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My guinea pig isn't eating. When should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 2 lbs

My pet is not eating , and after observations i think he is suffering from a type of diaseses .Therefore can u pls prescribe some tips and medicine to provide him . So that he cure up as fast as possible..

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on July 4th, 2019

I'm sorry your guinea pig isn't eating. Without seeing him in person, there is no way I can diagnose what is going on with him, so I can't suggest any treatment. I recommend you take him into a vet now to get treated. Best of luck.

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