Is my guinea pig sick? What are signs of common guinea pig illnesses?

Question

What is wrong with my guinea pig. Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Male | unneutered | 1lb

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Your guinea pig may have an upper respiratory infection or a tooth abscess. You should take it to a veterinarian familiar with guinea pigs for a check up of his teeth (guinea pigs often have malocclusions and teeth that are too long). If there is an upper respiratory infection your cavy needs to be treated with injectable antibiotics. Guinea pigs cannot take antibiotics by mouth as it kills their intestinal flora and can indeed kill the guinea pig. Should the crusts go away and your guinea pig eats and drinks well and is happy, then this might have been caused by a draft and it will not need a vet visit.

Is my guinea pig sick? What are signs of common guinea pig illnesses?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What to do if my cat has a small hole with pus coming from its ear?

My hamster has a lump and dry skin. Does he need a vet?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What should I feed my red-eared slider? So much conflicting info!

My green cheek conure's voice is raspy and sneezy. Should I worry?

Feral cats leave dead animals. Is my indoor cat safe from disease?

Share