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QuestionWhy is my guinea pig getting bald patches?
Pippa Elliott, MRCVSDr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
VeterinarianBald patches are not normal and a trip to the vet is needed to work out the cause. Before the visit, watch the guinea pig closely to see if they are itchy or not, as this will help the vet make a diagnosis. -
QuestionDo you have to groom guinea pigs?Pippa Elliott, MRCVSDr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
VeterinarianLong-haired guinea pigs do need brushing and the occasional trim around the rear end. Short-haired guinea pigs require little grooming other than checking the length of their toe nails. -
QuestionAre guinea pigs supposed to shed?Pippa Elliott, MRCVSDr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
VeterinarianGuinea pigs are more like people, in that their hair falls out as part of a natural cycle. Thus you will see some hair 'shed' but it shouldn't be excessive. -
QuestionCan mites kill guinea pigs?Pippa Elliott, MRCVSDr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years.
VeterinarianThis is a chicken and egg situation, because sick guinea pigs are more likely to get mites. Thus, while the mites themselves may not kill, the fact that the guinea pig is generally unwell can be significant.
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