My guinea pig is sneezing and wheezing. Is it a respiratory infection?

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My guinea picg is almost 2 months old, started sneezing daily 2 days ago. tiday, notices intermittent wheeze. He still eats well and is a flighty temperament. Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 21 days old

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Hi there, I'm sure you are concerned about Bam. Thankfully it is good news that he is still eating well as often when seriously ill GPs will go off their food. If this does occur then treat the situation as an emergency. Sneezing and wheezing coukd be indicative of a respiratory infection. Such are fairly common but can be serious. I would get Bam to an experienced vet asap as infections require prompt treatment; they do tend to respond very well. Alternatively, sneezing could be due to dust in bedding, allergies or even nasal mites. Again a trip to the vet should help shed some light. Consider the housing and environment, for example, bedding materisl, draughts and similar. Best of luck with Bam.

My guinea pig is sneezing and wheezing. Is it a respiratory infection?

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