Independent New Zealand Cavy Clubs

For Pedigree & PetGuinea Pigs

50-Year-Old Cavy Fancy

New Zealand's first cavy club is the New Zealand Cavy Club formed in January 1976 in Wellington and is still going strong today as an Independent Cavy Club. It was also the same time our two original New Zealand unique pedigree breeds were created to help get the New Zealand cavy fancy started.

Independent Cavy Clubs hold pedigree shows under the rules and standards of the New Zealand Cavy Judges Association, which was formed when purebred cavies were first imported from England into New Zealand by Jack Whitworth in 1976. The New Zealand Cavy Judges Association judges have been officiating in New Zealand cavy shows ever since.

New Zealand-created pedigree breeds have the full support from Independent Cavy Clubs, who are the only cavy clubs that supports them and the exhibitors who wish to breed and show them. We believe it is important our New Zealand breeds have equal status, rights and opportunities for exhibition with imported pedigree breeds at cavy shows in New Zealand.

Exhibiting guinea pigs is a rewarding, challenging and fun hobby and is great for people of all ages. Make new friends with other guinea pig enthusiasts. Showing your guinea pigs is a lovely way to bond with them, keep a closer eye on their health and hopefully win some titles, championship points, ribbons and prizes together.

Please find your nearest Independent Cavy Club below and visit a show. There are many pedigree and pet shows happening throughout the year and new members and visitors are always welcome.

NEW ZEALAND CAVY CLUB AND TARANKI CAVY GROUP

New Zealand Cavy Club is one of the Independent Cavy Clubs in New Zealand. It is for people who breed and show cavies (guinea pigs). The Club holds shows under the auspices and rules of the New Zealand Cavy Judges Association (NZCJA).

The Club puts on five shows a year. These shows are combined with the Taranaki Cavy Group (TGC). If you are a member, you can show your pedigree cavies, or your pet guinea pigs at a New Zealand Cavy Club show.

Venues between Hillsborough Hall, Egmont Road, New Plymouth and Oroua Downs Hall, Himatangi. Both clubs hold a show at the same venue. So double shows. Annual Membership fee: $10 Single; $15 Family; $5 Junior (under 16 years)

NEW ZEALAND UNIQUE AND RARE GUINEA PIGS

New Zealand Unique and Rare Guinea Pigs is an Independent Cavy Club for the preservation and exhibition of New Zealand's Iconic pedigree guinea pig (cavy) breeds.

We use the word 'unique' to describe pedigree guinea pig breeds that were created in New Zealand-by-New Zealand cavy judges and achieved full show standards by the New Zealand Cavy Judges Association, which was formed in 1976 and have been officiating in New Zealand cavy shows ever since.

The New Zealand unique and rare breeds are New Zealand Plume, Tweed, Panda, New Zealand Peruvian and formerly Bonnet. They are a significant part of New Zealand's guinea pig fancy's history and achievements, which should be protected and celebrated. Additionally, our cavy club supports imported rare breeds when needed, like the Dark Eyed White.

NORTH CANTERBURY CAVY CLUB

North Canterbury Guinea Pigs is an independent Club based in North Canterbury, New Zealand.

We hold regular shows under the rules and standards of the NZ Cavy Judges Association. We hold pet and pedigree main shows throughout the year, as well as other social events for members. Our motto is "if it isn't fun, we don't do it", so our events are all about friendliness and enjoying our guinea pigs.

Phone Jenny on 021 1475 245 or email us at northcanterburyguineapigs@gmail.com Our show venue is the Scout Hall, Woodend. Annual Membership fee: $10 Adult, $20 Family, $5 Kids

HAMILTON AND WAIKATO AREA GUINEA PIG CLUB

A new Independent Cavy Club for Pedigree and Pet Guinea Pigs. We hold regular shows at Puketaha Hall, Puketaha Road, Puketaha.

Join our Facebook Group for more information or alternatively email us at: hamiltonwaikatogpclub@gmail.com

CAPITAL CAVY CLUB

Capital Cavy Club is joined with the Independent Cavy Clubs of New Zealand. Here at Capital Cavy Club, we strive on being a friendly, caring and educational club. We have members from all different backgrounds and ages, as we offer anyone with an interest in Guinea Pigs to come along to our show days and meet the club members!

These show days are great for learning more, asking experienced breeders and owners about cavies, engaging with judges who are extremely knowledgeable and are eager to help. By coming along to a show, it will open your eyes to a world you may have never considered yourself interested in, as well as meeting some amazing people.