What can you do for a sick guinea pig?

What can you do for a sick guinea pig?

Sick guinea pigs may require hospitalization and supportive care, including intravenous fluids and syringe feeding, as well as surgery to remove the stones. Regular, annual veterinary check-ups can help detect problems, such as urinary tract stones, in guinea pigs before they develop into life-threatening emergencies.

How do I know if my guinea pig has a respiratory infection?

Upper Respiratory Infection/Pneumonia Symptoms include labored and/or rapid breathing, discharge from the eyes and nostrils, lethargy, inappetance, sneezing, and coughing. Upper respiratory infections are commonly seen in newly acquired guinea pigs.

Why guinea pig died suddenly?

Respiratory illnesses, especially pneumonia, strike guinea pigs hard. Adenovirus, an illness that doesn’t always directly cause death, can lead to pneumonia as the guinea pig’s immune system weakens. Guinea pigs also can suffer a stroke or heart attack at any age, often for no apparent reason.

Do guinea pigs get sick easily?

Guinea pigs are sensitive to cold air drafts and can easily develop an upper respiratory infection—or worse, pneumonia. 1 They can even get Bordetella bronchiseptica from your dog, cat, or pet rabbit.

How can I tell if my guinea pig is dehydrated?

Your guinea pig may be dehydrated if you see any of these problems: thick sticky saliva, crusty eyes, poor appetite, small amounts of dark colored urine, or hard dry fecal pellets. In order to correct dehydration, extra water must be given to your guinea pig.

Why is my guinea pig sleeping more than usual?

Just like the rest of us, guinea pigs need their sleep, but sometimes too much sleep could be a sign of a more serious health issue. If your piggy is spending more time napping than usual, isn’t interested in food and seems to be ‘sulking’, we recommend a visit to the vet.

What noise does a guinea pig make when in pain?

Shrieking

Why does my guinea pig vibrate when I pet it?

If you’re petting your guinea pig and feel her body vibrating, it often means that her mind is at ease and that she’s in a jovial, pleasant mood. When guinea pigs are joyful, they sometimes produce high tweeting sounds, too.

What does a happy guinea pig sound like?

Guinea pigs that feel contented and comfortable will make a deep purring sound, accompanied by a relaxed, calm posture. However, if the purr is higher pitched, especially towards the end of the purr, this is more likely a sound of annoyance.

Why is my guinea pig chattering for no reason?

When a guinea pig starts chattering their teeth, it usually means that they are angry or annoyed. They’ll often do it when meeting a new guinea pig. The chattering notifies other guinea pigs to respect their territory and stay at a distance. Chattering can be a precursor to two guinea pigs fighting.

How do guinea pigs show affection to humans?

Even though most people would consider licking to be the animal equivalent of kissing, guinea pigs actually give kisses a lot like a human! It’s not quite nibbling, because they don’t use their teeth. Instead, they gently and repeatedly nip you with their lips for just a moment.

How do you entertain a single guinea pig?

Here’s what you need to do:

1. Create paper bags that your guinea pig can hide in.
2. Crumple up a paper into a ball and let the guinea play when it gets out of the cage.
3. Use an old sock stuffed with clean animal bedding material.
4. Tennis and ping pong balls are easy ways to keep your guinea up and running around the cage.

Should I play with my guinea pig?

Sure, your guinea pigs can play among themselves or even amuse themselves, but nothing beats the daily stimulation of playing with their big buddy — you! Playtime not only strengthens your relationship, it’s also good for your pet’s health, and yours, too, according to numerous sources, including the CDC.