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if you look at the top of their head, where the "crown" is, there will usually be little bugs crawling around , if you see them then your little pally has lice and you should take him/her to a vet for medication to get rid of them.
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∙ 11y agoLice are usually small black, brown or white specks throughout the hair. They usually look like tiny grains of rice and you may even see them moving slowly along the hair. They are often located nearer the roots of the hairs rather than the ends. How i have helped you JADE
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Can you hold your guinea pig if you have lice?
Human Head Lice and Guinea Pig lice are two different types. Humans aren't affected by Guinea Pig Lice and Guinea Pigs are the same for Human Head Lice. You are perfectly safe to hold you guinea pig :)
What is Tiny white spots on guinea pig?
Probably it's just what your guinea pig is supposed to look like. It's okay.
Can guinea pigs get lice?
Yes. They can get bugs, mites or fleas, that's if you keep them dirty or outside while it's Nat season! And never let them get cold! Or overheated! In summer bring a guinea pig's water bottle just in case!
How do you pronounce guinea pig?
It is spelled "guinea pig". You got it right! :)
What does an overgrown guinea pig nail look like?
An overgrown guinea pig nail is long and normally curled. If the nail isn't clipped, then the curled nail can begin to grow underneath the guinea pig's paw and cause pain. A guinea pig's claws should be clipped once a month.
What do guinea pig lice eggs look like?
much like your standard hens' egg. If you find egg shaped objects in your guinea pig's fur, crack them, if they have a white and a yolk as per standard eggs, they're probably guinea pig lice eggs. (may i also recommend soft boiling them, with tiny toast soldiers)
Can you hold your guinea pig if you have lice?
Human Head Lice and Guinea Pig lice are two different types. Humans aren't affected by Guinea Pig Lice and Guinea Pigs are the same for Human Head Lice. You are perfectly safe to hold you guinea pig :)
Can lice found on a guinea pig be passed to human or dogs?
Yes. Lice is lice no matter what its on.
Can a human give lice to a guinea pig?
No, the human strain of lice can not be transmitted to guinea pigs and vice versa.
How does an abyssinian guinea pig look like?
An abyssinian guinea pig has Rossets in its fur such as the images below:
What bugs can be found on a guinea pig?
fleas,lice,ticks,&mites
What does cooked guinea pig look like?
Bruned guinea pigs and dead guinea pigs.
Can a guinea pig that has lice pass it to humans?
Generally, no. The lice that guinea pigs get is mostly species-specific. This means that only guinea pigs, or, quite possibly, other small rodents. Check your other small pets or other cage mates because they might have lice also. If your pet does have lice, immediately take your pet to the vet because guinea pig lice is usually blood-sucking and can do damage in the long-run.
What is Tiny white spots on guinea pig?
Probably it's just what your guinea pig is supposed to look like. It's okay.
Can guinea pigs get lice?
Yes. They can get bugs, mites or fleas, that's if you keep them dirty or outside while it's Nat season! And never let them get cold! Or overheated! In summer bring a guinea pig's water bottle just in case!
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.
Why does your guinea pig look like shes pregnant?
She will be an eggplant shape.
