Is this normal breathing?

[xoblickyuh]

I got a guinea pig as a gift for my birthday 4 days ago and I am new to guinea pigs so pardon my ignorance. He's young and has been eating, drinking and sleeping fine. I thought his breathing looks a bit harsh.... I attached a video. Any ideas?

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[Piggies&buns]

I haven’t opened the video but if you are concerned about breathing in a piggy then please see a vet. It’s never worth risking when it comes to breathing issues and only a hands on check by a vet listening to the chest can tell you if there is something wrong

Does piggy have a companion? Guinea pigs are social creatures and should not be kept alone.

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[Deleted member 148738]

Morning. His breathing looks a little harsh to me. I have 4 pigs and none breath like that.

 

[weepweeps]

Hello and welcome to the forum.

Any breathing issues need to be checked out with a vet. Piggies can become ill very quickly as they hide their illnesses well.

 

[aredgrave90]

I'm not an expert, but none of my piggies have ever breathed like that. I would take him to a vet as quickly as possible. Health problems in piggies progress very quickly. Best of luck, I hope he's okay!

 

[xoblickyuh]

Thanks all for input, I'm looking for a vet at the moment.

 

[aredgrave90]

Best wishes to you and the little guy! It must be so stressful to have this happen so soon after getting him.

 

[Popcorns & Wheeks]

Oh dear, I'm sorry to see your little one breathing this way. I hope you have managed to get him to the vet. Please keep us posted and let us know how he is doing. I hope he is OK.

 

[Popcorns & Wheeks]

Hi, any news on your little one? Hope he's ok.