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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!

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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.


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Can humans catch anything from guinea pigs?

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Can you hold your guinea pig if you have lice?

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Can guinea pig parasites make people itch?

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Are guinea pigs vegetarian?

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