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CYSTS

#1
"There are different kinds of cysts that guinea pigs suffer from. The most common is the Sebaceous Cyst. The Ovarian cyst comes in at second place."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/cysts.htm

#2
"A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac below the surface of the skin that has a lining that resembles the uppermost part of a hair follicle and fills with a fatty white, semi-solid material called sebum. Sebum is produced by sebaceous glands of the epidermis."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebaceous_cyst

#3

FOR MORE INFORMATION @ http://www.guinealynx.info/cyst.html
OR

Ovarian Tumors
"Ovarian cysts are a reproductive problem that can develop in sows as they age."
FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE @ http://www.guinealynx.info/ovarian_cysts.html

#1
Shopping list: Items for your guinea pig's home.

-A well-designed cage with a solid bottom;
-a pet carrier for transport;
-Newspaper and bedding; (or whatever type of bedding you plan to use)
-Hay rack and water bottle holder;
-Heavyweight food dishes that are un-nibble-able and untippable;
-Nesting items, such as tunnels and shelters;
-Things to climb onto or tunnel under;
-Storage bins for hay, pellet food, bedding, and other supplies;
-An appointment at a vet, for an introductory well-piggy checkup;
-Medical needs, including toenail clippers, styptic pencil, mineral oil and cotton swabs For a complete list, click here -- https://littlewheekers.forumotion.com/other-articles-f5/stocking-a-cavy-medicine-cabinet-t76.htm

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.cavymadness.com/care.php

#2
GUINEA PIGS NEED A LARGE ENOUGH CAGE!

"Bigger is better! For the health and well-being of your guinea pigs, beyond the minimums, provide as large a living area as you can manage."

PROPER CAGE SIZES!

One guinea pig needs a MINIMUM of 7.5 sq. ft. = 2x3 C&C Cage.
Two guinea pig's need a PREFERRED size of 10.5 sq. ft. = 2x4 C&C Cage.
Three guinea pig's need a PREFERRED size of 13 sq. ft. = 2x5 C&C Cage.
Four guinea pig's need MORE THAN 13 sq. ft. = 2x6 C&C Cage.

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guineapigcages.com/index.htm

#3
CAGE CLEANING TIPS
"Your nose will tell you. Generally one week is the maximum between complete bedding changes. How often you need to clean will also depend on:

Your choice of bedding material
The age of your guinea pigs (young pigs mean less waste)
The size of your cage (bigger is better) and
How many guinea pigs you have. "

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/housing_tips.html

Here is a list of different kinds of C&C Cages to give you some examples:

1. Open cages without tops - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/2
2. Closed cages with tops. - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/504
3. Open multi-level - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/506
4. Closed multi-level - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/507

5. Safety (baby, dog, cat proofing) - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/508
6. Guinea Pig Babies (proofing) - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/532
7. Cat/Dog proofing - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/533
8. Alternative Cages - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/512
9. Decorated Cages - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/511
10. Outdoor Environments - http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/showgallery.php/cat/516

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guineapigcages.com/photos/index.php

#1
"It is believed that the Abyssinian breed is the most prone to this condition, but other breeds can suffer from them cataracts as well."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/cataracts.htm

#2
"A cataract is a clouding that develops in the crystalline lens of the eye, varying in degree from slight to complete opacity and obstructing the passage of light."

FOR MORE INFORMATION --- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cataract

#3
"A cataract is an opacity of the lens the eye. Cataracts can be either inherited or the result of disease or age."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/eyes.html#cataracts

"Conjunctivitis, is a inflamation of the white of the eye. The cause can be by bacteria, or anything that can cause an allergic reaction. It can also be caused by a blocked tear duct."

First check to make sure there is no foreign body, see EYE INJURY, sometimes the hay husk is the most likely cause.

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/conjunc.htm

"This is a very common in sows and is occasionally seen in boars. It is caused when the inner lining of the bladder becomes infected with bacteria."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/cystitis.htm

"Guinea pigs can suffer from cancer they are not as prone to it as some rodents. The first symptoms were lumps around the back legs. Lumps can also appear in other areas of the body as well.."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CANCER

#1
"Normally, the ideal birth control is housing sows and boars separately. Castration does NOT lower aggression."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CASTRATION

#2
"Neutering, is the removal of an animal's reproductive organ, either all of it or a considerably large part."

FOR MORE INFORMATION --- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neutering

#1
"This bird song-like sound is more likely to be heard by people who keep a lot of guinea pigs, because it is a relatively rare phenomenon. Most people, when they first hear it, think a bird has somehow got into where the guinea pigs are housed. "

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CHIRUPING

#2
ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTE ***To see a video of a chirping guinea pig, click here. --- https://littlewheekers.forumotion.com/guinea-pig-videos-sounds-f8/guinea-pig-videos-t52.htm

#3
"You may hear a few people say they've heard their guinea pigs "chirp". Not all guinea pigs will make this noise and some cavy owners have never heard it."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/behavior.html

#1
"Guinea pigs can suffer from over-grown claws. The problem is that they tend to curve, hook-like, and these can get caught in the hay or any flooring as they run around."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CLAW_TRIMMING

#2
"Nail trimming can be a difficult experience for a first time guinea pig owner. A few hints may help you achieve success."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/nails.html

"This is a fairly rare condition. A club foot is solid and will not move at all while those deformed by the way the baby was carried is very flexible. "

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CLUB_FOOT

"You can keep as many sows together as you like, but only two boars. Boars can be put together immediately after they are taken away from mom, and they do not have to in the same family."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_COHABITATION

"This is the name for "animals that need to ingest some of their pellets" as part of their digestive process. Guinea pigs and rabbits are two species that need to do this but there are many more."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#C

#1
"Coronet's have long, luscious locks, which you could call coronets longer-haired cresteds but the crests are far more elaborate, cascading down around the shoulders and filling out the hair on the sides of their faces. "

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CORONETS

#2
ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTE ***For a picture of this breed click here --- https://littlewheekers.forumotion.com/cavy-galore-written-articles-f2/breeds-colors-and-patterns-of-guinea-pigs-gpg-t30.htm

#1
"There are two types of crested guinea pigs, the English and the American. They are smooth coated all over apart from a crest on the head, very similar to the kind of whirls that are seen on Abyssinian guinea pigs."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CRESTED

#2
ADMINISTRATOR'S NOTE ***For pictures of this breed click here --- https://littlewheekers.forumotion.com/cavy-galore-written-articles-f2/breeds-colors-and-patterns-of-guinea-pigs-gpg-t30.htm

"After treatment of both parasitic, and fungal skin problems a guinea pig still has chronic itchiness, it is a good idea to think about treating it as psoriasis. "

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://web.onetel.net.uk/~petergurney/c.html#_CHRONIC_ITCHING

See GuineaLynx @ http://www.guinealynx.info/cardiovascular_agents.html

"DETERMINING DOSAGE AMOUNT OF A LIQUID SUSPENSION
To figure out how much of a particular drug your guinea pig IS getting, you need three pieces of information:"

FOR MORE INFORMATION --- http://www.guinealynx.info/calculate_dose.html

"Cheilitis is an Inflammation of the Lips

Most frequently these lesions are caused by a bacterial infection."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/cheilitis.html

"The Chin Sling is a revolutionary new way to treat malocclusion caused by TMJ (Temporo Mandibular Joint Syndrome) without invasive dental work."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/chinsling.html

""Constipation" Molitity issues in guinea pigs are not referred to as "constipation".

Male guinea pigs may become impacted.
A guinea pig that is not passing feces may be eating too little food.
A guinea pig may have an intestinal blockage or another medical condition."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/impaction.html#constipation

"An ultrasound reveals enlarged adrenal glands. It turned out to be Cushings disease."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/hairloss.html#postpartum

"Guinea pigs are extremely social, herd animals and thrive in the company of another pig."

FOR MORE INFORMATION -- http://www.guinealynx.info/companionship.html