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A,B

A is for: Abscess: A pocket of pus that can be located anywhere on the body or internally. Caused by infection, they can result from bites from another guinea, infection during surgery or maybe a cut. Treatment is to lance the abscess and flush at least once daily with Hartmans solution (from your vet) and […]

December 31, 2008   Posted in: Wheekerpedia  No Comments

C,D

C is for: Cambridge Cavy Trust: A charity founded by Vedra Stanley Spatcher that has enthused many people into taking a bigger interest in the welfare of guinea pigs. Probably the most recognised being the late Peter Gurney who went to learn more from Vedra and pass on his knowledge to vets, nurses and members […]

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E,F,G,H

E is for: Ears: Guinea pigs ears can show the first signs of fungal problems. White tide marks or heavy crusting/scabbing are an obvious sign. Lavender and Myrrh Lotion from Gorgeous Guineas often rights this problem on its own, for more advice contact Gorgeous Guineas on info@gorgeousguineas.com. There is a bald patch behind each ear, […]

December 29, 2008   Posted in: Wheekerpedia  No Comments

I,J,K,L

I is for: Igloo: Plastic houses made for guinea pigs to hide in and some like to sit on the top of them. Impaction: When the anal muscles become slack guinea pigs will often become impacted. Dietry fibre is also thought to possibly play a part in this in some cases. Daily cleaning out of […]

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M,N,O,P

M is for: Magpie: Head is half black half white, the body is a mixture of equal balance of black and white and black/white mixture. Manuka Honey: Can be a useful antibiotic. Medibed: A short chopped medicated straw that is soft enough and safe enough for bedding guinea pigs on. Do not use the longer […]

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Q,R,S,T

Q is for: Quick: The fleshy part under the guinea pig’s nails. If the quick bleeds when the nails are cut dipping in Arrowroot powder can help to stop the bleeding, or run under a cold tap, the bleeding will stop and usually heals without a problem. Quiet: Your guinea pig’s breathing should be quiet […]

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U,V,W,X,Y,Z

U is for: Upper Respiratory Infection (URI): V is for: Vet: Find a good, guinea pig competent vet before you need one, or at least one that is willing to hear your ideas. Do not march into the surgery armed with printouts from the internet on your first visit, respect should be a two way […]

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