pigs

What causes bloat in guinea pigs?

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Is guinea pig bloat fatal? Prognosis for gas bloat: This depends on how long the guinea pig has had bloat. It can be fatal if left untreated or in its late stages. If untreated, often death will occur by the guinea pig suffering a complete ...

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Do guinea pigs attract fruit flies?

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Why do my guinea pigs attract fruit flies? Rabbit Fly StrikeThe biggest cause of fly strike in rabbits and guinea pigs is poor hygiene, either of the pet itself or the environment. Urine, faeces and open wounds all attract flies. While many small animals are ...

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What is a guinea pigs natural habitat?

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What is the best habitat for a guinea pig? Guinea pigs need appropriate room to roam, with separate spaces for a nest, bathroom area and food and water. No animal is meant to live in a cage all the time, so make sure to provide ...

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What color is a guinea pigs pee?

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Is guinea pig pee supposed to be brown? Normal urine is not gritty in texture. Dried urine may leave powdery white calcium compounds. Very young guinea pigs often have an orange or brown tint to their urine. Urine sometimes changes to an orange color on ...

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Can guinea pigs eat paper towels?

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Can you put paper towels in a guinea pig cage? It is completely safe for the guinea pigs because it causes no harm, they will realise that it doesn’t taste as good as other things and they will quickly move on. It is really absorbent ...

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Do guinea pigs get depressed by themselves?

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How do I know if my guinea pig is depressed? Normally, a stressed guinea pig will show signs of irritability and more aggressive displays of behavior, such as head tossing, fidgeting, or teeth-baring. A depressed guinea pig, on the other hand, will become very listless ...

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Are guinea pigs smarter than hamsters?

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Are guinea pigs self aware? If they ever caught sight themselves in a mirror, they may have noticed the new patterns on their skin — researchers believe that pigs can recognize themselves, although the extent of their self-awareness is still up for debate. What is ...

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How to keep guinea pigs warm outside?

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What temperature is too cold for guinea pigs? This Animal Care Aid is part of a series developed to promote optimal guinea pig care and health. Guinea pigs are very sensitive to both heat and cold. Keep them in temperatures between 60 and 85 °F ...

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Can guinea pigs eat chia sprouts?

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Can guinea pigs eat sprouts? “Sprouts can make a nice Christmas treat for guinea pigs and offering them as occasional treats in moderation can add variety and interest to their diet,” she added. Katie Stiles, animal welfare assistant at Blue Cross, said: “As part of ...

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