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I prefer to use a special shampoo for small animals think it is by Johnson and Johnson the one i use it is very mild and safe to use on guinea pigs. never use human, dog or cat shampoos on guinea pigs.

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Do you need give a guinea pigs a bath?

There are many different opinions on this. Some books say that they clean themselves fine but if you find that they are getting dirty then you should give them a bath. I also read a book that say that you should give a guinea pig a bath about once every three weeks and it helps to prevent skin diseases. That's what I do but it said that you have to use either special guinea pig shampoo or a mild scalp shampoo (mild baby shampoo is what I use).


What age can you give a kitten a bath?

You can start giving a kitten a bath once they are at least 8 weeks old. Before that age, kittens are usually not able to regulate their body temperature effectively and may get chilled during bathing. Always use a mild kitten-specific shampoo and make sure to dry them thoroughly after the bath to prevent them from getting cold.


What can you use to wash your guinea pig besides guinea pig shampoo?

You can use any type of cat shampoo. I have a caramel colored guinea pig named caramel and we used baby shampoo instead. It has to be a very mild type of shampoo, because it may be too harsh for their fur. I also suggest that you wash them once a month. Be careful when washing them, because they will squirm.


Can you clean a guinea pig with olay body soap?

It is not recommended to clean a guinea pig with Olay body soap as it may contain ingredients that are too harsh for their sensitive skin. It is best to use a specially formulated small animal shampoo or consult a veterinarian for advice on appropriate grooming products for guinea pigs.


Can you use human shampoo for baby bunnies?

Baby shampoo would be very gentle, or any pet shampoo. Answer no, any pet shampoo will not work. if you use cat sampoo on a rabbit it could make the rabbit blind. they have a "Bunny Bath" shampoo that is just right for them, makes them smell really good too.

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How do you give dog an oatmeal bath?

They do have oatmeal dog shampoo in a pet store, oatmeal is very mild.


Can you use a bath bomb for dogs?

I wouldn't recommend it 1 if you must bath your dog - use a mild shampoo such as those made for babies !


Can you give me a few examples of mild shampoos?

Johnson's Baby Shampoo is very mild.


What kind of soap do you use when giving your pet mouse a bath?

Pet shampoo. Mild dish soap.


Could you give your chicken a bath?

Yes you can. Use a mild soap like cat shampoo. Just make sure the bird does not get chilled after the bath. Some people will use a hair dryer on low to help dry the feathers.


Can you use Disney tear free shampoo on your Guinea Pig?

I wouldn't reccommend using any human shampoo on a Guinea as you never know what they may be sensitive to and while they may seem mild to us they could cause irritation to your pet.


Do you need give a guinea pigs a bath?

There are many different opinions on this. Some books say that they clean themselves fine but if you find that they are getting dirty then you should give them a bath. I also read a book that say that you should give a guinea pig a bath about once every three weeks and it helps to prevent skin diseases. That's what I do but it said that you have to use either special guinea pig shampoo or a mild scalp shampoo (mild baby shampoo is what I use).


What age can you give a kitten a bath?

You can start giving a kitten a bath once they are at least 8 weeks old. Before that age, kittens are usually not able to regulate their body temperature effectively and may get chilled during bathing. Always use a mild kitten-specific shampoo and make sure to dry them thoroughly after the bath to prevent them from getting cold.


Can a guinea pig use baby shampoo for a bath?

Guinea Pigs should be bathed in low, warm water, with baby shampoo. Hold your Pig while bathing, or put in a little basket so then you can wash him/her easier. Keep the water/soap out of his/her eyes, and when your done dry her/him.Conditioner is not really needed, your Guinea shouldn't get knots in its fur or anything. Shampoo should work fine. Special Guinea Pig made soap, or shampoo is okay, but make sure not to get any in it's eyes. Johnson's shampoo I do not recommend, because some of the contents could hurt your Guinea. Get the 'Tear Free' kind, and that should be great.


What can you use to wash your guinea pig besides guinea pig shampoo?

You can use any type of cat shampoo. I have a caramel colored guinea pig named caramel and we used baby shampoo instead. It has to be a very mild type of shampoo, because it may be too harsh for their fur. I also suggest that you wash them once a month. Be careful when washing them, because they will squirm.


Is Pert a mild shampoo?

Yes, Pert Plus is considered to be a mild shampoo. It is known to help treat dandruff and other scalp problems.


Can you clean a guinea pig with olay body soap?

It is not recommended to clean a guinea pig with Olay body soap as it may contain ingredients that are too harsh for their sensitive skin. It is best to use a specially formulated small animal shampoo or consult a veterinarian for advice on appropriate grooming products for guinea pigs.