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My young guinea pig is constantly itching. What pet meds can help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Female | unspayed

Is there any pet meds to stop Guinea Pig itching? My Guinea Pig is under a year old

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on March 28th, 2019

I would highly recommend taking baby to a vet for a good exam. Young guinea pigs can have skin mites like scabies and this needs to be addressed by a veterinarian. Certain skin mites can also be contagious to people so please monitor yourself for itching. Allergies, skin infections and fungal disease can also cause itchy skin. I hope that helps

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