GUINEA PIGS AND VITAMIN C DEFICIENCY Guinea pigs and primates, like us, are unable to make their own vitamin C. Because their bodies can’t synthesize or store it, they need to receive around 10-30 mg per day through their diet. Guinea pigs that don’t get enough vitamin C are at risk for scurvy, even when … Continue Reading
When we humans are sick to our stomach, a group of nuclei fires in the brainstem to trigger vomiting. The muscles around the stomach contract, the diaphragm spasms, and the esophagus opens. There goes your lunch. It may seem like an inconvenience but throwing up is our body’s natural way of protecting us when we … Continue Reading
Does your guinea pig do a “happy dance” when they hear the food bin open? Those jumps for joy are called popcorning! Where did this dance craze stem from?
We all love our small pets. That’s a no-brainer. But even though we love them and would do absolutely anything in the universe for them, sometimes, we simply can’t be there. Vacations, emergencies, work trips. You get it… it’s just life. So, what do we do with our small animals when we’re not around? Well, … Continue Reading
You may have noticed a gunky spot around the area where you’d find your guinea pig’s wannabe tail. The grease gland, also known as the caudal gland, produces secretions for scenting and marking purposes. True to its name, the dime-sized area emits an oily, greasy, or waxy substance. A little yucky, but totally normal.Do All … Continue Reading
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