I have to clean him and help him release his stool when it becomes packed and that's how I noticed this 2" long white "worm", similar to ringworms in cats. My Pig is very old, almost 9 and in failing health despite still having a healthy appetite. My cats aren't in direct contact with my Pig. Could he have caught something in the wood shavings in his cage?
2007-05-14 03:46:26 · 5 answers · asked by Kat 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Boars can produce sperm which looks a lot like a 'white wormy thing'. When I first saw this come from my boar I was sure it was worms - but it wasn't. I don't think it is common for them to get worms either.
I think he'll be okay but if you are worried I would reccomend a vet visit.
Wow - well done - 9 that is amazing! Mine haven't lived passed 6 years yet. : (
There is a drug called 'Ivomec' (used on cows and horses normally) which is used to worm guinea pigs - this also gets rid of any mites. Give him Ivomec because this will not hurt to give him, even if he doesn't have worms.
2007-05-14 04:00:45 · answer #1 · answered by Trina 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ringworm doesn't look like this!
Ringworm is in fact a fungus, not a worm at all. It appears like a red circle or 'ring' on the skin. A long, white worm would probably be a type of roundworm.
Yes, guinea pigs can get worms. Most things can. It is rare though (I just asked a vet and he's never seen a piggie with worms in 35 years in veterinary) - so go to your vet from some proper treatment.
Chalice
2007-05-14 04:14:40 · answer #2 · answered by Chalice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow! You must have taken *really* good care of your piggie for him to live so long. I'll bet he's been a great piggie friend.
Ringworm is not a worm. It is a fungus that causes hairloss & red, inflamed skin. It itches terribly.
I, personally, have never heard of worms in guinea pigs, although it would seem logical that they *could* get them. I would take your beloved buddy to the vet for a check up, especially since he is in advanced age.
Your piggie can't catch worms from his wood shavings since the worms need a host on which to live. Wood shavings would not be considered a viable host.
2007-05-14 06:09:45 · answer #3 · answered by Justified 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just like dogs and cats, guinea pigs can also become infected with worms. If left untreated they may hinder the guinea pig’s growth and development while posing a risk of infection to other pets and humans. Gastrointestinal worms can easily be treated with liquid medications developed for small animals. As a precaution they should administered every three months.
If your guinea pig looks unwell it should be taken to your vet.
2007-05-14 04:09:09 · answer #4 · answered by Mellycat123 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you should take your Guinea Pig to the Vet to get it checked.
2007-05-14 04:52:57 · answer #5 · answered by Jessicer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋