How much does it cost to treat 3 guinea pigs who (may) have mites/fungus?

Question

How much does it cost if I take them to the vet? And how much without going to the vet (perhaps some remedies are over-the-counter or off-the-shelf?).

How much for:

1.5mg ivermectin
30mg Advantage
liquid griseofulvin (150mg active ingredient?)
tablet griseofulvin (150mg active ingredient?)
povidone-iodine shampoo
elimite cream
lindane shampoo
selenium sulphide shampoo
itraconazole shampoo
ketoconazole shampoo (e.g. Nizoral)
Revolution (selamectin)

Which of the above list needs a prescription (and by vet or human physician)? What country is your pricing valid for? Where & how can I get the drug(s)/product(s)?

I would just like to add
witchhazel
&
Listerine
to the list.

The list is so I could have alternative treatement options. Don't worry, I fully intend to do a drug lookup for details on dosage, etc before I buy/treat the pigs with any of them.

Answer 1

You have obviously been doing some research on this. What I recommend is trying neem oil. This is available at most pharmacies, is about 2 dollars and will eliminate mites in about ten days if applied once or twice a day. Good luck.

Answer 2

You really need to go to the vet and discuss this with them. Some of the products you've listed are entirely inappropriate for guinea pigs, and some of them are useless against mites or fungus (like Advantage).

A checkup for a vet will be generally between $30 and $50, and it depends on how much/how many repetitions of the medication it will require.

Given this list you have produced, you should NOT try to treat your guinea pigs yourself. Go to a vet with experience in guinea pigs.

Answer 3

could you do me a quick favor and answer my question in my profile i think you would have the best answer anyway this is all i can tell you you won't know unless you try read on

the most important part of the answer is at the top just incase you do not feel like reading
If you go and buy the product and it does not tell you how to use it then you should not have bought it in the first place cause it probably does not work as well as it should unless it is homemade


THE HOMEMADE ANTI-MITE RECIPE FOR HAMSTERS!

1 pint of room temperature water
1 Tablespoon of Witchhazel
1 Tablespoon of Listerine (not flavored)

first off listerine and witchhazel is not going to kill your gerbils just don't let them drink it by the bottles or at all it is ok to leave it there for a little while while you treat all of them and the cage so do it already treat them well and if it does not work and you did it right then feel free to come and grip at me but trust me if you did it right you will not have to the 2 main products keep them away as well and they are not expensive compared to all the other products

TREATMENT PROCEDURE:
Apply the solution to the mite infected hamster externally with a WASHCLOTH MEANING you don't drench them in it it should be like a sponge bath so that all of the soultion covers there body mites can't live through the ingredints in the listerine ever put a spider in a cap full of rubbing alchol what happens it dies thats what same effect for mites
or put the solution in a spray bottle and lightly spray the hamster while being careful to protect the eyes, nose and mouth. After you treat the hamster it is important to clean your hamster's cage and accessories thoroughly, change the bedding and spray the solution lightly in the cage and on the hamster's toys and accessories.
Witchhazel can often be found in grocery stores but is more commonly found at your local drug store.

Please note: This is not to be taken internally, it is a topical (on the skin) treatment.
UPDATE: According to Ken, the hamster guru, this recipe has been proven effective to treat mite infestations through a number of user testimonials. So rest easy young hamsterite, I think your hamster is gonna pull through! i hope you slove this problem soon

Answer 4

Guinea pigs are very affectionate and always like to cuddle (preferably on a daily basis) but how much they like to run a round and play depends on the guinea pig. Some are very athletic and others just like to relax. Also, if you get a wheel or one of those balls that they can roll around in, make sure they are returnable (some guinea pigs don't know how to use it and never catch on, believe me I've tried) and make sure that it is the appropriate size (it will probably say that it can be used for guinea pigs) because when you first get a cavie (baby guinea pig) they almost fit into the palm of your hand but they grow A LOT!!! Mine is now from my wrist to my elbow! In terms of cost, they consume a lot of food (be sure to give them hay EVERY DAY, its their main food source; timothy hay is a good type of hay, not brand, type) and like to be bought together (try not to only get one, its better to get two or more for the happiness of the guinea pig) and like large cages (mine is about 20" by 37" but it will probably be fine as long as they have enough room to run around in, mine loves the extra space) and the cage will have to be changed usually about once a week (though it will vary depending on how much your guinea pig uses the bathroom) so you'll have to get wood shavings (NOT the kind found in a wood shop, it must be specifically for animals!). You should also get a guinea pig guide that tells you about guinea pig body language, what they can and cannot eat, etc. I am not sure what the cost will be, but be sure to do some research before you get your guinea pig on what you're getting so that you can get and idea of what it will cost. Oh, and ALWAYS consult with vet for advise as to what exactly to feed it and how much (make sure whatever you feed it for guinea pigs, if its for hamsters and not for guinea pigs [it could be both] then DON'T give it to your guinea pig, hamsters have different digestive tracts, if your not sure if its OK for guinea pigs, ask someone who works at the store). Have fun!

Answer 5

Read this: http://www.guinealynx.info/mites.html and http://www.guinealynx.info/fungus.html

Don't take your guinea pigs to a cat-and-dog vet. Specifically look for an Exotics vet.

Answer 6

my (2) guinnies had mites and when we brought them to the vets, it cost $50. they only charged for one. if ur lucky it will be $50 or less than $100