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Guinea pig itching neck and growling: Could it be mites or infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | 1 month and 3 days old | 0.5 lbs

My guinea pig is itching a place on his neck and I don't know what it is. Also he won't allow me to touch/look it with out growling

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 30th, 2019

This is likely to be caused by a skin infection, possibly due to a bacterial or mites infestation. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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