I have a 3 year old female guinea pig who stopped eating and drinking 4 weeks ago. She has been to a Vet who specializes in guinea pigs. I have been syringe feeding for 4 weeks and medicating with antibiotics, pain meds, gas reducing meds, and bowel and appatite stimulants. She is not getting any better and the Vet says it's because of the fatty liver disease and once under control she will get better. Will she get better? This has become very, very expensive. I don't want to give up on her but I need to know if this will ever end. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
2006-07-06 10:00:42 · 16 answers · asked by concerned 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Part of the problem is that guinea pig pellets have an extremely high fat content that can contribute to the development of fatty liver disease in guinea pigs. In addition to the pellets, you should try feeding your lil cavy an assortment of veggies and a few fruits (apples are particular favorites I've noticed). Also, include some timothy hay, (available at most pet stores) for them to eat. This lower nutrient diet will help prevent further problems with your pig's weight. I know right now she isn't eating on her own, but try offering her some of these veggies and fruit. Don't overdo the fruit, it can cause diarrhea in too heavy a quantity, but it may entice her to eat.
That's an awful lot of meds for such a little girl, she may also be overmedicated. My best advice to you is to try for a little while longer, but love her while she's here. The average age I've seen guinea pigs live to is usually 4 or 5 years (though i've seen one that lived to be 8). With fatty liver disease there really isn't a definitive timeline of recovery. They either do or don't. I'm sorry to be the bearer of potentially bad tidings, but I think it's important to be honest with you. This is a common condition among cavs. Good luck, and I applaud you for being such a good pet owner and caring about your pet so much.
2006-07-06 10:23:49 · answer #1 · answered by bibliophile_1976 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-14 11:01:43 · answer #2 · answered by Stephanie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
did the vet say what caused this problem? I have a piggy who's about a year old, Molly eats mostly raw veggies and is incredibly healthy - doesn't smell, either. She doesn't eat much of her guinea pig food, she much prefers the veggies, won't eat any fruit other than apples. The vet said she's one of the healthiest cavys he's ever seen, so I want to make sure she dtays that way! Good luck with your little one, hope she's better soon.
2006-07-06 10:07:57 · answer #3 · answered by woodlands127 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give her syringe feeding for another week and the try to let her eat on her own.when doing this,give her a small portion of guinea pig food.(there some food that is scientifically proved to help the liver but it VERY expensive!!!)if the food is gone in 24hrs give her a slightly bigger portion the next day.continue to do this for one week.if not,continue to syringe feed.then see vet.
hope this helps!!
2006-07-06 10:17:31 · answer #4 · answered by breanna b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bake a healthy breakfast ahead of time to ensure you don't grab a sugary scone on the run.
2017-03-11 16:35:21 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-03-10 09:15:40 · answer #6 · answered by Galbraith 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear of your piggie. Here are some webs that might be of some help. You should be mixing in some of her poop, because antibotics kill the digestive enzimes. Fatty liver is one thing I haven't dealt with. I would like to know what meds she is on.
http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/
http://www.talktothevet.com/VETERINARIANS/veterinarians.HTM
http://guinealynx.com/
http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/guineapig
2006-07-06 17:12:12 · answer #7 · answered by Who am I? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you can steer clear of 500 unhealthy calories each day you'll be able to shed the lb weekly.
2016-02-11 22:26:49 · answer #8 · answered by Sanora 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To forfeit pounds you will need to ingest as well as shed 3, 500 calories for every single pound
2016-02-21 18:20:14 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aim for a 300- for you to 400-calorie meal.
2016-07-11 03:58:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋