Piggy Perch

Piggy Perch (PERCH)

4.63 stars, based on 4 reviews
Piggy Perch Please note: If you're using the Piggy Perch in a Midwest cage, it will fit unless you've installed a Midwest Mezzanine in the cage as well. If your cage has a 12" back wall, you may need to make a cut-through in order to access the...
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New Hampshire

Fun for both shy and outgoing piggies!

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  • Great for all ages and personalities
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  • Containing messes
I’ve used this in three different setups. One at the end of the cage, using just one ramp for a piggy who had to see everything, both of the other times it’s helped shy piggies see without being seen. Two caveats. Poop will fall off the side, there isn’t any coroplast on the top edge, but it’s not the end of the world. Second, this works best in a XL/Jumbo cage or a L cage that is one level, in my experience.

Modification for timid piggy

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  • Entertaining
  • enrichment
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I thought this looked perfect for my older, arthritic piggies. The lower ramps gave me less concern for my 7-year old who doesn't know he has arthritis. However, he was really scared of the open ledge and wouldn't do more than test out the ramp for a few steps. I used zip ties to attach the decorative dome grid to the base of the ramp and the top cover, making a little arched side rail. He LOVES it now! It's where he zooms when he gets a cookie. His girlfriend (they are both spayed/neutered) tends not to go up there, so it's his "base." They both love the dark hiding spot underneath the perch for sleeping, and I've put a heating pad under their fleece in that area, making it their favorite spot in the whole cage.



My C&C was already put together with zip ties instead of the plastic connectors, so the perch is a little bit wobbly, even after having secured it with a ton of ties. I'm really glad to have the extra support/security of the dome grid to prevent an accident off the ledge.

Perfect upgrade for a plain cage!

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My girls love the perch, and burrowing under it! the installation took a few tries, but once it was in it looked nice. It feels very sturdy and secure. I do think I might purchase a dome grid to keep the fleece from slipping off, but other than that I would highly reccomend.

Will not fit with Mezzanine in Midwest Cage

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Being new to guinea pigs I wanted to give my piggy everything. Bought all the enhancements for the midwest cage including the piggy perch. The perch will not fit in the cage if you buy the mezzanine - not enough room. I am just going to save it for future expansions to the cage but think it would be helpful to note that you can not have both mezzanine and perch.



FROM Guinea Pig Cages Store: You're absolutely right! Thank you for pointing this out. We will correct the description and add that the Piggy Perch is too tight of a fit to use with the Mezzanine in the Midwest cage. :)


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