You may have noticed your senior guinea pig’s eyes have gradually become cloudy over the years. Simply put, a cataract is opacity of the lens the eye. Cataracts are fairly common in older guinea pigs. They can also be genetic and show up in younger pigs, although it is less likely. Any guinea pig can … Continue Reading
Just so that you’re not dying to know the answer if you don’t already, the answer is no… you actually can’t overfeed your guinea pig hay. I wish it was possible to not overfeed myself. Wouldn’t that be nice? In all seriousness, though, there are specific reasons why you can’t overfeed your guinea pig hay, … 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
Do baby guinea pigs need special care? And, how can you make sure that your babies grow up secure, healthy, and happy? If your piggy has recently had babies or you’ve brought a new pup into your home, you might be wondering how to care for the babies. The short answer to this question is … Continue Reading
In the wild, guinea pigs hide signs of illness as long as possible as a survival mechanism. Guinea pigs are prey animals, and showing signs of weakness makes them an easy target for predators. According to Dr. Amy Guernsey-Youngblood, practice owner and veterinarian at University Veterinary Care Center in Topeka, KS, “They mask their illnesses … Continue Reading
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