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Why is my guinea pig's one nostril snotty but he seems okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

My Guinea pig has one nostril that is snotty but he seems ok, what could this be?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on April 16th, 2020

Two main causes of this can be allergies (too much dust in the bedding or room, etc) or respiratory issues (respiratory infections, irritation in the nose, etc). If the discharge is clear, making sure that Dec's bedding is dust-free and his environment is kept clean can help. If the discharge is greenish or yellow, this could indicate an issue such as an infection that should be treated by your vet. You can also use a warm washcloth to remove any of the discharge to help him feel more comfortable until you can get to a vet.

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