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My sister's guinea pig doesn't have a cagemate, but it has been like that for 3 years and it has been fine. It is cheerful, tends to run around, but I am wondering if I should get a companion.
Definitely look into getting your guinea pig a companion, as they are social animals that like to be in pairs or small groups of three to four. While your guinea...
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I feed my guinea pig, Chunky, normal portions but he still weighs 4.5 pounds. Is that normal? He shares a cage with his biological brother, Speedy, who weighs 2.5 pounds.
The measurements of Chunky seems to be out of the normal range. In other words, he is likely overweight. The average weight of an adult boar is anywhere from 900...
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Will an almost 5-year-old guinea pig recover?
This depends on a number of factors, including the severity of the illness and the pig's prior health status. Only a vet can tell you how to best treat your...
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Will a 3-year-old guinea pig recover?
Yes, it likely will, as they are very hardy animals; however, you need to have its progress monitored by a vet.
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My guinea pig is wheezing and lying very still with her head down. She is about one year old. Will she recover?
You should take her to the vet ASAP. She could have a respiratory infection. The vet can evaluate her and inform you of your treatment options.
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My Guinea pig becomes really agitated, can I do one claw each day instead of all at once?
Yes, it's a good idea to do one nail at a time. Also, have a food treat he really likes handy, and offer him that as soon as you've cut...
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What does it mean when my guinea pig chirps or vibrates?
One of the entertaining things about guinea pigs is that they have a range of vocal sounds, which they use to communicate how they are feeling. Chirping is one of...
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How can I pick up my guinea pig without him biting me?
Use a towel to pick up the guinea pig. Gently place the towel over the guinea pig and then scoop him up so that he's on the inside. Fold the...
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Is the cardboard safe to for the guinea pig to eat?
Yes, a guinea pig's digestive system allows them to chew cardboard and paper without any sickness. If some is accidentally swallowed, it won't do any harm.
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