My guinea pig has watery poop and pain. Vet is out, what to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old
Yesterday evening Bob had deformed poops....I checked its genitals to ensure whether he has any blockage.... But it was completely normal ... Today morning I saw him his poops were watery n smell ........I checked his genital again and it appeared somewhat pinkish red.... N I think he is in pain.... ..he is still eating but I'm worried....... The vet is out of town ...and I can only meet him tomorrow....... Plzzzzz suggest some remedies so that I can keep him completely OK till tomorrow
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Published on August 12th, 2017
If the stools are watery then Bob is suffering from a gastrointestinal infection, which can be quite severe in guinea pigs and requires antibiotic treatment. the only supplement you can get in the meantime that may help is a fiber supplement called "fibreflex" you may be able to find it in pet stores.
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Published on May 12th, 2018
A diet change or addition of new fruits/veggies or treats can affect the stool in guinea pigs. A veterinarian can run tests to rule out gastrointestinal parasites or a bacterial overgrowth and perform a physical exam to make sure that your guinea pigs are not dehydrated, are in good body condition, do not have maloccluded teeth, etc. However in the meantime I would recommend ordering Oxbow critical care overnight from Amazon.com or finding it possibly at a local pet store, mixing with water and syringe feeding plus offering it in a bowl in addition to their regular chow for ay least 3 days. If you don't see an improvement in the stool, I'd recommend calling around for lower cost options such as veterinary care from a local ASPCA, etc.
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