Trouble with my guinea pig :( ?
calm down, my guinea pig did this when i first got him too, he sat in the corner and wouldnt really eat or drink infront of me, but i would put like a blanket over one side of the cage and he could come out and eat, give him a hiding spot like a pigaloo, and put some food in there like cucumber, parsley something like that, hes just scared at the moment, also, sitting in corners is a sign of depression, so id get him a friend it always makes them more comfortable he will also adapt to his enviroment alot quicker being with a friend.. i hope this helps also, get a water dish they use them more than the water bottles, get him a blanket to burrow under lots of hiding spots and dont disturb him for today
Guinea pig is having trouble pooping...?
My female guinea is almost 3 years old. I have noticed her cage stinking WAY more than usual and her poop is very large compared to what it used to be. Everytime she tries to go she squeals in pain...I don't know what's wrong or how to help her. Any ideas? I can't take her to the vet because I'm in school til 3 and my parents don't get home until really late...I'm trying. Please help...she seems to be in pain...:(
Help! Sick guinea pig!?
Well, the problem is you've been feeding him cabbage, broccoli, and beet leaves every day!!! This is very bad... cabbage and broccoli cause major gas and bloating if fed everyday, and it's not enough nutrients for them. They need leafy greens like romaine lettuce, endive, and veggies like bell peppers, carrots, parsley, and cilantro. Beet leaves are toxic for guinea pigs. Here is how to help him: When treating a poisoned guinea pig, keep in mind they cannot vomit. The toxins must be...flushed out the other end. First things first, if your guinea pig consumes a dangerous plant, always call your vet. If you can't reach a vet, do not panic. Emergency first aid can be performed. 1. Crush an activated charcoal tablet or open a capsule and mix with just a little water. 2. Using a syringe, insert the solution into the guinea pig's mouth. Use a small syringe. The charcoal you just inserted into the mouth will help bind together the contents of the stomach and prevents your pet from absorbing it. It will not absorb into the bloodstream; instead, it stays in the stomach until being passed. 3. To speed this process, feed a small amount of olive oil. A soft stool may be passed with the coming hours. 4. Keep an eye on your guinea pig and never stop trying the vet if it gets worse. Encourage your guinea pig to eat, but do not force him. Make sure you keep the charcoal and syringe in a first aid kit in case you have another emergency. Please stop feeding him those vegetables you're feeding, cabbage and broccoli make guinea pigs gassy and bloating. Beet leaves are toxic for guinea pigs.
My guinea pig is constipated, please help asap?
Male guinea pigs sadly have a problem with weakness in the muscles that push out their poo. Feel gently with your finger tips and see if you can feel a lump around his bum, if so you are going to have to gently push it out for him. I doubt it had any thing to do with the carrots although they are not good for him to have more than either one baby carrot or an inch or a regular carrot a day due to the sugar in them. The blockage may be the size of a ping pong ball, they get quite large and once they start to happen you will have to help him on a regular biases.Guinea pigs have two kinds of poos one that is what they eliminate their waste and the other is make to eat and reset their digestive systems and it is softer, this is what causes the problems in the males. The best of luck to you and you guy and many happy days ahead.
My guinea pig has a hard lump in the middle of her head, but it doesn’t seem to bother her and she doesn’t mind me touching it. Does anyone know what this is? Is it something to be concerned about?
A lot of people compare lumps on pigs to lumps on humans and you can’t really do that accurately because of our makeup vs theirs… what kills or hurts a small animal may or may not be or appear to be as dire in a large human… so .. that said,Here is the simplest I can put it:Lumps on a guinea pig’s body can be caused by a number of different problems, including an abscess, tumor, cyst or fatty lipomas.Abscesses are bacterial infections usually resulting from a wound or injury. Abscesses are round and often have a thick discharge. Tumors can be benign or cancerous, and cysts are often sebaceous and located just below the skin. Fatty lipomas are usually benign (which just means harmless) and consist of fat that has been deposited under the skin.It’s difficult to prevent a guinea pig from developing any of these types of lumps, although early detection is important to treatment. This is why you should make contact with and examine your guinea pig every day, and take him to a veterinarian immediately for a diagnosis if you find a lump on his body.If it isn’t bothering him/her then it may just be a lipoma… but if it isn’t getting better on it’s own, the piggy seems to have behavioral changes that are progressing and started after the lump formed.. I would strongly suggest you take that lil baby to the vet asap and get them checked for anything life threatening… it may be a bill but it’s worth your peace of mind and their health to be sure about what’s happening. :) Hope this helps!
Tiny black flies in Guinea Pig Cage?!?
We've been having this problem forever now! They are so hard to get rid of. We don't give the piggys fruit they can't finish and we clean the cages 2-3 times a week. No matter what they always come back. They're tiny black flies with see thru wings. They look like gnats almost. How the hell can I get rid of them?! we've tried different beddings, sticky fly traps..nothing.
I think my guinea pig is having trouble pooping. Can I give him something to help?
perhaps he has a impaction, this is more comman in older boars though, so it may be that. hes probably avoiding the hay so he can loosen his stools, so give him lots of wet vegetables, like parsley and cucumber, bell peppers, avoid carrot as this will harden his stools, if its a impaction you can help him yourself, by squeezing the area around his anus, a bit gross i know, so perhaps get a vet too check him out and if it is in fact a impaction, the vet will help the guinea pig pass it through this time, but since they are "reoccurring" you will have to help your guinea pig poo! but hopefully that's not the case, id take him to the vet as soon as possible as it would be hurting him. do NOT overfeed him spinach, spinach can lead to kidney stones, (or something of that nature) guinea pigs can only have spinach on the rare occasion, so dont do what the other user said about spianch its not good for him.
How can I tell if my guinea pig’s leg is broken?
Your main clue #1 is background info: did your cavy get dropped or did something else happen which might have caused a broken leg? Does she have Satin type coat, which is connected to brittle bones?Your main clue #2 is her movement. If she’s climbing and jumping differently or way less than normally, something is wrong: she might be feeling ill, or she might be injured in some way.Does she have a limp? Is she reluctant to move even when her favourite treats are available?The most definitive answer you can get without a vet’s consultation is examining your cavy. Take her into your lap and be prepared to hold her securely but gently. Go through her feet and legs very very gently. If she’s injured, she’ll almost certainly vocalise in some of the following ways:short purrs or quiet repeated peeps, either short or drawn-out: concernedsharp single peep: alarmedteeth rattling: will bite if given the chancesqueal/screech: PAINBone fractures are usually accompanied by swelling, so compare the legs to each other. If your cavy reacts strongly to handling certain legs, take her to the vet ASAP!
What are the causes of sudden death on guinea pigs?
Sudden death in a guinea pig can be unexpected and devastating. If you are uncertain, while you might speculate the cause, the best way to know for sure why your pet died is to have a vet do a necropsy. If it isn't too late, you need to refrigerate (not freeze) the body and get it to a reputable exotic vet ASAP. The cost usually runs between $200-$300, depending on your vet and which lab is used.One sudden cause of death could be related to your pet’s diet. Guinea pigs need to be fed not only high-quality hay and pellets (preferably Oxbow brand), but also a fresh source of vitamin C and some additional vegetables. A guinea pig’s health can go downhill in a hurry, particularly very young ones, who don't get proper nutrition.If a pig stops eating, his/her health will also decline rapidly. The moment you notice your pet not eating, you need to see the vet and feed pellet smoothies or Critical Care. Guinea pigs can't go without food in their stomachs -- their guts stop moving, and/or develop bloat or excessive gas in the intestines, either of which can be fatal.Many rodents have been ill from the time they are purchased from the pet store. Pet store pigs are raised in horrible conditions. The sows are often continually pregnant, so each new litter is less healthy, and when the sow is of no use, it may be put to sleep. Inbreeding with fathers/brothers/uncles often happens, and the pig’s immune systems becomes compromised. Pet store breeders often keep the animals in crowded, unsanitary conditions, often leading to the animals getting parasites. While your pig may look healthy, they are good at hiding any medical problems going on.Possibly, if your pig came from the pet store recently s/he may have had a parasite or some other illness affecting him that you couldn't see. After one pet store pig’s sudden death it was found that his surviving cage mate was diagnosed with coccidia. Another cause of sudden death is overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria in the gut which release toxins which are rapidly fatal.Heart attacks can be a cause of sudden death. Guinea pigs can get scared very easily. Be careful of keeping your animals around a dog barking.Finally, a common cause of sudden death in guinea pigs is a sudden drop in temperature in the room. Cavies cannot stand temperatures too high or too low.
What does it mean when your pregnant guinea pig starts bleeding?
Get her to a vet. She could be giving birth, or she could be miscarrying. It is possible there is trouble with the placenta for one of the babies (usually more than one baby in a piggy pregnancy), so get her to an exotics vet quickly so you don't lose the mum or the babies. The mother should be able to give birth within 30 minutes, so you should ring the vet now - you can always cancel an appointment if everything is OK, but if it is an emergency you want to get her there as soon as possible. If she hasn't had them by now, she is having trouble, so don't let her die from exhaustion (if there is a single large pup that could be another cause of the problem).