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A Comprehensive Hay Guide for Guinea Pigs (incl. providers in several ...
...Guinea pigs daily requirement of vitamin C is around 10-30mg (Guinea Piggles, 2018a), however it is recommended to rely on vegetables for them to get their vitamin C rather than hay....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/a-comprehensive-hay-guide-for-guinea-pigs-incl-providers-in-several-countries.168780/
Barbering (Eating Hair) - The Guinea Pig Forum
...Guinea pigs don?t develop hair balls in their intestines, so it is not a dangerous habit. Will the hair grow back? Yes, barbered hairs grow back immediately and quickly to normal short-hair length within around a month in short-haired guinea pigs. Long-haired guinea pigs take obviously somewhat longer. What can I do to prevent barbering?...
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/barbering-eating-hair.132650/
Weight - Monitoring and Management (Underweight ... - The Guinea Pig Forum
...The generally accepted weight-range for adult guinea pigs is 800-1500g (900-1300g on average) although this covers only about 80% of all guinea pigs. This doesn?t mean in any way that larger or smaller guinea pigs won?t be healthy and or not able to live a normal life-span....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/weight-monitoring-and-management-underweight-overweight.168323/
Complete Syringe Feeding Guide | The Guinea Pig Forum
...Very ill guinea pigs are usually not cooperative until they realise that syringe feed is contributing to making them feel better in themselves. Alternatively, if your pig is likely to fidget or struggle, wrap the pig in a towel or use a product designed specifically for feeding or giving medication such as the following....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/complete-syringe-feeding-guide.115359/
A Detailed Guide For Fleece Bedding | The Guinea Pig Forum
...- How do I prevent my guinea pigs from burrowing underneath the fleece?1 What is a fleece cage liner?What is a fleece cage liner and how does it work? A fleece cage liner consists of at least 2 layers, and most commonly 3 layers. The top layer is fleece, which essentially offers a dry layer for your guinea pigs to live on....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/a-detailed-guide-for-fleece-bedding.168444/
New Guinea Pigs: How to Best Manage Arrival and Settling In
...Intro 1 What to do on arrival at home - A welcome in piggy language - Health check, sexing and weighing - Quarantine or not if you have other guinea pigs? 2 Helping your guinea pigs to settle in - Some practical tips for settling in new guinea pigs - Avoiding predatory behaviours - Skittish or......
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/new-guinea-pigs-how-to-best-manage-arrival-and-settling-in.204058/
A - Z of Guinea Pig Behaviours - The Guinea Pig Forum
...Single Guinea Pigs - Challenges and Responsibilities Who is the Boss - Your Guinea Pig or You? B- Back foot swipe A swipe with a back foot is about the equivalent of an elbow in your ribs. It is not at all uncommon in group life when there are regular scrums or a tussle....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/a-z-of-guinea-pig-behaviours.195812/
Cage Liners .... fleece vs sawdust | The Guinea Pig Forum
...Oh, and it works nicely with the soft fleece beds, cuddle cups, etc. made for guinea pigs. Sometimes bedding tends to stick to these type of fabric accessories. Yes this exactly. My piggies love their cuddle blanket but can only use it outside the cage. What would you recommend to put under the fleece? A towel?...
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/cage-liners-fleece-vs-sawdust.92984/
Gabapentin use, advice sought please | The Guinea Pig Forum
...My vet has considered Gabapentin but hasn?t been unable to find enough information on its use in guinea pigs, or the correct dosage. The other concern is the effect in use, does it cause lethargy/confusion, as it can in humans....
https://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/threads/gabapentin-use-advice-sought-please.194644/