Guinea Pig Appreciation Day 2024. Consider taking the plunge and getting a cute little guinea pig or two, which also make great first pets for teaching children responsibility. During the 16th century, guinea pigs were imported to europe and earned the reputation of exotic pets.

Consider taking the plunge and getting a cute little guinea pig or two, which also make great first pets for teaching children responsibility. July 16 is a special date set aside each year in the u.s.