2007-02-25 02:19:48 · 14 answers · asked by sheep_and_cows_go_quack 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
He has fresh fruit or veg every day and hes on the same diet as my other 3 guinea pigs
2007-02-25 02:32:27 · update #1
Constipation: If it appears that your guinea pig is constipated, then it is most likely either not getting enough greens or water, so check both of those. Feeding a little romaine lettuce dipped in mineral oil, can help the relieve the condition.
2007-02-25 02:23:40 · answer #1 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I had a guinea pig i had to go out and squeeze his bum everyday because he had some problem, but guinea pigs get constipated all the time he may be on the same diet but sometimes one guinea pig gets left out.
2007-02-25 13:23:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure he gets plenty of Vit C as G Pigs cant produce this themselves. Contrary to popular belief, the best source of this is not oranges, but Kiwi Fruit. You can also introduce a Vit C supplement into his drink. You can buy one for Pets at Home and most petstores for around £3 which lasts a fair while.
If he does continue to be constipated, gently squeeze his lower abdomen and massage in single strokes towards his bum. This should help move the 'blockage' and help get his bowels going again.
Good luck
2007-03-01 08:17:12 · answer #3 · answered by millayhighsociety 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try giving the guinea pig some fresh fruit and vegetables (i give my guinea pig a small portion of fruit and veg everyday)
Good luck
2007-02-25 10:24:30 · answer #4 · answered by xo-Stacey-ox 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is very unusula for guinea pigs as they need such a high fibre diet. It will be best to take it to the vets to get it looked at properly.
2007-02-25 10:24:54 · answer #5 · answered by Fred 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your just feeding dry food that could be the reason give him/her a good supply of fresh greens and always make sure that there is fresh water.
2007-02-25 10:27:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure that it is getting enough fresh water and fiber as in lettuce, carrots, celery etc. Make sure that if in summer it gets some fresh greens as well but never overdo .
2007-02-25 10:23:24 · answer #7 · answered by Janice C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.guinealynx.info/impaction.html
This link might help. Failing that the Vet is the only other option.
Good luck.
2007-02-28 06:13:39 · answer #8 · answered by Hedgehog 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
feed him some prunes not to many ,,make sure he gets a good diet
2007-02-25 10:23:29 · answer #9 · answered by Nutty Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get him to eat a bit more roughage in his diet, or alternatively place a ferret in his cage - he'll soon sh*t himself.
2007-02-25 10:26:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋