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They drink a lot of water, they get urinary tract infections (you recognize those by bloody urine, squeaking while peeing), sometimes they get eye cataracts. The only way to tell for sure is to take the guinea pig to an exotics vet (not the regular one) and have a blood test done.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoThere is nothing you as the owner really do wrong it can be genetic, sometimes it just happens. Unhealthy diets can attribute to the condition as well. A vet will diagnose a guinea pig with Diabetes and should give you proper care instructions. Usually it's a matter of a certain diet or in some cases shots of insulin are needed.
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∙ 12y agoYes they can, symptoms include loss of weight and drinking and peeing more. If your guinea pig has these symptoms you should take it to see the vet.
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Can guinea pigs be diabetic?
Yes, some may be diabetic,
Do vets treat ailing guinea pigs?
Yes.
Is buying guinea pigs from the pet store healthier than buying guinea pigs from people that give them away?
It sounds fair buying them from either, but it does depend on how well they treat the guinea pigs..
Can you treat guinea pigs injured back?
Ask a veterinarian what you can do.
How do you train guinea pigs?
You get a treat, then you tell it to do something and then help it out, and then you give it the treat!! ( This is true!)
How do you treat the flu for guinea pigs?
Take your guinea pig to the vet if something seems wrong...
Can guinea pigs eat watermelon rind?
Guinea pigs can eat watermelon rinds and it is a awesome treat.
Are guinea pigs allowed to eat watermilon?
yes its a great treat!
Do guinea pigs like fruit?
yes, they can eat fruit and its a great treat.
Can guinea pigs eat sweets?
Yes, it makes a very good treat! But be sure to feed in moderation, as your guinea can get sick.
Can guinea pigs eat honey?
They can do, but large amounts of it is not good for humans nor Guinea pigs. As a treat once in a while, this is ok but not much. They are supposed to have a diet low on sugar.
Is it good to have too guinea pigs?
It is great to have two guinea pigs!!! They are extremely social animals. If they are alone for too long, they can become depressed and lonely.
