For todays blog, i have decided to pass on some valuable information that i have learned over the past several months on how i keep fred and lamont quiet. If she seems like she is quite distressed or if she is not eating or if the problem is continuing then you should take her to see a guinea pig vet. Its not usually something to be concerned about, as its usually the result of dust many guinea pigs will sneeze when they receive hay but try to get the least dusty hay possible to try to prevent respiratory tract infections. Contaminated feces and urine may or may not play a role. Guinea pigs can sometimes expel air from their nose and sneeze as we do. They either went in their sleep without warning or had the floppy backbone like you describe when you cuddle them they should usually burrow right into your shoulder and grip on. Labored breathing, wheezing uri, circulatory problems, other. My guinea pig is making weird noises crackling when she. And no popping or crackling sound at all, no wet noises either. It is a bacterial infection that is almost always fatal to your guinea pig if not treated by an exotics vet. Guinea pigs do not get colds, this infection is much worse. Read what forum members have to say about managing chronic bloating.
Your veterinarian can make an initial diagnosis of pneumonia from a physical examination of the guinea pig. Check your guinea pigs breathing, it should be quiet and not be laboured. Fast or labored breathing can be a signal your guinea pig has an upper respiratory infection, a common ailment among guinea pigs. Other than the unusual noise, shes perfectly fine and been eating, drinking and popcorning. Guinea pig sounds its important to understand guinea pigs through the sounds and noises they make because it helps you determine whether your pet is in. Normal breathing in a guinea pig should be easy and quiet. Cavy is a chatty animal, amusingly interactive and communicative, so you should. Hi libbyssister to say the symptoms you describe sound like the end of alot of my pigs i had as a childteen.
He is healthy, eats well, whistles at me for treats whenever he hears any bag crinkle, and waste looks good. A guinea pig of healthy weight should feel firm in the body and weigh about 2 pounds. C til my guinea pig started making a squeaking noise when breathing. Crackling sound when breathing due to congestion rales nasal discharge. A bad night, it is escalating to more of a mini fight rather.
At first i thought he was gnawing at something, but i got him out and it turned out it was coming from. He started breathing really heavy and fast all the time. I think the newspaper is responsible for much of the odor. Common diseases of the respiratory system seen in ferrets include the following. Guinea pigs can get respiratory problems like allergies and respiratory infections. The 2nd time i was more precautious and took my guinea right after she started showing symptoms, and she didnt make it long after the vet visit. You should hold his mouth and nose area up to your ear and listen to his breathing. My guinea pig making weird noises at night for about a. We had him for about 6 months, he suddenly got sick with some kind of infection. When they were floppy they would fall backwards, like their spines were rubber. Although never an active pig, she is even more lethargic than normal as well. Read emergency advice that helped one posters guinea pig make it through the night. Check the eyes, and nose are all clear and there no crusty bits.
Guineapig why is it making a rattling noise constantly. If your guinea pig has red, runny eyes and a sore nose, with wet snuffling but no laboured breathing, it may be an allergy. You will need to give a thorough history of your guinea pigs health, onset of symptoms, and possible incidents that might have led to this condition, such as recent illnesses of other guinea pigs in the home, or recent sexual contact. If you have any doubt whatsoever as to whether or not your guinea pig needs to be seen by a vet, then the answer is yes, you do need to see a vet, sometimes asap if the situation is an emergency. Guinea pigs are a popular pet for children and schools, but many adults too appreciate the presence of these cute, loving little cavies as companions and pets. Guinea pigs and cold weather dont go well together. In adults and adolescents, the most common side effects are fatigue tiredness. Guinea pigs only make this series of short, staccato noises when they are happily exploring their environment. I took her to the vet and they did an xray and there was nothing in her lungs so she did not have a uri and they is eating normally jumping around and pllaying. A vet will prescribe a safe antibiotic to treat these bacterial infections cavies do not get cold viruses.
Respiratory infections are pretty common in guinea pigs. I have newspaper in the bottem of the cage with the pungent kind of bedding over it. If you are too cold to be outside, then your guinea pig is probably too cold. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. A respiratory infections in ferrets can be caused by direct or indirect exposure to an infected ferret, cat, dog or human. Because they have a similar feel of the climate to us, a good guide to how they are feeling with the climate is how you are feeling. Respiratory infections in ferrets symptoms, causes. I know you have to expect that a cage is going to smell a bit but newspaper has chemicals in the ink. If you are worried about any aspect of your pets health, seek veterinary advice.
Ive been watching him but he seems fine up until he. Additionally, examine your guinea pigs eyes and nose for yellow or green discharge, as that can indicate an infection. If you are worried about your pet, there are a few things you should know about their sneezes. Its very quiet, and he only ever does it when hes eating hay, pellets, veggies, etc. The guinea pig is breathing it in, im breathing it in all night, and my dog is breathing it in. Pigs and boars grunting and snorting and squealing. Guinea pig sounds and noises the guinea pig manual. From our research sounds like an upper respiratory issue but we are lost. Sound recorded while guinea pig was sleeping comfortably on the human slave. Call your vet immediately if you notice any of these signs in your cavy.
Crackling sound when breathing due to congestion rales. Definitely do your research and dont use shavings in their cages. Now, 2 weeks after she gave birth to 1 pup, shes making this weird crackling sound. This is a condition that can occur in as little as 36 hours in a guinea pig. If your guinea pig has been sneezing, this may be very serious. Guinea pigs and cold weather online guinea pig care. There are five very common diseases in guinea pigs. Labored breathing, crackling sound from the lungs, eyes that are almost sealed shut, discharge from the eyes andor the nose, sneezing, coughing, and wheezing can all be symptomatic of an upper respiratory infection uri. How to decipher guinea pig sounds and body language. Guinea pigs are cute and wonderful animals to keep as pets. Breathing issues are not uncommon with guinea pigs. A clicking or crackling sound from the lungs often accompanies dyspnea, as well as sneezing, wheezing and discharge from the nose andor eyes. My guinea pig is breathing very fast and making a popping noise. If you have a commercial and professional project it would be wise to license professional sound effects.
Guinea pigs are like any other living species whether twolegged or fourlegged. It depends on what the squeaking is like and if it sounds panicked i say this b. Learn about these commonly seen conditions in pet guinea pigs and find the best course. Guinea pigs can also get respiratory infections, which can be worse at night because of the enclosed air space in the sleeping area. Contented guinea pigs just going about their day often make a variety of squeaks, chortles, and quiet grunts that also seem to accompany casual interactions. Thats right, ive got multiple methods and steps that are guaranteed to keep any guinea pig quiet. Labored breathing, crackling sound from the lungs, eyes that are almost sealed shut, discharge from the eyes andor the nose, sneezing, coughing, and.
Sometimes, though, a guinea pig will have a bloated belly for other reasons, such as worms or, rarely, a tumor. My guinea pig making weird noises at night for about a week. To add to the confusion, guinea pigs suffer from allergies as well as infections and sometimes the issue is an environmental one, not disease. If it sounds like snick, snick, snick, this indicates respiratory distress and that can be very s. Anyways, baby aerius has possible side effects too, but way less alarming when weighing pros and cons. My guinea pigs used to be settled at night and didnt squeal, but if they have food, water, bedding and are comfortable, it could be they are frightened of predators.
How to quiet a guinea pig in 10 simple step cavy adventures. Please dont delay taking your guinea pig to the vets if you suspect a breathing problem. Liz, andrew and your wife molly guinea pig guinea july 23, 2007. Listen to the guinea pigs chest, any clicking noises coming from inside. By the time problems become apparent, illnesses may be lifethreatening. At the begininng of the week i noticed my girl sprinkles had quite noisy crackly breathing, so went off to the vets who prescribed baytrill twice daily and loxycom once a day, that was on tuesday, she hadnt been any better really, and i was just having floor time with her and she coughed like she does sometimes when eating to fast, and the crackling stopped. Your guinea pig may have an intestinal blockage torsion andor a dangerous buildup of gas. Guinea pig sneezing what to do when your guinea pig.
It is only when he sleeps and its a deep, chattery breathing sound. Gpadv is transmitted between guinea pigs in several ways. I held his chest to my ear and also put my ear in front of his nose to listen for crackly breathing, but i didnt hear anything irregular. Are you sure that your piggy was breathing this was before she was dropped or just after. These sounds do not come with a license for commercial use. My guinea pig is sneezing and wiping her nose more frequntly than she did previously. Additionally, examine your guinea pig s eyes and nose for yellow or green discharge, as that can indicate an infection.
How to diagnose respiratory problems in guinea pigs. A healthy guinea pig will be alert, have bright eyes and a shiny coat. Along with these frequent squeaks and chortles, there are a variety of other quite distinctive noises you might hear from your guinea pig. Weird grunting noise im paranoid that it could be a uri. Over the past 3 months, she has slowly lost a bit of weight 50 g and has had both a uri and bladder stones. Gpadv is transmitted between guinea pigs in several ways, including direct contact with an infected guinea pig that is sneezing or coughing.
Guinea pigs can make a neat squealing noise sometimes when they are happy. Like many small animals, the general health and common health conditions that can affect the guinea pig do not receive anywhere near as much publicity as those that affect larger pets such as cats and dogs, but veterinary care for. Human influenza is caused by a virus, including the seasonal type a, the h1n1 influenza and the avian influenza. If he is lethargic, please weigh him daily at the same time to monitor his food intake. Whether you purchase a baby guinea pig pup from your local pet store or have a female guinea pig at home that has recently given birth, you will need to know what is involved in properly caring for pups. Other symptoms of an upper respiratory infection in guinea pigs include wheezing, heavy breathing, crackling sounds, discharge from eyes and nose, and semiclosed eyes. Please top him up with syringe feed and water if he has lost over 30g. Ever wondered what your guinea pig is trying to tell you. For a healthy life, your guinea pig needs the following. Most of the time, there is nothing wrong with your guinea pig if they sneeze. From time to time, you may hear your guinea pig sneeze too. While a guinea pigs purring sound is a deeper and more consistent sound, the meaning is the same. Today i noticed one of my guinea pigs making a weird grunting sound when he eats.
He is 67 years old and im scared about any changes. My guinea pig is making weird noises crackling when she breathes. Usually guinea pigs have crackly breathing when they have an upper respiratory infection. Guinea lynx uri you can take just one guinea pig if necessary or take both if you have got a large enough cardboard box that you can fit out. My guinea pig is making a wheezing noise when he breaths,he answered by a verified pet specialist we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Guinea pigs make a variety of sounds or vocalizations, some of which most owners will recognize. About 1 week ago as i was trying to sleep george kept me awake cos he was making funny noises. To diagnose respiratory problems in your guinea pig, listen for wheezing or clicking noises, which are signs that its having trouble breathing. If you hear a clicking sound or any changes with their breathing, it could be a respiratory problem. Once allowed to develop, it cannot be reversed and is fatal. I noticed just now that my one guinea pig makes the faintest whistle noise when breathing. Inhospital treatments include assisted feeding, injectable medications, and extra oxygen.
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