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Yes they can. Inadequate intake of Vitamin C can lead to the proliferation of intestinal parasites. Adult Guinea Pigsmusthave 25 mg of Vitamin C each and every day. It is almost impossible for them to get adequate vitamin C from fruits and vegetables. Also Guinea Pig pellets even though enriched with vitamin C do not maintain adequate levels to ensure that the pigs get enough vitamin C. If vitamin C intake is inadequate parasites can invade their digestive system and cause diarrhea resulting in dehydration, weight loss, and death following very quickly. The best way to ensure adequate intake of vitamin C is to buy liquid Vitamin C (in a glass bottle that is dark brown and keep refrigerated, dark brown to prevent light from weakening the vitamin C) and give them 25 mg each day. You can't add it to water because it quickly loses potency. Use a syringe to administer it to the pig. They may not like it at first but they get used to it. It is for their own good.
I guess it is possible if it isn't tooken care of after a very long period of time, but, you can fix it by going to the vet, or buying ivermectin online, or at a store. if you need more information, contact me @ michellecroop@gmail.com
Michelle.
not always, with the right treatment they will be fine but fleas carry disease and if they are living on the animal for long the animal can become very ill and possibly die.
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Can your guinea pig die from mites?
If you leave it long enough, yes. :(
Does betting need to be changed if a guinea pig has mites?
yes.if your pig has mites then you should clean the bedding out.
Can people get ear mites from guinea pigs?
it depends on if you get close and personal with your guinea pig and they have ear mites. the best thing to do is look for the same symptoms as your guinea pig had and go to the doctor as soon as possible.
Your guinea pig has small yellow creatures crawling in its fur what is this?
It is possible that the small yellow creatures are mites or lice. These parasites can cause discomfort and skin irritation to your guinea pig. It is important to consult a veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment to protect your guinea pig's health.
Why does a guinea pig jump around in circles?
Because it has mites.
Can a guinea pig get mites?
OH YES. Guinea pigs get mites sometimes. Make sure you get your guinea pig from a place that is clean and takes care of their pets well. Because when my friend got her guinea pig, she got it from a crappy store in the mall, and it had mites. If your guinea pig does happen to get mites, you get rid of them by shampooing them with special mite shampoo.
What bugs can be found on a guinea pig?
fleas,lice,ticks,&mites
My guinea pig has ear mites so can you use miticide for cats on your guinea pig?
No. Go to the vetrinarian and chance is your guinea pig will be left there for about two weeks. If you think they are ear mites they could also be ear worms, which look thye same. (flaky scaby ears)
Can someone give you some advice please your guinea pig is losing its fur and has a sore on its back re scratching could it be mites?
well .... it could be that your guinea pig has mites but it could also be something from outside. Something you can do to please your guinea pig is to masauge it in back of its ears.
What does it mean if your guinea pig chews its hair?
When your guinea pig chews its hair, there is something in its fur like mites or fleas. You should ask your veternarian
Why are mites on your guinea pigs eyes?
Guinea pigs can get mites for several reasons, they may pick it up from another animal or they may just be living in an environment that needs to be clean. If your guinea pig has mites take it to a vet or call one IMMEDIATELY.
What could be wrong with your guinea pig if she has some scabby areas on her back side and they itch her?
This sounds like mites to me. I'd take her into the vet. :( Your guinea pig probably has mites.Take him/her to a small animal vet and they will give you the proper medicine.Don't put off going to the vet,if the mites get bad enough they can kill a guinea pig.
