Gear

From G-Cam

As you can see, the pigs are utterly terrified of it.

We've bought, repurposed, and invented several pig herding tools over the years.

The Pig Stick: Guinea pigs instinctively know how "far" is just "far enough" so all you can grab is air. I use a ski glove attached to a dowel to gently herd them towards me if they scamper out of reach. As they get older, such a device becomes unnecessary - if they are accustomed to being handled. If you make the experience pleasant, that won't be much of a problem.

The tub. It's actually a litter pan.

The hose kit for the Pigcuzzi.

The Pigcuzzi: Like a jacuzzi - but for guinea pigs.

You can order the Super Pet Hi-Corner Ferret Litter Pan from Dr's Foster & Smith. (item number) FER-438223 (size) 20" x 14" x 9"H - Large (price) $7.59 Python No Spill Clean and Fill is available at most aquarium stores and online at Amazon.com (We ended up actually needing the brass adapter for our sink - so you might be better off ordering it along with the hose kit just in case.) You'll also need a tub style sink with an easily removed threaded head for this kind of hose set up. The reason I use this type of device is that the water doesn't spray out in every direction (like conventional "shower" style heads do.) The flow is a steady stream of gently flowing water - which is perfect for washing pigs with.

I know of hose adapters for bath tubs, so that's an option if you don't have a utility sink. Just put your Pigcuzzi inside the tub and voila. Slip-On Portable Shower by Holmz Selfix on Amazon.com I've never used it, so your mileage may vary on that one.