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What should you do if your guinea pigs have dandruff on their skin?
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∙ 15y ago
This probably isn't dandruff, it's most likely to be mites, if your guinea pigs have scabs on their skin, i reckon it could be. Take it to the vets for a professional opinion and they will give you some treatment for it.
Did you wash her with flea shampoo? This can cause dry skin and dandruff with piggies.
could be scurf, trademark sign of a few conditions, it is best to take your guinea to the vet if there is a problem they will give you a special shampoo or some ivermectin to treat it and it should clear up in a few weeks
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoTry adding a tablespoon of oil to the guinea pig's dry food. Plain cooking oil or vegetable oil would be best. Also make sure the diet includes a good mix of vegetables daily.
There's also a good chance it may be scurvy do to a lack of vitamin C. Even when the food you buy says it has vitamin C in it, it doesn't stay fresh enough. I supplement my pigs' diet with a slice of orange at least once a week. They love it, and it cured a bad case really fast. The first guinea pig I ever had got scurvy, took him to vet, vet didn't know what was wrong and referred me to a veterinary dermatologist. Before I went I did some research and tried the fresh orange slices. Worked like a charm and saved me tons of money. Good luck!
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∙ 13y agotheres shampoo you can buy from vets and petstores brushing if short hair you can use a new clean toothbrush gentily or you can buy a special brush for long hairs guinea pigs hope this helps!
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∙ 13y agojust rub in some mosturiser but make sure its well rubbed in so that the guinea pig wont get poisoned
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∙ 7y agoyes they can get dandruff
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Is it natural for a guinea pigs ear to be pure skin?
Yes,many guinea pigs don't have fur on their ears.
Is it normal for guinea pigs to get dandruff when pregnant?
Every guinea pig gets dandruff. You can make sure that goes away by purchasing a special shampoo for guinea pigs. Make sure not to pick up a pregnant guinea pig as that could hurt one of it's litter
Is it OK for guinea pigs to gave flakes under their eyes?
well, it could just mean they have dry skin, but when guinea pigs have dandruff, they could have lice. Take them to an exotic vet not just a regular dog/cat vet because they don't have the proper training.
Should you worry if your guinea pig bites and breaks skin?
no ive never known guinea pigs bite
Do you take skin off pineapple for your guinea pigs?
usually guinea pigs will eat the meat and stop at the skin. same with watermelon
What type of skin do guinea pigs have?
The skin that's found on your penis
Do guinea pig eat staw?
guinea pigs can eat staw but it should be avoided because it pokes in their eyes and irritates their skin. instead they should be given hay.
What kind of shampoo should you use on your guinea pig?
guinea pigs have sensitive skin, you should ask your vet for a safe brand or buy a hypoallergenic brand (usually is not scented).
Are you supposed to give your guinea pigs baths cause everyone i knwo says i shouldent?
You should only give a guinea pig a bath if it is dirty of really smelly. Guinea pigs should only have at the most 4 bathes a year because any more would be bad for them. Having a bath strips the guinea pigs skin of it natural oils.
Can guinea pigs eat grape skin?
yes, guinea pigs can eat grape skin. but you must be careful, some cant puncture the skin. you may want to cut grapes in half before giving it to them.
Why do guinea pigs loose furr?
Guinea pigs can lose fur for a variety of reasons, including stress, skin mites, or a fungal infection.
Your guinea pig has had problems with his skins?
If your guinea pig has problems with his skin, they should probably go to the vet. Be sure and give your guinea pigs baths, but don't get their ears and face wet. Hope this helps! :)
