Small animal enrichment brand HayPigs! has launched the world’s first premium bottled water for guinea pigs.
Aqua Wheeker is a natural spring water, sourced and bottled in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Renowned for its incredible purity, and rich mineral content, it is said that the local Peruvian population, including the native guinea pigs, have for generations thrived due to the health benefits from drinking it.
Available in a 320ml and 600ml glass bottle, Aqua Wheeker is compatible with most pet bottle spouts.
HayPigs! co-founder Helen Cridland said: “It is clear that demand for premium bottled water is on the up, with consumers increasingly choosing to buy water that is free from contaminants and enriched with minerals, rather than risking taking it from the tap. Given this trend, it clearly makes sense that we’d want the same for our pets! Water is an essential part of any small animals’ diet, and it is important that this water is kept clean and fresh for our little ones. With Aqua Wheeker, water is life!”
Co-founder Rik Cridland added: “We’ve been trialing this water with our own guinea pigs for months now and they have certainly got a spring in their step! We had one lazy piggy that would spend most of her days sat with her head in the hay hopper. Since drinking Aqua Wheeker™ she’s been like a new sow, zooming about her cage and doing laps of the outdoor run!
“Hydration is clearly super important for guinea pigs, so whatever source you choose, make sure to always offer plenty of fresh drinking water with your feeding hay. Your piggies will love you for it!”
The water is available to order from April 1.
