Heather Arthurs

Heather Arthurs, American guinea pigs, Cumming, Iowa, Warren County near Des Moines. Heather Arthurs has spent several years raising American guinea pigs, building a breeding program that values genetic diversity and sound structure. Her breeding adults are selected from carefully chosen bloodlines to support healthy traits and vitality. She follows breed-specific health guidelines, routinely screens for common conditions and arranges regular veterinary check-ups at every life stage.

Piglets grow up in climate-controlled indoor pens with soft bedding, access to supervised outdoor runs and daily enrichment that encourages gentle socialization. At her Blue Hearth Homestead, occasional glimpses on Instagram capture piglets nibbling fresh greens from the homestead garden. Many families find the calm temperament of her litters well suited to children and comment on Heather’s patient support as the piglets settle into new homes. Heather offers detailed guidance on diet, habitat setup and ongoing care to help every household provide a supportive environment for their new pet.