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Most animals can get Ticks, Fleas, Scabies, Heartworm. This is only a few out of a long list of parasites around.
Fortunately the scabies that attack Guinea Pigs would not normally survive on a human host.
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Do guinea pigs pick up parasites?
Yes they can.
How many guinea pigs do guinea pigs have?
I have three
Can guinea pig parasites make people itch?
Yes, they sure can. Guinea pigs can get fleas and lice just like dogs and cats can. There are powders and such you can buy at pet stores to keep these parasites away from your pets.
Do guinea pigs havee three lips?
No, they have upper and a lower lips only.
Why do little worms appear in guinea pigs bodies and hair?
You seriously need to get your guinea-pig to the vets if it has, because your guinea-pig has probably got worms or parasites, maybe even maggots.
Can a guinea pig pass lice to a human?
Lice do not generally live in animal fur. I'm 99% sure that parasites that live on guinea pigs will not transfer to human skin.
Can you feed your guinea pig grass from your yard?
yes, you can feed guinea pigs grass. Clean the grass first so you know theres no pee or parasites to hert the little guy.
Are guinea pigs a pig or?
No!!!!!!!They are actually part of the rodent family.
When can you play with the newly born guinea pigs?
you can play with a newly born guinea-pig after three days
Are guinea pigs vegetarian?
No.
Who gave the name 'guinea pigs' to guinea pigs?
Not sure, but guinea pigs aren't type of pigs. They're in the rodents family, and NOT pigs. Hope this helped?
Do Romans toast guinea pigs?
Peruvians cook guinea pigs. Guinea pigs are native there and they are called Cuy.
