This book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all. The guinea pig handbook the information you need to keep your guinea pig happy and healthy from the time of their domestication thousands of years ago in south america, cavies have made their way into the hearts and homes of people of all ages and from around the world. Guinea pig vet care in bedford hills, ny veterinary. Guinea pigs with these signs should be examined as soon as possible by an experienced exotic animal veterinarian such as us. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs library of veterinary practice by v. A tailored service from a vet who is passionate about. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs veterinary discussions. The society was founded in 1963 and includes members from around the world and from all areas of the pig industry. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary.
Anorexia not eating or eating very little is extremely serious and requires veterinary diagnosis and treatment. Take your guinea pig to a vet a few days after coming home, then schedule checkups once a year. Lift the guinea pig from its cage, with one hand gently grasping the thorax and shoulders and the other holding the hind end for support. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all those working in the animal care industry. They can provide important information on guinea pig illnesses and dose charts for medicines commonly prescribed for guinea pigs. The arl strictly enforces this policy under the terms of the adoption contract. Guinea pigs guinea pigs welfare tips, advice, health. Welcome to the website for the pig veterinary society pvs, a specialist division of the british veterinary association. Health problems in guinea pigs vca animal hospital. It is hoped that it will be of help to veterinary surgeons in general practice, and also to anyone who shares an interest in guinea pigs. The rural emergency guide describes how it may be possible to save valuable treatment time when getting to a vet is difficult. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs library of veterinary practice. Welcome to the pvs website welcome to the website for the pig veterinary society pvs, a specialist division of the british veterinary association. Guinea pig eyes and eye conditions guinea lynx eyes.
Bedding should be unscented, dyefree paper bedding. This clinic was recommended to us by sharlene scheffer, a registered vet tech and a guinea pig rescue person in hayward. In addition, a pet that is losing weight or if young, failing to gain is also at great risk. A poorly socialized guinea pig, however, may need to be wrapped in a towel for examination. In general, they are timid and will usually make an effort to try to escape, but become accustomed to repeated handling. This updated edition for guinea pig owners provides a wealth of information on the animals anatomy and life cycle, plus advice. Guinea pigs arent hard animals to treat, but veterinarians interested in. It is up to you how you look after your guinea pig, but you must. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs, second edition by v. The three most common breeds are the abyssinian rough, short coat, the american or english. All cavies are social animals that prefer to live in groups. Guinea pig vet care in bedford hills, ny guinea pig vet care is one of the many exotic veterinary services we prodive in bedford hills, ny. For rural pig owners, who may live many miles from a vet, finding and getting to know a vet who can help is essential.
Dolittle, and linny the guinea pig is a costar on nick jr. They belong to the family cavidae, which contains 14 species of animals commonly known as cavies and patagonian hares or maras. The laboratory rabbit, guinea pig, hamster, and other rodents is a single volume, comprehensive book sanctioned by the american college of laboratory animal medicine aclam, covering the rabbit, guinea pig, hamster, gerbil and other rodents often used in research. For home visits rather than animal boarding facilities, please visit our sister company furry friends home care. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. A calm guinea pig may be gently corralled on the table, using your hands, for a brief physical examination. While guinea pig vision is relatively poor, a guinea pig can distinguish colors. University of california davis school of veterinary medicine university of california davis, ca united states.
The reason so many guinea pigs in perth, melbourne and brisbane find themselves being brought in for a visit at the unusual pet vets isnt just the fine guinea. Little critters need checkups just like any other family pets. It discusses why guinea pig is an excellent subject in this area of endeavor, and provides examples of the many types of otologic research applications of the guinea pig. Guinea pigs, also called cavies, are members of the caviidae family, a group that includes several species of rodents from south america. Auckley animal boarding rabbit, guinea pig, caged bird. James harris montclair veterinary hospital 1961 mountain blvd. Guinea pigs, like chinchillas, are hystricognath rodents. The website for the veterinary profession urolithiasis in guinea pigs author. Introduction to guinea pigs all other pets veterinary. Urolithiasis in guinea pigs the website for the veterinary. A hide box or igloo should be available for hiding. It is important to recognize that dog odors have many sources, both natural and unnatural. The first part of the name may have been derived from the price of the animal in 16th and 17thcentury englandthat is, possibly one guineaor it may have arisen from the animals being carried to european markets after first being transferred to ships in ports in guinea. Guinea pig facts and basic husbandry belle mead animal.
There are 11 breeds and 23 varieties colors of guinea pigs, which are also known as cavies. Rabbits and guinea pigs are increasingly popular pets, with an estimated 1. A guinea pig named rodney, voiced by chris rock, was a prominent character in the 1998 film dr. If no feces or urine are being passed and your guinea pig is not eating, you must seek veterinary care immediately. Four digits on the forepaw and three on the hindfoot characterize cavidae. Never trust a squirrel by patrick cooper, guinea pig in the garage by ben m. Richardson may 2000 this book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine. Try to find a vet who specializes in exotics guinea pigs are considered exotics. Why you should add guinea pigs to your practice veterinary.
The lifespan of a guinea pig is 48 years with an average of 56 years in the home. Pathobiology department ontario veterinary college guelph, ontario canada. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs, 2nd edition vetbooks. The animal rescue league adopts guinea pigs to be family pets. A volume in american college of laboratory animal medicine. For adult guinea pigs, we recommend a timothybased pellet without added fruits, nuts, or seeds, such as oxbows cavy cuisine. Most adult guinea pigs do well with 12 tbspday, bu t your veterinarian may recommend increasing or decreasing the amount, depending on your guinea pigs weigh.
From cage setup to a healthy guinea pig diet, create a happy home for your small pet. The guinea pig has been an extremely important animal model in physiological acoustics over the past 50 years. Veterinary exotic animal medicine books rabbit, guinea pig. Guinea lynx gls vet list scotland scotland ashgrove vets kevin barclay 1 belmont road aberdeen aberdeenshire ab253sr 01284486444 apex vets glenn winchester avenue falkirk fk6 6qe 024 829989 inglis. Curran, a storey publishing book, available directly from publisher or check your favorite book store. Also know as cavies, guinea pigs are rodents native to the andes mountains of south america. Safe and humane handling of small mammal patients today. Veterinary and medical pathology university of california davis, ca united states. The volume is sanctioned by the american college of laboratory animal medicine aclam as part of the aclam series of texts commonly referred to as the blue.
This wellillustrated reference won a 2012 prose award for best single volume. The more cavies you have, the larger the cage you need and the more litter you need, and that costs money. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary. An international directory of veterinarians, practices, hospitals and clinics who see guinea pigs and other small animals.
However, handbooks have a larger page count and with it, more extensive and detailed coverage of each titles subject pet. Horst bielfeld describes an experiment using 3 different colored identical food bowls in his book, guinea pigs a complete pet owners. It is up to you how you look after your guinea pig, but you must take reasonable steps to ensure that you meet all their needs. Guinea pigs normally keep their eyes open all the time, even when sleeping.
Small boarding facility providing a loving, caring environment for small animals. Rabbits and guinea pigs are also now the third and fourth most frequently presented small animal species seen by uk veterinary practices, however, veterinarians feel there is less information available on these species compared. Jul 16, 2018 this book aims to provide a comprehensive text covering all aspects of the species, and it is written in part to try and help dispel the myth that a sick guinea pig is a dead guinea pig. Here is information and advice on keeping healthy guinea pigs as household pets. Lianne is a veterinarian, epidemiologist, and freelance writer whos written nearly 400 articles for the spruce pets. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. The preferred basic diet for guinea pigs is unlimited amounts of timothy or other lowcalcium hay, supplemented with smaller amounts of a commercial, highfiber, timothyhay based guinea pig pellets. Guinea pigs were used in some major advertising campaigns in the 1990s and 2000s, notably for egg banking plc, 3 snapple, and blockbuster video. Introduction to guinea pigs merck veterinary manual. Find guinea pigs available for rehoming and adoption. Native to the andes mountains of south america, guinea pigs are rodents related to chinchillas and porcupines. Guinea pig vet care in bedford hills, ny veterinary center. The clinic refers people to the contra cost veterinary emergency clinic for off hour emergencies see below. Many conditions can cause a pet to itch, including allergies, fleas, and other skin parasites.
The author discusses feeding, breeding, caging, health care, and much more. This book aims to provide a comprehensive text covering all aspects of the species, and it is written in part to try and help dispel the myth that a sick guinea pig is a dead guinea pig. The diet should be supplemented with a variety of fresh, wellwashed, leafy greens or colored vegetables. Guinea pig pathology of laboratory rodents and rabbits. Serious owners and vets especially those unfamiliar with guinea pigs should consider purchasing one or more.
Caging and bedding guinea pig cages should have a flat bottom to prevent foot injuries and should be large enough for the guinea pig to run around in any direction. Pet handbooks are written, designed, and illustrated in much the same attractive style as b. September 12, 2016 urolithiasis is a significant condition in many small mammals, particularly guinea pigs. Guinea pigs are diurnal and most active during the day. Rabbit and cavy projects nys 4h youth development program. Check your local petsmart banfield pet hospital to see if a small pet vet is on staff. Boarding rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, reptiles, chickens and caged birds in a friendly home environment. The laboratory rabbit, guinea pig, hamster, and other rodents is a mammoth 8pound text meant to be an authoritative summary of the basic biology, husbandry, veterinary perspective and experimental use of these species. Guinea pigs with respiratory disease exhibit runny eyes and nose, coughing, sneezing, weight loss, and difficulty breathing. Please make sure you can afford the time and energy it will take to care for more than one guinea pig at a time.
The biology of the guinea pig focuses on the use of the guinea pig as a substrate in research. The unusual pet vets are guinea pig vets based in perth, melbourne and brisbane that can offer your loved ones the best in guinea pig care, treatment and help to promote good health. The guinea pig vet has over years of experience and knowledge treating guinea pigs. Jan 16, 2018 the more cavies you have, the larger the cage you need and the more litter you need, and that costs money. It is hoped that it will be of help to veterinary surgeons in general practice, and. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs library of veterinary practice book 5 kindle edition by virginia c. Under no circumstances should a guinea pig be used for food for other animals. Refer to the chapter on rats and mice for good multiauthored veterinary. The laboratory rabbit, guinea pig, hamster, and other rodents. Introduction to guinea pigs all other pets veterinary manual. To pick up a guinea pig either place hand dorsally over the shoulder area or ventrally under thorax with thumb and forefingers directly behind the front legs. This wellillustrated reference won a 2012 prose award for best single volume reference in science from the association of. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs wiley online books.
The domestic guinea pig species, cavia porcellus, does not exist in the wild. Take your guinea pig for a checkup if it displays any of these. Veterinary exotic animal medicine books rabbit, guinea. This book provides a comprehensive coverage of material related to applied care and management of guinea pigs and their diseases. The three most common breeds are the abyssinian rough, short coat, the american or english classic shorthair, and the peruvian longhair. Book info one of the few specialist texts on guinea pig medicine. The volume is sanctioned by the american college of laboratory animal medicine aclam as part of the aclam series of. Serious owners and vets especially those unfamiliar with guinea pigs should consider purchasing one or more reference books. Other countries than the uk here is a link to recommended vets in some countries. Guinea pigs cannot manufacture their own vitamin c. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Dermatophytosis in a guinea pig with skin hyperkeratosis. From the different breeds of guinea pig to consider, like the american, silkie, peruvian or teddy guinea pig, to their proper care and maintenance, theres a lot to know before adding one to your family.
A guinea pig you have just brought home that is not eating may have a respiratory or other bacterial infection. Auckley animal boarding is owned and run by a qualified veterinary surgeon with more than 14 years of experience. A stocky build, large head, short legs, and unfurred, short ears characterize. Itching, or pruritus, is the most common symptom of skin disease in pets. Guinea lynx gls vet list scotland scotland ashgrove vets kevin barclay 1 belmont road aberdeen aberdeenshire ab253sr 01284486444 apex vets glenn winchester avenue. Caring for your pet guinea pig nc state veterinary medicine. In the wild guinea pigs are herbivores vegetable eaters. Whether youre taking a guinea pig home for your kids or for yourself, the act of bringing one into your life requires the same due diligence that taking any other pet home would.
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