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Guinea pigs / Health
A guinea pig's eyes are a genuine window into its overall health. Because guinea pigs are prey animals that hide illness well, changes around the eyes are often one of the first visible clues that som
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Guinea pigs / Breeds
Breeding guinea pigs is far riskier than many first-time owners expect, and most experienced vets and rescues actively discourage it for pet owners. If you are considering it, understanding the real r
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Guinea pigs / Getting Started
Skin parasites are common in pet guinea pigs and can range from a mild, manageable nuisance to a severe, distressing condition depending on which parasite is involved. Knowing the difference helps you
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Guinea pigs / Getting Started
Of all the health risks covered in this series, heatstroke is arguably the most relevant to Indian owners. Guinea pigs are native to the cooler Andes region and have no efficient way to cool themselve
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Guinea pigs / Behaviour
Bladder stones, also called uroliths, are one of the more common and painful conditions seen in pet guinea pigs. Unlike in some other animals, they cannot be dissolved with medication or diet once for
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Guinea pigs / Getting Started
Pet shops in India often push products that are unnecessary, or in some cases actively harmful, to guinea pigs. This list separates what a guinea pig genuinely needs from what to leave on the shelf.
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