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My guinea pig has a head tilt and isn't acting normal. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered

my guinea pig just got a head tilt. everyday when i get up he always goes to the front of the cage to say hi and hes always really energetic but today he was just laying there. hes eating and everything but hes not himself

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 13th, 2019

Head tilt in guinea pigs is almost always due to an ear infection. I suggest you get him to a vet for an exam and treatment. This isn't something you can treat at home. Please find a vet that is used to treating guinea pigs like this one: ( https://azeah.com/ )

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    Answered By Todd Cecil

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 8th, 2019

    Thanks for reaching out about Geoffery and including photos. An inner rear infection is possible, but also dental disease, inner ear inflammation and other possibilities. Are there any emergency veterinary clinics in your area? You can try to apply a warm compress to the side of the face with the goal of reducing inflammation. But an good oral exam by a veterinarian and antibiotics are probably necessary. Good luck.

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    Answered By Todd Cecil

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 17th, 2018

    Thanks for reaching out about Prosciutto. It would be a good idea to schedule a veterinary visit. Inner ear infection are just on possible cause of a head tilt. Many diseases respond earlier to treatments than after they have developed significantly. Pressure on the ear can also be caused by dental disease, so consult your local veterinarian. Good luck.

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