Guinea Pig Skin Problems?
Emma G asked:
I have noticed that one of my guinea pigs has very dry skin, some of it even flaky. Just like she has eczema or something. I have also noticed like a black mark on her, like she has a mole on her and this is also flaking. She doesn’t seem to be in pain and she isn’t itchin. I’ve made an appointment for the vets but I would just like to know if any other guinea pig owners has had the same problem and if so, what casued it?
I have noticed that one of my guinea pigs has very dry skin, some of it even flaky. Just like she has eczema or something. I have also noticed like a black mark on her, like she has a mole on her and this is also flaking. She doesn’t seem to be in pain and she isn’t itchin. I’ve made an appointment for the vets but I would just like to know if any other guinea pig owners has had the same problem and if so, what casued it?
Many Thanks
i just went to the vet with something just like it for my pig! if its like grey and stuff then its mange its treatable dont worry and it will only sread to other pigs. they will give it a need and some other stuff to feed and and it will be good! but only is its mange if not then i dont know good luck Kendra
My guinea pig had a skin problem, but hers was itchy and we took her to the vet. She had mites so we had to bath her in salt water once a day. It soon cleared up. Chances are it is not too serious and the vet will give you some cream or antibiotics. Good job for getting an appointment and not leaving her to get worse! Laura
Could be mites, could be fungal, best let the vet decide as there are different treatments depending on the underlying cause. Could even be hormonal (might be a sign of ovarian cysts). Piggy