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Guinea Pig Health: Ultimate Urine Color Guide

Guinea Pig Health: Ultimate Urine Col...

Introduction Discovering unusual urination in your guinea pig can be alarming. It's vital to know... Introduction Discovering unusual urination in y...

2024's Definitive Guinea Pig Poop Chart: Visual Guide & Health Insights

2024's Definitive Guinea Pig Poop Cha...

Introduction Discover the hidden health secrets in your guinea pig's poop! As a guinea pig parent... Introduction Discover the hidden health secrets...

Caring for Old Guinea Pigs: How to Spot Guinea Pig Arthritis

Caring for Old Guinea Pigs: How to Sp...

Is your guinea pig more than 4 years old? Perhaps you’ve already been noticing them slowing down,... Is your guinea pig more than 4 years old? Perha...

Mental Health & Dental Health for Guinea Pigs

Mental Health & Dental Health for Gui...

Hey there, GuineaGang!Dental maintenance, mental stimulation, anxiety, and aggression - what do t... Hey there, GuineaGang!Dental maintenance, menta...

The Expert’s Guide to Common Injuries, Illnesses, and Infections in Guinea Pigs

The Expert’s Guide to Common Injuries...

The health and well-being of our pets is a priority to all of us. In an attempt to ensure that al... The health and well-being of our pets is a prio...

Can You Spot the Signs of Myxomatosis in Rabbits?

Can You Spot the Signs of Myxomatosis...

Hey there, BunnyGang! It often seems unfair that some of the sweetest and cutest animals are also... Hey there, BunnyGang! It often seems unfair tha...

Flystrike in Guinea Pigs

Hey GuineaGang! Like all animals, there are certain health issues that guinea pigs are going to b... Hey GuineaGang! Like all animals, there are cer...

Bumblefoot In Guinea Pigs

Hey there GuineaGang,Have you ever wondered about Bumblefoot in Guinea Pigs? Watch this short vi... Hey there GuineaGang,Have you ever wondered ab...

How to Keep a Guinea Pig Cool in Summer

(Updated 2023.07.07)Keeping Guinea Pigs Cool in the Summer Summer is upon us and while more sunsh... (Updated 2023.07.07)Keeping Guinea Pigs Cool in...

Do guinea pigs get cold? (2023 Update!)

Hey there, GuineaGang!Check out this video for a quick and fun summary! Guinea pigs do get col... Hey there, GuineaGang!Check out this video for ...

The Secret to a Healthy Guinea Pig: Hay!

Hello GuineaGang! Did you know that providing your guinea pig with hay is essential for their opt... Hello GuineaGang! Did you know that providing y...

Guinea Pig Vaccinations: Fact or Fiction?

Guinea Pig Vaccinations: Fact or Fict...

Hello, GuineaGang! If you're a new guinea pig owner, you may be wondering whether your furry frie... Hello, GuineaGang! If you're a new guinea pig o...

Don't Ignore These Guinea Pig Health Warning Signs: Poop and Appetite Edition!

Don't Ignore These Guinea Pig Health ...

Hello GuineaGang! As a responsible guinea pig owner, it's crucial to be aware of the signs that y... Hello GuineaGang! As a responsible guinea pig o...

Don't Ignore These Eye and Nose Symptoms in Your Guinea Pig!

Don't Ignore These Eye and Nose Sympt...

Hello GuineaGang, As adorable as guinea pigs are, they're susceptible to several health issues, a... Hello GuineaGang, As adorable as guinea pigs ar...

Beware! The Most Dangerous Vegetables for Guinea Pigs

Beware! The Most Dangerous Vegetables...

Hello GuineaGang! Today, we will talk about whether it's safe for guinea pigs to eat potatoes. Un... Hello GuineaGang! Today, we will talk about whe...

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Cut Your Guinea Pig’s Nails

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Cut Your...

Why Cutting Guinea Pig's Nail is Important You may be wondering, are you supposed to cut guinea... Why Cutting Guinea Pig's Nail is Important Yo...

Fecal impaction in guinea pigs

Unfortunately, as unpleasant as it is, impaction is something that can happen to any guinea pigs,... Unfortunately, as unpleasant as it is, impactio...

Ovarian cysts in guinea pigs

When it comes to ovarian cysts, this isn’t just a condition that can occur in humans! If you’ve e... When it comes to ovarian cysts, this isn’t just...

Tooth displacement and other guinea pig teeth problems

Tooth displacement and other guinea p...

One thing that guinea pig parents will always know for sure is the fact that guinea pig teeth are... One thing that guinea pig parents will always k...

Yersinia Infection in Guinea Pigs

What is Yersinia infection? Yersiniosis is the technical term that is used for the infectious co... What is Yersinia infection? Yersiniosis is the...

What causes diarrhea in guinea pigs?

No one likes talking about diarrhea, but it’s important that we can pinpoint the causes of this u... No one likes talking about diarrhea, but it’s i...

What is GI stasis in guinea pigs?

One of the most common reasons that guinea pigs visit the veterinarian, aside from infection, is ... One of the most common reasons that guinea pigs...

Is cardboard safe for guinea pigs?

Overall, cardboard can be safe for guinea pigs, but not all cardboard is made equally! While guin... Overall, cardboard can be safe for guinea pigs,...

Do guinea pigs need vaccinations?

While there are a multitude of vaccines available for more common pets like dogs and cats, it b... While there are a multitude of vaccines avail...

Do guinea pigs have periods?

If you’ve done your reading on guinea pigs, then you’ll know that guinea pigs can start breeding... If you’ve done your reading on guinea pigs, th...

What is satin syndrome?

Those who are uninformed will comment on how beautiful satin guinea pigs’ hair looks, how silky a... Those who are uninformed will comment on how be...

What to do when your guinea pig is overweight

What to do when your guinea pig is ov...

While we know we think that chubby, chunky animals can be super cute, overweight animals tend to... While we know we think that chubby, chunky ani...

Do guinea pigs fart?

Just like humans, guinea pigs do fart! If you’ve ever heard a tiny little toot, or even a longer... Just like humans, guinea pigs do fart! If you’...

Why is my guinea pig coughing?

In guinea pigs, coughing is not as common as sneezing is. In a study done on guinea pig airways a... In guinea pigs, coughing is not as common as sn...

Do guinea pigs have allergies?

Humans have allergies, cats have allergies, dogs have allergies, but do guinea pigs have allergie... Humans have allergies, cats have allergies, dog...

Why is calcium so important for guinea pigs?

Why is calcium so important for guine...

As a piggy parent, you may be wondering how calcium is both needed in a guinea pig diet, while al... As a piggy parent, you may be wondering how cal...

How do guinea pigs get lice?

Unfortunately, lice infestation, also known as pediculosis, can be pretty common in guinea pigs,... Unfortunately, lice infestation, also known as...

Why is vitamin C so important for guinea pigs?

Why is vitamin C so important for gui...

(Updated 2023.08.04) Hey GuineaGang, did you know guinea pigs can't produce their Vitamin C, mak... (Updated 2023.08.04) Hey GuineaGang, did you k...

How do guinea pigs get mites?

Unfortunately, our precious guinea pigs can suffer from parasites that feed on them and make thei... Unfortunately, our precious guinea pigs can suf...

How do guinea pigs get fungal infections?

How do guinea pigs get fungal infecti...

There are a number of infections that guinea pigs can suffer from, including ones in their urina... There are a number of infections that guinea p...

Is my guinea pig dehydrated?

In order to stay healthy, guinea pigs need a constant supply of hay and water, and they need to ... In order to stay healthy, guinea pigs need a c...

Why is my guinea pig sneezing?

Sneezing is just as normal for guinea pigs as it is for their human friends, and you may be wonde... Sneezing is just as normal for guinea pigs as i...

Can guinea pigs get eye infections?

The simple answer is yes, guinea pigs can get eye infections and unfortunately, they can be prett... The simple answer is yes, guinea pigs can get e...

What kinds of supplements do guinea pigs need?

What kinds of supplements do guinea p...

When it comes to the guinea pig diet, there’s a very important balance of vitamins and nutrients ... When it comes to the guinea pig diet, there’s a...

What to do when a guinea pig passes away

The unimaginable has happened, and now you’re looking for guidance on what to do next. You may ha... The unimaginable has happened, and now you’re l...

What is boar glue?

Here at GuineaDad, we’re always responding to DMs and comments on our social media from piggy par... Here at GuineaDad, we’re always responding to D...

Why do guinea pigs eat their poop?

If you’re a newer piggy parent, you may have observed some behaviors that aren’t too common in ot... If you’re a newer piggy parent, you may have ob...

Why is my guinea pig's butt yellow?

Have you looked at your piggy’s butt and noticed that it’s a yellowish color? You may be wonderin... Have you looked at your piggy’s butt and notice...

All about guinea pig feet

As we know as guinea pig enthusiasts, guinea pigs have quite a sensitive sense of touch, which me... As we know as guinea pig enthusiasts, guinea pi...

How to own guinea pigs even if you're allergic

How to own guinea pigs even if you're...

We know how heartbreaking it can be when you want to own a pet, but you or someone you live with ... We know how heartbreaking it can be when you wa...

GuineaDad Vegetable Master List: What kinds of vegetables can guinea pigs eat?

GuineaDad Vegetable Master List: What...

You may have noticed the influx of diet blogs we've been posting! The fruits (or veggies) of our ... You may have noticed the influx of diet blogs w...

The Complete Guide to Guinea Pig Teeth

Guinea pigs are interesting creatures with some pretty unique features, including their teeth. In... Guinea pigs are interesting creatures with some...

How To Tell If Your Guinea Pig Is Pregnant

How To Tell If Your Guinea Pig Is Pre...

Like most small rodents, guinea pig reproduction is rapid and ongoing when left unchecked. Howeve... Like most small rodents, guinea pig reproductio...

Scurvy in Guinea Pigs

Just like the importance of understanding your own health, you should research the health and po... Just like the importance of understanding your...

Toxic Foods for Guinea Pigs

Although most times guinea pigs are treated like any other pet in the house, such as a cat ... Although most times guinea pigs are treat...

Can Guinea Pigs Get COVID-19?

Over the last two years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve learned a lot and experie... Over the last two years since the start of the ...

Urinary Tract Infections in Guinea Pigs

Do you have a guinea pig as a pet? Guinea pigs, also known as Cavia porcellus by scientists, are ... Do you have a guinea pig as a pet? Guinea pigs,...

Upper Respiratory Infections in Guinea Pigs

Upper Respiratory Infections in Guine...

What is Upper Respiratory Disease in Guinea Pigs? This is a disease that if not attended to quic... What is Upper Respiratory Disease in Guinea Pi...

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Grapes?

Whether you are new to the world of guinea pigs or a seasoned veteran, it is important to stay up... Whether you are new to the world of guinea pigs...

What is a Guinea Pig's Lifespan?

Watch this short video for a summary! Domesticated guinea pigs have an average lifespan of 5-7 ... Watch this short video for a summary! Domesti...

How to Bathe a Guinea Pigs

Before you jump right into bathing your guinea pig, let's first review whether we should bathe a ... Before you jump right into bathing your guinea ...

Guinea Pig Care: Common Health Problems (Scurvy, Bladder Stones, & More)

Guinea Pig Care: Common Health Proble...

It's always tough watching your guinea pigs struggle with health issues, but as an owner it is im... It's always tough watching your guinea pigs str...

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