Specialist Colitis in guinea pigs?

[samji]

Happy Easter!

Jack (my boar) and I have a long standing battle with his bloating and pooping. After many trips to the exotic vet as his symptoms aren't always the same, she thinks he has colitis.

I'm treating with metacam, metaclopramide and zantac syrup with fibroplex but I'm wondering what else I can do to help.

He's approved but as this is long term I'm wondering if anyone else has any experience or advice as i can't find much. He's still a happy pig and wants his veggies and can rumble to his cage Mate!

Any advice is appreciated

Thanks

Jack, Leo and Samantha

 

[Wiebke]

Happy Easter!

Jack (my boar) and I have a long standing battle with his bloating and pooping. After many trips to the exotic vet as his symptoms aren't always the same, she thinks he has colitis.

I'm treating with metacam, metaclopramide and zantac syrup with fibroplex but I'm wondering what else I can do to help.

He's approved but as this is long term I'm wondering if anyone else has any experience or advice as i can't find much. He's still a happy pig and wants his veggies and can rumble to his cage Mate!

Any advice is appreciated

Thanks

Jack, Leo and Samantha

My Pili Pala was eventually diagnosed with IBS syndrome. She was on metacam, zantac, emeprid (rather than metoclopramide, which mainly helps to empty the bowels; something that is not much of an issue in guinea pigs) and cisapride - the latter really did the trick for her.
They are pretty much the available drugs for any chronic digestive problems.

Your vet may want and try to see whether the latter two drugs can help bring the symptoms more under control with your piggy, too.
They are not licensed and you will need to sign a form as for any use of non-licensed drugs.

@Jaycey @helen105281 @furryfriends (TEAS) @Abi_nurse

 

[samji]

My Pili Pala was eventually diagnosed with IBS syndrome. She was on metacam, zantac, emeprid (rather than metoclopramide, which mainly helps to empty the bowels; something that is not much of an issue in guinea pigs) and cisapride - the latter really did the trick for her.
They are pretty much the available drugs for any chronic digestive problems.

Your vet may want and try to see whether the latter two drugs can help bring the symptoms more under control with your piggy, too.
They are not licensed and you will need to sign a form as for any use of non-licensed drugs.

@Jaycey @helen105281 @furryfriends (TEAS) @Abi_nurse

Thank you for your reply. He needed to empty bowls as we could feel poops in him.. poor lad. He seems to be getting better but it's the on going management of his symptoms and ensuring he doesnt really flare up.

Did you find that Pili Pala had any trigger foods? I know every pig is different but just trying to find out more. He won't eat banana.

Thanks!

 

[Wiebke]

Thank you for your reply. He needed to empty bowls as we could feel poops in him.. poor lad. He seems to be getting better but it's the on going management of his symptoms and ensuring he doesnt really flare up.

Did you find that Pili Pala had any trigger foods? I know every pig is different but just trying to find out more. He won't eat banana.

Thanks!

Hi!

Pili didn't have any trigger foods, but you may find our diet recommendations for guinea pigs with ongoing digestive problems helpful. The recommended diet will remove most foods that can cause problems, some of which you may not necessarily suspect.
Long Term Balanced General And Special Needs Guinea Pig Diets