Burning urine ( on human skin)

[Ginny&Cheeky]

Hi guys! So my guinea pig ( Cheeky) had been making grunting/moaning sounds whilst peeing for a while- I’m giving him vitamin c in his water but mum refuses to take him to the vet to get checked out for UTI ( our last piggy died there when we left him there for care while we were away, and they are a general animal centre and have no experience with small animals. Also there are no other vets nearby. I’ve tried so hard to get her to let us! Like I’ll pay and everything but she won’t.) anyway, so he did it again a few minutes ago, and I could see a slimy thing on his bottom, so I went to the barthroom to help him wash it off- but it got on my hand and BURNED! I have a slight skin irritation around my fingers but the skin wasn’t broken and I don’t think normal urine ought to have burnt my hand like that. I know this is a weird story but I just need some help! Any idea what this could be? If there’s medicine or something I’m allowed to buy it online or at this big farm supplies place, so open to suggestions . Thank you!

 

[Piggies&buns]

I'm afraid we can't know what it might have been to cause you a burn - seeing a doctor if your skin is now painful would be a good idea

I'm sorry your mum wont allow you to go to the vet. You cannot buy any medication as you dont know what is actually wrong or what the correct medication or dosage would be. Your piggy does need to see a vet to have diagnosis and the correct medication prescribed.

Please dont put vitamin c in the water - it can cause them to drink less as it can change the taste of the water. A piggy with a good hay based diet will be getting enough vitamin c but vitamin c alone will not cure any illness.

 

[WobblyPiggy]

Hi, it sounds like you might have a slight allergy to the pee...it can develop randomly and can come and go...I personally get more itchy with my male piggy if he pees or licks me rather than my female...although its not all the time...just keep your skin clean and see if you can find some cream for your skin to help soothe it...if it carries on maybe go get yourself seen...although I would keep asking about the vet as it sounds like your piggy needs to be looked at...unfortunately if there is something amiss leaving him will result in the same outcome...it can be terrifying when you loose a pet to trust the same people to see them...I'm not too sure about medication for your piggy but if you have a look through this forum there could be some helpful info or I personally look to the LA Guinea Pigs as I find their page helpful and they're very friendly if you message them...

 

[Lady Kelly]

Hi, it sounds like you might have a slight allergy to the pee...it can develop randomly and can come and go...I personally get more itchy with my male piggy if he pees or licks me rather than my female...although its not all the time...just keep your skin clean and see if you can find some cream for your skin to help soothe it...if it carries on maybe go get yourself seen...although I would keep asking about the vet as it sounds like your piggy needs to be looked at...unfortunately if there is something amiss leaving him will result in the same outcome...it can be terrifying when you loose a pet to trust the same people to see them...I'm not too sure about medication for your piggy but if you have a look through this forum there could be some helpful info or I personally look to the LA Guinea Pigs as I find their page helpful and they're very friendly if you message them...

Please be aware that only qualified vets can diagnose and recommend treatments for animals based on those diagnoses. No matter how experienced someone is with guinea pigs, whether that's a rescue or any of our members on here, they are not qualified to diagnose health conditions or prescribe medication

 

[Swissgreys]

Hi guys! So my guinea pig ( Cheeky) had been making grunting/moaning sounds whilst peeing for a while- I’m giving him vitamin c in his water but mum refuses to take him to the vet to get checked out for UTI ( our last piggy died there when we left him there for care while we were away, and they are a general animal centre and have no experience with small animals. Also there are no other vets nearby. I’ve tried so hard to get her to let us! Like I’ll pay and everything but she won’t.) anyway, so he did it again a few minutes ago, and I could see a slimy thing on his bottom, so I went to the barthroom to help him wash it off- but it got on my hand and BURNED! I have a slight skin irritation around my fingers but the skin wasn’t broken and I don’t think normal urine ought to have burnt my hand like that. I know this is a weird story but I just need some help! Any idea what this could be? If there’s medicine or something I’m allowed to buy it online or at this big farm supplies place, so open to suggestions . Thank you!

I am not sure where you are in Qld, but have you tried contacting Queensland Guinea Pig Refuge and asking what vet they would recommend?
They may be able to help you find one who has more experience with guinea pigs in your area.
I am sorry Cheeky seems to be having problems with peeing.
I know this may sound harsh, but he really does need to see a vet for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
Anything you can buy from a farm shop or over the counter may not treat the actual problem, so I would be wary of places that offer advice on how to treat something when they haven't even seen your guinea pig.

Please explain to your Mum that as the responsible adult in the home it is her legal responsibility to make sure Cheeky receives adequate care and that includes medical treatment when necessary.
I know it is tricky, particularly after your previous bad experience with the vets, but he really needs a hands on examination so he can get the treatment he needs.

 

[Bill & Ted]

I think you have an allergy to guinea pig urine too. I’m the same with rabbits and hay, the slightest scratch causes me to come up in blisters/hives