Expert Tip: Guinea Pig Coat and Cage Care

Guinea pigs are not as difficult to care for and do not require as much attention as other pets. In the article we will talk about the important rules for caring for a small animal.

Do guinea pigs need to be bathed

Guinea pigs are bathed only if necessary, when the animal is accidentally dirty. It should be a bowl of warm water. After bathing, the pig is thoroughly wiped and dried.

Why you can't wet a guinea pig just like that

Frequent washing upsets the pH balance of the skin, making it more vulnerable to skin conditions such as dandruff (fungus). In addition, this is a huge stress for the animal (one has only to look at the eyes bulging from fear and a rapid heartbeat), against which diseases and worse are activated.

How to clean a guinea pig's cage

Do not use household cleaners to clean the cage, they can not only cause an allergic reaction in the animal, but also lead to poisoning. The cage is thoroughly cleaned once a week. As for general cleaning, it is carried out once a month.

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• 22 July 2023

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