Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | 4 years old | 3 lbs
my guinea pig is scratching a little more than usual. he is drinking and eating fine and still cuddles. i don't feel any difference in his fur. is this normal
1 Answer
Published on September 4th, 2019
Thanks for reaching out about Rocco. Guinea pigs are meticulous groomers but if scratching to the point of wounds/scabs, then a veterinary visit is recommended to check for mites or other dermatopathies. Vitamin C deficiencies can often result in skin conditions. Good luck.
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