What should I do if my guinea pig is constipated?

What should I do if my guinea pig is constipated?

If you see a fecal mass blocking the anus and don‘t mind getting hands-on, you can take direct action to solve the guinea pig’s constipation. Wash your hands. Scrub thoroughly with an antibacterial soap. This will reduce the chances of any infectious germs being transmitted to your guinea pig. Put gloves on.

What does it mean when a guinea pig poop?

Impaction – poop trouble! Impaction is the build up of faecal material in the anal sack of the guinea pig. When you look at your guinea pig you may notice that there is a big ‘plug like’ area that is full of poop. This is both painful for the guinea pig and at its worst can kill your guinea pig.

How to get a guinea pig to stop bloating?

Ensure the room is quiet.  immobilize by holding him around the body, neck and shoulders. With your middle finger flick quite hard once or twice on each side, as if you are trying to flick something off your thumb. If the problem is caused by gas there will be a distinct difference in the sound from each side. If not, move on to liquid bloat.

When to take your guinea pig to the vet?

You should take your guinea pig to see a veterinarian if you notice any signs of constipation because constipation is rare in guinea pigs. Signs of constipation include: Monitor the situation carefully. Make a note of exactly how long your pet has been constipated.

If your guinea pigs constipation is temporary, then you have the following two options: You should offer your guinea pigs a small dosage of laxatives. You should physically stimulate your guinea pigs into pooping. The technique that you adopt depends on how severe your guinea pigs constipation is.

How can you tell if your guinea pig is sick?

Since guinea pigs are able to hide the symptoms so well, we have to use the little clues they leave us. Unlike dogs and cats, guinea pigs don’t vomit, which is usually a tale-tell sign that a pet is sick.

What should the poop look like on a guinea pig?

The color of guinea pigs poop should be medium to dark brown. If you discover the poop small or misshapen, then your piggie must have a partial blockage in their gut. Your guinea pigs poop should be firm and solid when it is fresh.

You should take your guinea pig to see a veterinarian if you notice any signs of constipation because constipation is rare in guinea pigs. Signs of constipation include: Monitor the situation carefully. Make a note of exactly how long your pet has been constipated.