Why is my pregnant guinea pig weak, not eating, and squeaking?

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My pet has health problems and I can't take it to a vet one more time. I'm not sure if there will be any information on guinea pigs (my pet), bur please tell me anything that may help because I don't know what to do... It started yesterday. My guinea pig got dehydration and can't eat (is very weak). She is pregnant and doesn't move. When she breathes she makes squeaking sounds.... I don't know how to help her so please... Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | 890 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

She may be suffering from pregnancy toxemia. This is a very serious life threatening disease. This is a metabolic disease which happens around the third week of pregnancy. It may lead to death of the fetuses while still in the uterus. The guinea pig can suddenly die or show signs such as Loss of energy Lack of appetite Lack of desire to drink Muscle spasms Lack of coordination or clumsiness Coma and death. Once a guinea pig has begun to show signs of pregnancy toxemia, it is likely that she will die. However, not having examined your guinea pig examined myself, I am just going by your description, so it is quite possible she is suffering from another condition. Try to somehow afford a vet visit. Here is some information: http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html? This is urgent.

Why is my pregnant guinea pig weak, not eating, and squeaking?

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