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guinea pigs used to be wild animals; they would hide their illness to prevent looking sick and weak so they don't get eaten. your piggie probably was already sick and had a birth defect maybe and didnt show it.

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Do Female Guinea pigs have periods or go into season by bleeding like dogs Our Guinea pig Honey is bleeding and we are scared that either something is wrong or she's having her female period. Help.?

Female guinea pigs do not have periods or menstrual cycles like humans or dogs. Bleeding in guinea pigs can be a sign of a medical issue such as injury, urinary tract infection, or reproductive problems. It is important to seek veterinary attention promptly to determine the cause of the bleeding and provide appropriate treatment for your guinea pig.


Your guinea pig is bleeding from its nose and mouth what do you do?

Just clean the blood off, wash it, and put some antibiotic creme on and a bandaid; same thing you do for normal cut.


Can labradors get along with guinea pigs?

Some dogs can get along with guinea pigs. Mine however would eat our guinea pigs if they got the chance.....


Should you deliver the baby if the guinea pig is bleeding and not having them on her own?

If a pregnant guinea pig is in distress and bleeding, it is best to seek immediate veterinary care. It's not advisable to try to deliver the baby yourself without proper knowledge and experience, as it can be risky for both the mother and the babies. A vet can provide the necessary assistance and ensure the safety of the mother and her offspring.


My Guinea pig has a small hole on the side of her face that is slightly bleeding and mucus is coming out?

It's important to take your guinea pig to a veterinarian as soon as possible. The hole could be an abscess or an injury that needs medical attention to prevent infection and further complications. The bleeding and mucus could indicate an underlying health issue that requires treatment.

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What do you do if you guinea pigs nail splits?

You can trim it down as far as you can before you get into the quick. Then file it further to smooth it out. If it is split into the quick and is bleeding, wrap the whole foot in a bandage to stop the bleeding.


Do guinea pigs butt bleed in geat?

No, there is usually no bleeding involved while the guinea pig is in heat.


What will happen when a dog bites guinea pig and the guinea pigs still alive?

If the guinea pig is not bleeding its okey but if it is then see your vet asap.


Do Female Guinea pigs have periods or go into season by bleeding like dogs Our Guinea pig Honey is bleeding and we are scared that either something is wrong or she's having her female period. Help.?

Female guinea pigs do not have periods or menstrual cycles like humans or dogs. Bleeding in guinea pigs can be a sign of a medical issue such as injury, urinary tract infection, or reproductive problems. It is important to seek veterinary attention promptly to determine the cause of the bleeding and provide appropriate treatment for your guinea pig.


Is corn starch good to put on a guinea pigs bleeding nail?

it is ok as long as you rinse it off as soon as the bleeding is stopped.


What do you do if your guinea pig is bleeding from acid that ate through his skin?

Take him to the vet


A guinea pigs if there vagina is bleeding .what is it.?

guinea pigs don't have periods like humans so this isn't normal. if she is pregnant this could mean she has lost the baby. she could also have a bad infection or be bleeding internally so you need to take her to the vet straight away!


What if your guinea bottom starts bleeding?

You take her to the vet immediately!!! This is serious!!! When a guinea pig goes into heat, they do not bleed so do not think that is the reason.


Your guinea pig is bleeding from its nose and mouth what do you do?

Just clean the blood off, wash it, and put some antibiotic creme on and a bandaid; same thing you do for normal cut.


Can labradors get along with guinea pigs?

Some dogs can get along with guinea pigs. Mine however would eat our guinea pigs if they got the chance.....


How do you know if a guinea pig has had his blood circulation cut off by a toenail?

It will start bleeding...


Suddenly one of my Guinea hens is aggressive toward one other guinea--pecks guinea while flapping its wings..why?

Well if it is a male, it is possibly fighting over a female Guinea hen Or if it is both female then it should be my theory switched with the genders