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My guinea pig needs a vet. What kind of vet should I take her to?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female

Hi, I have a guinea and was wondering if I should take her to the vet. If so what kind of vet should I take her to??

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 4th, 2017

If this is just for a health check/general check up you can take her to a regular vet, but if she is suffering from a medical condition you might want to make sure the vet you are going to has experience treating guinea pigs, usually exotic vet specialists are a better option.

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