My guinea pig is sneezing: What to do, vet cost, and survival odds?

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Guinea pig sneezing excessively. Realized it might be upper respiratory infection. Seems 2 be eating, drinking, & squeeking fine & was running around. Taking 2 vet would have 2 wait until tomorrow since it's night, perhaps Mon. since I'm not sure whether vet offices are generally open on Sun.? 1) What's the highest expenses could be (check-up and medicine) I live in Hawaii (expensive costs here) 2) Chance of surviving with/without treatment? 3) How can I help him feel better at home until then? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Poor popcorn! (Great name BTW). It is difficult to say exactly the cost as these cost vary greatly in your specific location. The cost in Hawaii is likely very high and depending on where you are it could also vary. I would contact your vet you plan to use and asked the price of a basic exam for an exotic pet. Then when you get there don’t hesitate to ask for an estimate before they do anything. If this is just an upper respiratory infection then chances are your vet may just try some antibiotics to start with and see how he does. This shouldn’t be too much cost added on. Chances of survival with treatment are good. Chances of survival without treatment are lower simply because an upper respiratory infection can easily turn into a pneumonia which is very dangerous left untreated. In the meantime, if he will let you hold him, you could help to break up the mucus by turning on a gold shower in a small bathroom and let him breathe in the steam. No need to get him wet - just get the bathroom nice and steamy then hold him since steam rises. You can do this for 10 minutes 2-3 times per day to help until you get him to the vet. This will not cure him, but it will make him more comfortable. Also make sure he is continuing to eat - you can offer him fresh veggies/fuits if needed. Make sure to offer veggies/fruits high in vitamin C (red/green bell peppers, kiwi, parsley) since they don’t produce their own.i hipe this helps!

My guinea pig is sneezing: What to do, vet cost, and survival odds?

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