My guinea pig has scabs in the cage. What's wrong and what to do?

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Last week while cleaning my guinea pigs' cage I found a scab with some hair. I checked both of the pigs and didn't find anything. Today I found another scab. Again I checked them and didn't find anything. Background: they are sisters and don't fight, their cage is cleaned daily, and their cage is lined with fleece. What could be wrong and what warning signs should I look out for? What can I do to help them? Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Female | unspayed

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Guinea pigs can get bacterial infections, skin mites and ringworm (which you can get as well). It’s hard to say which is present without seeing your veterinarian. Certainly if you see both pigs get lesions or if you start noticing skin issues then you need to take them in. At home you can wash the areas in antibacterial hand soap- rinse it well and be careful not to get it in their eyes, ears or mouth. You can then apply just a dap of coconut oil and rub it in very well. Try to watch her afterwards to make sure she doesn’t lick it off. Change the cage frequently and make sure she is getting plenty of vitamin C. If it worsens, then have her seen by the veterinarian. I hope this helps!!!

My guinea pig has scabs in the cage. What's wrong and what to do?

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