Guinea Pig Health
Just like us it is always important to monitor their health, be sure to weigh your cavy weekly. A two or three ounce loss could indicate the onset of a problem. If your guinea pig has lost four or more ounces, see a vet immediately! A guinea pig that is not eating is seriously ill and must be seen by a vet for treatment and must be hand feed. Just be aware and notice what goes on.
A good vet should know that some medications that disrupt the intestinal flora, like penicillins, are deadly to guinea pigs. Do not allow your vet to prescribe Amoxicillin! Check the list of dangerous medications . If your pet is prescribed antibiotics, ask how quickly the medication should take effect. If your guinea pig does poorly on a particular antibiotic and stops eating, he may be intolerant to that particular antibiotic. Ask your vet about changing antibiotics.
If you suspect your pig is sick, it is always best to seek veterinary treatment. Your pig may have been ill for some time before the signs are noticeable.
The above signs are SERIOUS and warrant a trip to the vet ASAP.
A good vet should know that some medications that disrupt the intestinal flora, like penicillins, are deadly to guinea pigs. Do not allow your vet to prescribe Amoxicillin! Check the list of dangerous medications . If your pet is prescribed antibiotics, ask how quickly the medication should take effect. If your guinea pig does poorly on a particular antibiotic and stops eating, he may be intolerant to that particular antibiotic. Ask your vet about changing antibiotics.
If you suspect your pig is sick, it is always best to seek veterinary treatment. Your pig may have been ill for some time before the signs are noticeable.
The above signs are SERIOUS and warrant a trip to the vet ASAP.
posted by Graeme Jarry at 12:57 AM
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