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well, I've heard that they actually shed their coat, but I'm not sure if they're supposed to do that DURING the winter, or after. One of mine has lost her whole entire backside's worth of hair, but i think that's mainly just because she's got cancer. :'(
my guinea pig is actually shedding a lot right now during the winter. I do not think that there is anything to bad with it. It may be a problem with diet but nothing to bad.
What else can I help you with?
Do all types guinea pigs shed?
Yes, all types of guinea pigs shed their fur regularly. The frequency and amount of shedding can vary depending on the breed and the season, but shedding is a natural process for all guinea pigs. Regular grooming can help manage shedding and keep their coat healthy.
Dose a rosette guinea pig shed more then a short hair guinea?
Yes i think it does. The more hair, the more to shed. This is totally untrue! just because it has rosettes , they have no more hair it just grows as rosettes, I have 3 types of guinea 1 has rosettes and they all shed about the same.
Why do guinea pigs have bald spots behind their ears?
around the ears are the most common places for guinea pigs to shed dont worry
Why is your guinea pig malting?
Guinea pigs molt to shed old or damaged hair and replace it with new hair growth. It is a natural process that helps keep their coat healthy and clean. You can assist your guinea pig during molting by providing a balanced diet, proper grooming, and a clean living environment.
What is guinea pig litter?
Male Guinea Pigs are called Boars, female Guinea Pigs are called Sows, and babby Guinea Pigs are called Pups. A group of Guinea Pigs is called a Herd. :)
Do short-haired guinea pigs shed?
YES, at the start of summer they will shed some of their thick winter coat to stay cool.
Do all types guinea pigs shed?
Yes, all types of guinea pigs shed their fur regularly. The frequency and amount of shedding can vary depending on the breed and the season, but shedding is a natural process for all guinea pigs. Regular grooming can help manage shedding and keep their coat healthy.
Dose a rosette guinea pig shed more than a short hair?
They don't really shed. Onlt reallylong haired guinea pigs shed.
Is their a guinea pig that don't shed?
If you're looking for a guinea pig that doesn't shed, a Skinny Pig would be your best bet. They are hairless guinea pigs.
Do guinea pigs moult?
No.. They shed. They dont have scales they have fur. So they shed. Which is when their fur falls outs.
Dose a rosette guinea pig shed more then a short hair guinea?
Yes i think it does. The more hair, the more to shed. This is totally untrue! just because it has rosettes , they have no more hair it just grows as rosettes, I have 3 types of guinea 1 has rosettes and they all shed about the same.
Why do guinea pigs molt?
Guinea pigs do not molt. Molting is when an organism with an exoskeleton 'sheds' it's outer skeleton and grows a new one, to regenerate. Guinea pigs shed their hair. They just do it; you can't stop it.
Why do guinea pigs have bald spots behind their ears?
around the ears are the most common places for guinea pigs to shed dont worry
Do ginnie pigs shed?
yes. they do my guinea pig has medium hair and he is shedding a lot.
Why is your guinea pig malting?
Guinea pigs molt to shed old or damaged hair and replace it with new hair growth. It is a natural process that helps keep their coat healthy and clean. You can assist your guinea pig during molting by providing a balanced diet, proper grooming, and a clean living environment.
What are some exercises for a fat guinea pig?
Do you put it out on the grass in the summer ???? Or put it in a shed to run around in the winter??? If you don't this may be an option. Guinea pigs shouldn't be cooped up in a hutch and not be taken out. Please let it have a little freedom! The guinea pig will get very bored!!! Laura
Can rabbits and guinea pigs stay in the same shed?
Yes, they make great friends but make shore the rabbit isn't to big as it may trod on the guinea pig.
