EMERGENCY VET
Like all of our traditional pet , even the guinea pigs in need of veterinary terms. The guinea pigs under the category of exotic animals, so you must get the address of a veterinarian with expertise in this field.
In nature, these animals are usually the catch, so they tend not to show signs of illness, as this would make them appear more vulnerable. Their state of health then the sudden deterioration once the disease has taken hold, and often, for this reason, the owner notices it when one could not do no more.
Take control guinea pigs, making sure it did not involve any unusual or strange symptoms. If you have any questions, please contact your veterinarian IMMEDIATELY.
One of the most common symptoms that indicate the presence of a disease, loss of appetite and subsequent weight loss. A good method of control is a weekly weigh the guinea pig.
Keep in mind that variations of about 25 grams are normal, there are about 50 grams if you start paying attention, if you get to 100 grams is now run by the vet. The guinea pig
spends most of the time eating. It 'important that he never empty stomach, because even after 16-20 hours of fasting, there is a progressive destruction of liver cells, with no possibility of improvement. If the guinea pig refuses to eat, you have to try and force-fed, by giving the semiliquid porridge, called critical care, with a syringe (or schizzettone) to which you have removed the needle. Consult your vet anyway.
Symptoms that require an immediate visit :
- Anorexia persistent
- Cough, runny nose and eyes, sneezing, bleary eyes
- Diarrhoea, blood in urine and urination difficult
- listlessness, apathy, difficulty walking
- hypersalivation, weight loss, difficulty eating
- itching, dandruff, dry and scaly skin, sores, wounds
These of course are just some of the symptoms that require a veterinary examination. If you have any questions, please, do not hesitate, your veterinarian can really save the life of your friend!
NOT give your guinea pig: pasta, rice, cakes, biscuits, milk and dairy products (the guinea pig is lactose intolerant), rhubarb, potatoes or sprout their leaves, branches and leaves of tomatoes (all poisonous plants), vegetables , garlic, onion, mushrooms, avocado and coconut (grassissimi! !!!), and sugary fruit juices Obviously, any type of food made from grains, cereals and dried fruits.