Hi, 1 week ago I was noticing that my guinea pig was itching a lot more and tended to be more scared by his fellow piggies. Therefore I decided to just check up on him, then I found out red dots and a lil scabbing on his back. He also began to bald as when I brushed him more than usual hair came out. I searched it up and I think its mange mites but I just want you guys to see what you think because the nearest vet is like 5 hours away. His name is Teddy, Male, Abyssinian and he is 3 years old. Do you guys also know how guinea pigs get mites so that I can prevent it next time? Also I checked on my other guinea pigs and they do not show and type of symptoms.
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Does my guinea pig have mange mites?
- Thread starter Whatup
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I’m sorry to hear that.
You will need to see a vet - we cannot diagnose anything as we are not vets and we cannot have access to your piggy
Piggies tend to have mites on their skin all the time but they are kept in check by the immune system. If the immune system is compromised in any way then the mites can take hold.
Please do see a vet and to be prescribed the correct course of treatment. Don’t be tempted to use any pet shop parasite products. All piggies will need to be treated and you also need to undertake disinfection of the cage and furnishings
The guide below explains further
New Guinea Pig Problems: Sexing & Pregnancy; URI, Ringworm & Parasites; Vet Checks & Customer Rights
You will need to see a vet - we cannot diagnose anything as we are not vets and we cannot have access to your piggy
Piggies tend to have mites on their skin all the time but they are kept in check by the immune system. If the immune system is compromised in any way then the mites can take hold.
Please do see a vet and to be prescribed the correct course of treatment. Don’t be tempted to use any pet shop parasite products. All piggies will need to be treated and you also need to undertake disinfection of the cage and furnishings
The guide below explains further
New Guinea Pig Problems: Sexing & Pregnancy; URI, Ringworm & Parasites; Vet Checks & Customer Rights