Mana Cavy/Guinea Pig Rescue

26/08/2026

🐹 Ten girls, two regions and one very full rescue! 💕

Last week, we drove from Wellington to Auckland to collect six beautiful bonded sows and bring them safely into the care of Mana Cavy Rescue.

Meet Nova, Tinkerbell, Emily, Peppa, Molly and Luna. Their beloved herd mate Roxy, pictured on the far right, sadly passed away before they came to us, so it was especially important that the remaining six could stay together.

We also welcomed another four rescue sows from the Wairarapa, bringing our total to ten new arrivals in just one week!

All ten girls are now safely settled in with plenty of hay, fresh vegetables, warm beds and lots of love while we get to know them.

It was a big week, a very long drive and a lot of extra mouths to feed, but knowing these beautiful girls are safe makes every kilometre worthwhile. Welcome to the Mana family, little ladies! 🏡🐹💕

08/08/2026

Cheese and Crackers are a sweet bonded boar pair currently available for adoption from Kapiti. These handsome boys make a gorgeous duo, with one sleek ginger coat and one soft white coat, and they’re looking for a home where they can stay together and continue enjoying life side by side.

Like many bonded pairs, they bring out the best in each other. They enjoy having a companion close by for exploring, relaxing, snack time and all the little day-to-day moments that make guinea pig friendships so special. Their bond is an important part of their wellbeing, so Cheese and Crackers must be adopted together.

They’re looking for a caring home with plenty of space, unlimited hay, fresh vegetables, cosy hideys and a family who will enjoy getting to know their individual personalities. Bonded boys can make wonderful companions, and it’s such a joy watching them interact, chat and keep each other company.

Before adoption, all of our guinea pigs are treated for parasites, groomed, health-checked and socialised. We also provide ongoing support and advice to help them settle happily into their new home.

💚 Adoption fee: $50 for the bonded pair
📍 Located in Kapiti
🏡 Must be adopted together

If you think Cheese and Crackers might be the right match for your home, send us a message or visit https://manacavyrescue.weebly.com/ to start an adoption enquiry.

05/08/2026

🐹 Meet Benji and Buddy — two bonded boys searching for their forever home! 💚

Benji is the confident, curious one of the pair. He loves exploring, investigating new things and making sure he knows exactly what’s happening around him - especially when food is involved!

Buddy is laid-back, friendly and easy-going. He has a lovely gentle nature and enjoys spending time with both his people and his best mate, Benji.

Together, they balance each other beautifully. They enjoy sharing meals, exploring their space and relaxing with a trusted friend close by. Their bond is very special, so Benji and Buddy must be adopted together.

They’re looking for a caring home with plenty of room, unlimited hay, fresh vegetables, cosy hiding places and a family who will enjoy getting to know their individual personalities.

💚 Adoption fee: $50 for the bonded pair
📍 Located in Upper Hutt
🏡 Must be adopted together

Before adoption, our guinea pigs are treated for parasites, groomed, health-checked and socialised. We’ll also provide ongoing advice and support as they settle into their new home.

Send us a message or visit https://manacavyrescue.weebly.com/ to start an adoption enquiry.

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18/07/2026

💔 Yesterday, these two beautiful girls were incredibly lucky.

A kind member of the public contacted us after finding them abandoned in a soiled cardboard box beside a rubbish bin at a preschool in the Hutt Valley.

They had no hay, no water, and only a single piece of capsicum left with them. Thankfully, we were able to collect them in under 30 minutes, get them to safety, provide them with fresh grass and unlimited hay, and help them settle into a warm, secure environment.

No guinea pig deserves to be left like this.
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If you can no longer care for your guinea pigs, please contact us. We will take them in with no judgement and no questions asked. Our priority is making sure they are safe, healthy, and given the care they deserve.

Life happens, and circumstances can change. We'd much rather help you rehome your guinea pigs than have them abandoned and left frightened, hungry, and vulnerable.

A huge thank you to the wonderful member of the public who stopped, cared enough to make the call, and helped give these girls a second chance.
Please, if you're struggling or can no longer keep your guinea pigs, reach out to us. There is always a better option than dumping them. We're here to help. 🐹💚

17/07/2026

Meet Crackers & Cheese
Cheeky boar pair ready for adoption.
Cheese loves all the attention and will be the first to let you know its time for food. Crackers is a younger and slightly more reserved. They are best friends and must go to a new home together.
Adoption Apointments Avaliable
Location: Paraparaumu

17/07/2026

Sow Pair
Very shy girls who prefer to be in a herd and only just tolerate being handled. They are approximately 8 months old.
We are looking for a experienced guinea pig gauradian for these special girls. Adoption Apointments Avaliable.
Location Paraparaumu

15/07/2026

Special Adoption

Meet Shadow & Yum Yum
Shadow is blind in one eye. We are looking for a special human who will see beyond his injury and give him and his buddy the best home.
Shadow will need a one level enclosure with no ramps. He has been seen by the vet and no medical intervention is required at this time.
Applications open to adopt Shadow & Yum Yum
Location Kapiti

08/07/2026

Update this gentle pair have gone to their new home today. ❤️

Twilight Adoption
Senior guinea pig boar pair looking for a comfortable retirement. Very sweet temperaments.
Location Whitby

06/07/2026

✂️ Long-haired guinea pigs need regular trims.

Severe matting isn’t just messy, it can pull tightly on the skin and cause pain, discomfort, sores and restricted movement. We’ve had multiple long-haired cavies come into rescue matted right down to the skin, and it is incredibly uncomfortable for them.

A little regular maintenance can make a huge difference. Check long-haired guinea pigs weekly, especially around the bum, belly, legs and behind the ears, and trim the coat before tangles become tight mats.

If a mat is tight against the skin, please don’t pull at it or cut blindly underneath it - guinea pig skin is delicate and can be very easy to catch with scissors. If you’re unsure, ask for help. 💗

If you know someone with guinea pigs that are badly matted, please reach out to us. We’re happy to offer our time to clip them so they are no longer in pain. This is a judgment-free space - our priority is simply helping the guinea pig feel comfortable again. 🐹

A little and often helps keep long-haired cavies comfortable and mat-free.

03/07/2026

🐹💚 We're so excited to share that Mana Cavy/Guinea Pig Rescue has been selected as one of the five finalists in the very first Creature Comforts NZ Community Charity Programme!

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who nominated us. As a small, volunteer-run rescue, your support means the world and helps us continue rescuing, rehabilitating, educating, and finding loving homes for guinea pigs across our community.

Want to support us?
❤️ Please head to the original Creature Comforts NZ voting post.
❤️ Find the Mana Cavy/Guinea Pig Rescue comment.
❤️ React to our comment with a Love ❤️ reaction to cast your vote.

🗓️ Voting closes at 8:00pm on Thursday 9 July.

Every vote helps, and we'd be so grateful if you could also share the post with your friends and family.

A huge thank you to Creature Comforts NZ for recognising the work of local animal charities, and congratulations to the other fantastic finalists. Good luck everyone! 🧡

🐾 Voting is now CLOSED! 🐾

A huge thank you to everyone who nominated their favourite Wellington animal charity. We're excited to announce our five finalists:

🧡 Ellie's Canine Rescue & Rehome
🧡 Mana Cavy/Guinea Pig Rescue
🧡 Kitty Kingdom Wellington - Cat Sanctuary
🧡 Chance 4 Change
🧡 HUHANZ

How to vote:

🐾 Voting takes place on our page only.

🐾 Simply find your favourite charity in the comments below on our Facebook Post.

❤️ React to that charity's comment with a Love ❤️ reaction to cast your vote.

🐾 One vote per person, please.

🗓️ Voting closes at 8:00pm on Thursday, 9th July, with the charity receiving the most ❤️ Love reactions becoming the first recipient of a donation through the Creature Comforts NZ Community Charity Programme.

Thank you for helping us support the incredible organisations caring for animals throughout Wellington. We can't wait to see who our community chooses! 🧡🐾

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