Can guinea pigs survive a cold?

Whereas you may hear that other pets can sometimes tolerate the cold; Guinea Pigs simply cannot, and when faced with an ill equipped hutch will genuinely freeze to death. Anything under 15 degrees is considered too cold for them and can increase the risk of stress, illness and death.

What can a vet do for a sick guinea pig?

Sick guinea pigs may require hospitalization and supportive care, including intravenous fluids and syringe feeding, as well as surgery to remove the stones. Regular, annual veterinary check-ups can help detect problems, such as urinary tract stones, in guinea pigs before they develop into life-threatening emergencies.

How do I know if my guinea pig has a cold?

Respiratory disease is very, very common in guinea pigs. Upper respiratory disease can cause signs that look very similar to what people suffer when they have a cold. Eyes are runny and red, there is discharge from both nostrils, and they even sound stuffy. These signs can get worse if not treated.

How do you unblock a guinea pig’s nose?

What To Do If Your Guinea Pig Has A Runny Nose (Treatments)

1. Antibiotics.
2. Anti-Inflammatory Agents.
3. Antihistamines. Providing appropriate healthcare. Keep nostrils clear of discharge.
4. Vitamin C.
5. Pellets.
6. Fresh vegetables and fruits.
7. Sufficient water.
8. Frequent follow-ups by a veterinary doctor.

What is the coldest temperature guinea pigs can live in?

Your Guinea Pig’s Preferred Climate Some rodents, like ground squirrels or Eastern chipmunks, hibernate when the weather turns cold, but guinea pigs don’t. Instead, guinea pigs are most comfortable in air temperatures of about 65°F to 75°F. Anything below about 60°F is probably too cold for your pig.

Should you cover a guinea pig’s cage at night?

Covering the whole cage at night can create problems and affect your guinea pigs breathing. That means that you should only cover part of their cage at night. This ensures that the cage remains properly ventilated while still letting in some light.

How do you save a dying guinea pig?

A dying guinea pig will become very weak and unable to feed or water himself as his death approaches. You can make his passing less uncomfortable by offering him water from a spoon, syringe, or water bottle. Blend or mix a guinea pig “smoothie” that contains hay, water and ground up pellets and feed it to him.

Is it bad if my guinea pig sneezes?

A guinea pig sneezes between two and four times a day. This is entirely normal and isn’t cause for concern. However, anything more than that could be a sign of an allergic reaction to something or a respiratory infection.

How do you treat a guinea pig from sneezing?

A URI can usually be easily treated with antibiotics, as long as it is caught EARLY (this is so important!). If left, it can be fatal, so don’t mess around if you have suspicions and seek the advice of your vet without delay.

How do I know if my guinea pig has pneumonia?

Signs of pneumonia include oozing or discharge from the nose, sneezing, and difficulty breathing. In addition, guinea pigs with pneumonia may have conjunctivitis (pink eye), fever, weight loss, depression, or loss of appetite.

Is my guinea pig sneezing?

Guinea pigs can sometimes expel air from their nose and sneeze as we do. This will sound very high-pitched, but is unmistakably a sneeze. If your guinea pig is sneezing a lot, then it may be cause for concern, as it could be indicative of an infection or an allergy.

How do I keep my guinea pigs warm in the winter?

Fill all hides with soft hay to allow the guinea pigs areas to retreat to if the temperature is cold. During freezing weather, you can use pet safe snuggle pads to keep them warm. Cover drinking bottles with bubble wrap to keep from freezing, check bowls regularly to make sure they have not frozen over

What to do if your guinea pig is sick?

Keep the infected guinea pig isolated from other, healthy animals. When you handle him or clean his cage, wear protective gloves, wash your hands, disinfect the area frequently, wear a paper mask over your nose and mouth if you want, etc. Do all the things you would normally do to avoid catching a cold from another person.

Can guinea pigs get a head cold?

With people, that may not be a bad thing but in guinea pigs, not eating can lead to other serious issues and the cause of the head cold should be addressed quickly. The question is what to treat for.

What happens if a guinea pig does not eat?

These signs can get worse if not treated. Guinea pigs are like us when we get a head cold — they feel so bad that they do not want to eat. With people, that may not be a bad thing but in guinea pigs, not eating can lead to other serious issues and the cause of the head cold should be addressed quickly.

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