How can I keep my guinea pigs healthy and prevent them from getting sick?

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How to prevent my guinea pigs from getting sick ? Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Do not introduce any new guinea pigs to your current pigs without them being quarantined first for at least 2 weeks. That way no new infections will be introduced. Feed them a high quality diet like Oxbow. Remember, the majority of the diet should be hay (preferably Timothy). ( https://www.viovet.co.uk/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=oxbow ) Make sure all the husbandry is 100% correct - housing, diet, supplements, bedding, etc. Regular vet checks - about once per year - to check their teeth and overall health. ( https://www.petcoach.co/article/the-best-way-to-care-for-and-feed-your-guinea-pig/ )

How can I keep my guinea pigs healthy and prevent them from getting sick?

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