a patient and loving forever family who will take it slow with them so they can build up trust and let their true personalities shine. Snuggle sacks are recommended, as these girls are more relaxed when being held in a snuggle sack than with bare human hands. A calcium-conscious diet is also recommended for these cuties. Finally, like many family members who live in close quarters, this trio does squabble from time to time. Their foster family thinks they would do best with a forever family who can provide them with some extra space so they can have a little distance from one another when they need a minute.
Adoption Fees and Apply to Adopt: https://www.allcreaturesrescue.ca/apply-to-adopt
Status: On medical hold
Arrived: April 2025
Species and Minimum Ethical Enclosure Requirement: Guinea pig: minimum enclosure size for 2 Guinea Pigs is 7.55 square feet (length x width of your enclosure) and 10.50 square feet for 3 Guinea Pigs. A “C&C” cage or a Midwest GP Habitat are the recommended style of enclosure.
Sex: Male
Age: Approx. 6 - 9 months
Location: Stouffville
What is their favourite activity?:
Batman enjoys lying down, sometimes even while eating.
What is their favourite food?:
Batman is a man of taste and enjoys whole foods in moderation: fresh veggies, and dried peas and dried carrots. He does not show interest in processed goodies (treats, compact hay squares, oxbow supplements, etc.)
What is their best trait?:
Batman is a cuddly guinea pig and will often wait at the cage's fence for you. He is always showing off his creative sleep positions.
Adoption Fees and Apply to Adopt: https://www.allcreaturesrescue.ca/apply-to-adopt
Status: Ready for adoption
Arrived: July 1, 2025
Species and Minimum Ethical Enclosure Requirement: Guinea pig: minimum enclosure size for 2 Guinea Pigs is 7.55 square feet (length x width of your enclosure) and 10.50 square feet for 3 Guinea Pigs. A “C&C” cage or a Midwest GP Habitat are the recommended style of enclosure.
Sex: Male
Age: Approximately 7 months
Location: Etobicoke
What is their background story?:
Lester (white and reddish brown) and Farley (white and orange) were rescued, along with two female guinea pigs (Roberta and Beatrice). They had been living in a home where they experienced severe neglect. All four were very underweight and likely would not have survived if not rescued. Lester in particular was extremely thin and had patches of hair missing, likely due to malnutrition. Despite their difficult start, all four pigs are thriving!
What is their favourite activity?:
Lester and Farley are party animals! These social butterflies love nothing more than to interact with each other and their humans. They will sing loudly and dance (wheek and popcorn) when you come in the room… especially if you have food! They have an open door policy and are always up for company. Although they are still getting used to touch, they will happily climb onto you when you sit or lay down with them.
What is their favourite food?:
Everything!!! But if they had to choose… probably banana. They are like teenage boys that just came home from school. When they hear you coming with their greens, they break out into the loudest wheeking their foster mom has ever heard! They just cannot contain their excitement.
What is their best trait?:
Their zest for life! These boys cannot be happier that they have a second chance at life and are not afraid to show it. It’s hard not to laugh and smile around these two. They are truly the life of the party!
Adoption Fees and Apply to Adopt: https://www.allcreaturesrescue.ca/apply-to-adopt
Status: Ready for adoption
Arrived: September 2025
Species and Minimum Ethical Enclosure Requirement: Guinea pig: minimum enclosure size for 2 Guinea Pigs is 7.55 square feet (length x width of your enclosure) and 10.50 square feet for 3 Guinea Pigs. A “C&C” cage or a Midwest GP Habitat are the recommended style of enclosure.
Sex: Both male
Age: Sunny is approximately 10 months and Reese is approximately 6 months.
Location: Mimico (South Etobicoke)
What is their background story?:
Sunny and Reese are two gentle, shy, and sensitive boys who came into care individually. When introduced, they immediately clung to each other for comfort. They have helped each other heal from what was a very difficult start to both of their lives.
An individual took Sunny in after his first family posted an online ad threatening cruelty if he was not re-homed. At that time he was bonded to another male guinea pig who the individual also took in. Sadly, the other guinea pig passed away before coming to the ACR. The individual requested the help of ACR and Sunny came into foster care. Sunny was absolutely frozen in fear. It was also evident that he was depressed and grieving the loss of his friend as he hardly moved. ARC made it a priority to find him a new friend as soon as possible.
Shortly after Sunny came into care, Reese was found alone in a bush after he was abandoned by his first family. It took a few days and several patient, kind, and caring people to rescue Reese as he was so scared.
The moment Sunny was introduced to Reese, he perked up! Reese even did a few popcorns minutes after meeting Sunny. It was clear they needed each other. Sunny and Reese are helping each other build confidence. They are incredibly gentle and can be held; however, it will take some time for them to feel comfortable with human contact. They both hide the moment they hear anyone and will still only eat after their foster mom has left the room. These sweet boys will need a lot of time and patience from someone who is willing to build their trust over time.
What is their favourite activity?:
Sunny and Reese LOVE food! Despite still being fearful, they have started to sing quietly when they hear their foster mom make any sounds that suggest a meal or snack might be coming.
What is their favourite food?:
Sunny and Reese both love all veggies and fruit. They have been introduced to several different types and have never left any behind after a meal. Not once! They also LOVE their hay and pellets!
What is their best trait?:
They are both incredibly sweet and gentle. As they build confidence and trust, they will likely very much enjoy human contact.
Final thoughts:
Sunny and Reese will need a quiet, stress free home with adopters who are patient and gentle. It will take time for them to enjoy being pet and picked up. Taking things slow with these sensitive boys is the key. Older children and adults would be best recommended.
Adoption Fees and Apply to Adopt: https://www.allcreaturesrescue.ca/apply-to-adopt
