About Us

Our aims

To promote and advance education of the public in the care and ownership of guinea pigs kept as pets in Great Britain and Northern Ireland with a view to advancing health and welfare standards.
To further advance the knowledge of guinea pig medicine amongst the UK veterinary profession.
We support and share ethical, non-invasive research to improve guinea pig health and welfare.

Our mission

To advance the health and welfare of all guinea pigs in Great Britain and Northern Ireland through education and ethical research.

Our vision

To be the recognised experts in making a positive difference to the wellbeing of all guinea pigs in the UK.

Meet our board

Our trustees come from diverse professional backgrounds, but are united by a deep commitment to small animal welfare.
Rae Walters

Rae Walters

Secretary
John Chitty

John Chitty

BVetMed CertZooMed MRCVS
Chair
Mary Coles

Mary Coles

BSc (Hons)
Communications
Ellie Parkes

Ellie Parkes

BSc (Hons) MSc
Treasurer

Meet our patrons

Our patrons bring a wealth of experience from varied backgrounds, all united by a shared dedication to small animal welfare.
Dr Sean Wensley

Dr Sean Wensley

Patron

Meet our partners

Our partners represent a wide range of organisations and expertise, all united by a shared commitment to improving guinea pig welfare.
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