Visit to the veterinarian

Guinea pigs are very patient patients, rarely squeaking in response to pain. Since it is not always possible to determine how serious the disease is by the behavior of the animal, you should not put off a visit to the veterinarian for a long time. 

It is best to bring your guinea pig to the veterinarian in a closed box or container. At the reception, do not take the animal out of the box and do not put it on your lap. 

To help your veterinarian make a diagnosis, be prepared to answer the following questions:

• Where did you get the animal, how long has it been with you?
  
• What is the age of the guinea pig?
  
• When was the change in animal behavior first noticed?
  
• What do you feed your guinea pig?
  
• Has the formula been changed recently?
  
• Has the appearance of feces and urine changed?
  
• In what conditions is the animal kept?
  
• Has the animal had contact with other pets?
  

Follow your veterinarian’s advice exactly and give your guinea pig the medications he prescribed. In some cases, the treatment lasts quite a long time, so be patient, and your little patient will repay you with gratitude. For detailed care instructions, see Caring for a Sick Guinea Pig.