06-01-09, 01:08 pm #6 This is most common around puberty, when a baby hits a few months old and decides to challenge his pal for the throne. Some of the most common ones are: A lack of vitamin c, Calcium, and other essential nutrients in their diet can weaken the teeth, and as a result, it will fall out. Angelika Fleece Cages (Crazy Guinea pig Lady) This auction is for 1 fabric HAY FEEDER sack in blue + 2 clips. Don't lose any sleep over it ! While it’s unlikely guinea pigs will have a falling out after they have been bonded for some time, it does happen occasionally. This will help your guinea pig feel safer and more secure while they're adjusting to their new home. And drinking fine. A guinea pig can jump about 10 to 20 cm. If anything, you could take him to a vet to just take a look at him, but be careful of some places as some will try and rip you off by saying they need a million x-rays and tests done. I have two guinea pigs. Cage or Hutch – The bigger your guinea pig cage the better – provide at least 7.5 square feet per guinea pig with plenty of open floor space. How do you think about the answers? The ideal temperature for a guinea pig cage is about 65-75℉ (18-24℃). Just leave it open or create a flap at the door. Hair loss that isn't falling out at the root may be self-inflicted. It is a good practice to remove any high platforms or levels from a guinea pig cage. The minimum cage size I recommend is 5 sq.feet for two or three animals. A. Augustus Junior Guinea Pig. Before removing your guinea pig from its cage, make sure to have a safe place to set the guinea pig down. Find information on what to look for in a guinea pig cage and how to set up the cage for your guinea pig." Fleas may be small, but they pack a nasty bite. Guinea Pig Hay Feeder #3DPrinting #3DThursday DareCdn shared this project on Thingiverse! He ran around at floor time as usual. A veterinary examination won't hurt, though I would prefer that the pig was seen to sooner rather than later to (hopefully) rule out anything untoward. Unfortunately guinea pigs have a tendency to jump no matter what the height. luckily she landed on her feet but when i put her back in her cage she made a weird coughing noise about twice and then she started grunting. Getting Stuck in the Cage - Guinea pig cages with wire floors, hay hoppers, and other items that a leg will fit in can easily cause a leg to get stuck and injured. I was going to give my guinea pig a bath in the sink (last bath was about 2 months ago) He is about 6 months old and he quickly jumped from my hands and fell 3 feet from the sink he hit the rug on the floor and flipped over and squirmed on his back on the tile floor. But if they're not complaining and walking just fine, then it sounds like it probably just shocked him. They should be let out of their cage every day in an animal-safe area for exercise. I created this Hay Feeder for my daughter’s Guinea Pig as the feeder that came with the cage was pretty useless with hay falling out all over the floor. This cage isn't as nice as the above two because the canvas sides are lower, which means more hay, bedding, etc may fall out of the cage onto your floor. I was horrified I picked him up and held him close and put him back in his cage. This will only cause stress for both of your guinea pigs and make them more likely not to be friends. oh hes fine! Cut a piece of Coroplast to fit inside a shallow shower caddy, hang the caddy next to the hay rack, and put sliced vegetables inside the small caddy. Still have questions? He is definitely o.k..I was also very horrified when one day I was bringing my guinea pig back upstairs and she jumped out of my hands and fell on the other steps. Each habitat should be equipped with a small-animal Igloo or small box with a doorway, a large pile of hay, and other areas in which the pigs can engage in their natural burrowing behavior. Re: My guinea pigs have fallen out. giving them baths stresses them out since hes had one before he prolly knew wut wuz coming and just didnt want one! If you see him paying his leg attention like licking then you may need to take him to the vets. I think a day by herself helped and she'd been moving round the cage. They are both fine and didn't break anything. Without it, your guinea pigs will feel insecure and anxious. Make sure the cage is placed out of direct sunlight and away from drafts and air vents that might affect the temperature as well. They can jump from that far with no injuries, especially when they fall on a rug. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. He's fine. Now that i am 11 and have experienced more with guinea pigs i feel terrible that i had once treated a piggy that way but dont worry because she always was ok even from really high places she got right back up and started running around. He's eating his vegetables hay and pellets fine. Get your answers by asking now. . Young guinea pigs have hair that thins out when they wean as their hair changes from infant fur to adult fur; Mange Mange is caused by the Trixacarus caviae mite. Sturdy hooks can support the weight of most small pets, and you don't have to worry about your pet falling out of … I was going to give my guinea pig a bath in the sink (last bath was about 2 months ago) He is about 6 months old and he quickly jumped from my hands and fell 3 feet from the sink he hit the rug on the floor and flipped over and squirmed on his back on the tile floor. Guinea Pig Breeds. what should i do? he can walk but I want to make sure he is ok. Our guinea pig fell out of her cage and we aren’t really sure if she’s ok. She seems traumatized for - Answered by a verified Pet Specialist We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. my sonny jumped out of his cage when we first had him. I live in a pretty big city and only one vet took guinea pigs, so I have his phone number and the animal emergency hospital's number with price quotes so I will be ready in case anything ever happens. Keep the cage away from drafty spaces like doors and windows and place it on an elevated surface. The purring means he's happy. Discussions taking place within this forum are intended for the purpose of assisting you in discussing options with your vet. i held him round the middle and with two fingers i made his feet do bicycle movements to see what he'd do, he did them, but he could put pressure on my fingers and he was fine, if there'd been no resistance (think pressure against my fingers), i would've got an emergency vet. my guinea pig fell out of her cage and she fell a distance about 2 feet as her cage is on a stand. Teasel fell out of her cage. To avoid this disaster, focus your cleaning efforts on three key parts of your guinea pig’s cage. Cover your guinea pig's cage with a light blanket that still lets in light. All my hay bags got white cotton lining. Before posting it is your responsibility you abide by this. Can guinea pigs climb out of their cage? Mine have jumped a few times in their lives. I was so glad and lucky she didn't tumble down and lucky she was perfectly fine a minute after. Since guinea pigs are much smaller than dogs or cats, they’ll feel the effects of fleas even more intensely. Avoid small pet cages with wire-grid flooring. Why can't rats get water in their ears?? In fact I'd say they squabble less over it than they did with their wire rack. I can understand how scared you are, I would be too if one of my piggies fell down. Sorry for the long post: So we have two older guinea pigs that are very gentle and easy. You can sign in to vote the answer. I felt like a complete dork, she was just so happy i came and save her, she could not purr enough to me, and she was just fine.The moral of my story is i am quite sure your guinea pig is just fine and soon you will be also!! He is lying in the corner of his cage but gets up when I come near the cage to come see me. I was holding my guinea pig an he jumped out of my hands fell on a coffee table then fell on tile floor. They really like it! Obviously if she had still been dragging her feet the morning after, the allergic vet would have had to have a look at her. All Living Things Guinea Pig Penthouse as featured here; Amazon Basic Canvas Bottom Cage. Always choose a model with a smooth floor surface. Check the bald areas for lumps, swelling, or signs of tenderness below. But if you don't have a vet, I would call around and find one "just in case" for emergencies. Join Yahoo Answers and get 100 points today. One thing I suggest not to do is put them together, then separate them, then put them together again etc. Is it fine for a man to get a pet hamster? Guinea pig should be able to wear the teeth down by chewing on hard materials like twigs. DO NOT use the triangular corner piece. The proper home for your guinea pig is very important. Cut a square of cardboard, cut two holes in the cardboard, and hang a large shower caddy on the wall of the cage with the piece of cardboard behind it to prevent hay from falling out of the cage. CAGEGUARD After that, you can move on to introducing yourself. We bought two new toddler guinea pigs about 5 weeks ago. These can cause serious damage to a guinea pig’s sensitive feet. Never leave your guinea pig unsupervised or near outlets or electrical cords. Temperature - Make sure to keep your guinea pig cage away from extreme temperatures because the animals don't like very cold, warm and humid temperatures and can become ill. All four are male. Tooth breaks or a tooth lost are mostly caused by falls, biting on the cage bars, fights or vitamin C deficiency. Basil must've wondered where his friend had gone! You should hold your guinea pig close to your body to prevent the guinea pig from squirming and falling out of your hands. Bedding is a must for any guinea pig cage. ✅EASY TO ATTACH --- Snewvie guinea pig hideout can be easily attached to the corner of your cage with the included 3 metal hooks (grids NOT included). (availability last verified 01/18/21) lots of guinea pigs stop moving after something traumatic like that and just lay there for a while in shock but its a good thing hes okay and so you dont have to worry! Additionally, bedding soaks up most guinea pig waste. Apr 14, 2016 - These cage guards poo guards are meant to keep the mess inside your cage and off your floors, they are super easy to install taking only seconds for each piece, and just as easy to clean. Older pigs may barber themselves as … As long as he is walking fine, then he should be okay. The spacing of the bars do not fit most of the accessories. Bedding; Food Bowl; Water Bottle; Bye-Bye Spoiled Bedding. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Teasel is fine now, to the point where she elbowed Basil out of the way for dinner last night and was straight in for brekkie this morning. If he is already moving around like normal, then he'll be perfectly alright. Last night, putting Basil and Teasel away, Teasel decided that reverse was the way to go and went backwards out of the cage, about 2 feet.