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Ilya

Young
Male
Medium

guinea pig
Abyssinian

About Ilya

Vancouver, BC

Species & Breed

guinea pig

Abyssinian

Physical Traits

Young

Male

Medium

Coat: Long

White

Behavior

House-trained: No

Ilya’s Compatibility

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Ilya's Story

About Shane & Ilya Shane and Ilya are a bonded pair of male guinea pigs with gentle, thoughtful personalities. Guinea pigs are social, curious animals known for their expressive sounds, love of routine, and enjoyment of fresh foods. They thrive in calm, predictable homes where they can feel safe and build trust with their people. Shane and Ilya are a bit on the shy side at first, which is very common for guinea pigs. With time, patience, and consistency, they begin to open up—especially when veggies and fresh hay are involved! During their time with us, they’ve shown sweet, quiet curiosity and a strong bond with each other. While we don’t have full details about their past, they’ve done well together and clearly take comfort in being a pair. Handling & Support Shane and Ilya will benefit from gentle, calm handling and moving at their pace. Guinea pigs are prey animals, so they can be cautious about being picked up. Using low-stress handling—such as supporting their bodies fully, speaking softly, and offering favorite treats—helps build confidence and trust over time. They’ll do best with family members who understand that bonding takes patience and that letting them come to you is key. Consistent routines, rewards like fresh veggies, and respectful interaction will help them feel secure in their new home. Ideal Home Shane and Ilya would do best in a quiet, loving home where they can remain together. They require a large enclosure with plenty of space to explore, as well as enrichment such as hideaways, tunnels, chew toys, and regular floor time. Unlimited hay, daily fresh vegetables, and clean bedding are essential to keeping them happy and healthy. With the right setup, gentle care, and time to settle in, Shane and Ilya will prove that even the most intense beginnings can lead to a winning partnership. All they need now is a forever home ready to welcome them to the team. If you're interested in adopting Shane and Ilya, please enquire via this website, or email us directly at: animal.shelter@vancouver.ca

About Shane & Ilya
Shane and Ilya are a bonded pair of male guinea pigs with gentle, thoughtful personalities. Guinea pigs are social, curious animals known for their expressive sounds, love of routine, and enjoyment of fresh foods. They thrive in calm, predictable homes where they can feel safe and build trust with their people.
Shane and Ilya are a bit on the shy side at first, which is very common for guinea pigs. With time, patience, and consistency, they begin to open up—especially when veggies and fresh hay are involved! During their time with us, they’ve shown sweet, quiet curiosity and a strong bond with each other. While we don’t have full details about their past, they’ve done well together and clearly take comfort in being a pair.

Handling & Support
Shane and Ilya will benefit from gentle, calm handling and moving at their pace. Guinea pigs are prey animals, so they can be cautious about being picked up. Using low-stress handling—such as supporting their bodies fully, speaking softly, and offe

How To Adopt

Ilya was listed as Adoptable by City of Vancouver Animal Services

How can I adopt Ilya?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with City of Vancouver Animal Services. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

When can I meet Ilya?

If you've submitted an inquiry, City of Vancouver Animal Services will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Ilya, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to City of Vancouver Animal Services, and they'll be happy to help!

City of Vancouver Animal Services's Adoption Policy

Please note, in order to create a calm environment for our adoptable animals, we use appointment system for viewings. This ensures that the animals are not stressed out by having too many visitors, and that our potential adopters are well-served by our Animal Care Attendants. How to Adopt a Pet: Step 1 - View the pets available online and fill in an adoption application form (see link below). Step 2 - Email the application form to: animal.shelter@vancouver.ca Step 3 - If you're a match, we will email you to arrange a viewing appointment. If you're coming to view a dog, please note the following: You will be able to take it for a walk at the viewing appointment. When you visit, please bring everyone who lives in the home, including children. If you already own a dog, you'll need to bring them too. Please let our staff know if advance if you have another dog, as we will need to be adequately prepared for a dog meet-up.

Our Mission

Our pro-adoption shelter places 200 to 300 dogs and small animals every year with families and homes that best meet the needs of the animals. We have dogs of all ages, from newborn puppies to senior dogs. While puppies are popular, older dogs can be great pets, too. They are smart and grateful companions that won't leave y...