How to Look After a Sick Guinea Pig: Not Eating or Pooping?!

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Watch if you have a poorly guinea pig who is not eating! Skip to 03:35 for the home care information (still take them to the vets though!), but it may be useful to listen to the description of Pedro's symptoms before this.
I'm very pleased to say that Pedro made a full recovery and although he did relapse after this video he finally started eating again after a total of 3 weeks of special care and syringe feeding. He had bloat and slowing of the digestive system, which can be very common in guinea pigs and caused by a range of factors, including changes in diet, stress, bad bacteria in the digestive tract and eating something they shouldn't have or eating too much of a particular food.
I wanted to take the opportunity to share my experiences and show what you need and how to care for a sick guinea pig who isn't eating. Gut stasis or slowing down of the digestive system (and associated bloat) can be the result of many things, and without treatment is often fatal. Good owners should be prepared for any illness in their piggies, don't forget that they rely completely on us for their health ❤
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  • @LittleKingdom3
    @LittleKingdom33 жыл бұрын

    Aw. You are always dealing with sick pigs. I’m sorry. You’re such a strong woman, Sarah. ❤️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @calicocookietv7994
    @calicocookietv7994 Жыл бұрын

    I wish I found this video two weeks ago. I was severely under prepared and amazon took 3 days to give me critical care. Piggie passed away of respitory issues. At least I did find this channel for next time so the rest of my piggies will stay happy and healthy. ❤️

  • @judygarcia7769
    @judygarcia77695 ай бұрын

    My baby has slowed down. He always has his greens and some fruit eveyday I noticed his home smelled bad. Never smelled such strong urine. He is a beautiful boy and smart

  • @christinefaith5068
    @christinefaith5068 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Sarah, I wish I had come across your useful vids months earlier. My beloved piggie Yoda of three years just passed away on Dec 16 in 2022 due to bloat and gut stasis because of the vet's negligence. Yoda's death has been very hard on me till today. I have been crying a lot whenever sentimental moments or activities we had together or places I brought Yoda to pops up. It feels like my heart is never gonna heal and I am constantly asking what if this or what if that . I also wish there were a time machine for me to go back in time to undo all the grief I am going through now. Keep sharing, thank you so much. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @musicalmarion
    @musicalmarion3 жыл бұрын

    Come on Pedro! We all love you! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! ❤❤❤

  • @CocoAndOreosAdventures
    @CocoAndOreosAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    I’m so so sorry 😞 stay strong Pedro you are a strong little boy , you can do it ! Get better soon 💕

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @CocoAndOreosAdventures

    @CocoAndOreosAdventures

    3 жыл бұрын

    @ᴄʜᴜɴᴋʏ ᴄᴏʙs ᴊᴜᴍᴘɪɴɢ hello 😂

  • @angeliqueruis4520

    @angeliqueruis4520

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams so nice he recovered, are you sure his dental health is optimal? He’s eyes seem a bit teary on some videos. I hope I am wrong .

  • @Kuromi_82727

    @Kuromi_82727

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@angeliqueruis4520 what dose teary eyes mean?

  • @angeliqueruis4520

    @angeliqueruis4520

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Kuromi_82727 teary eyes can sometimes be an indication that a guinea pig has very long front teeth, often just one and problems with the back molars (teeth). Or the Guinea Pig has a less good dental health wich needs to be checked regularly,

  • @DawnOldham
    @DawnOldham3 жыл бұрын

    I’ve heard this before, but you’ve now convinced me to order supplies so I’ll have things I need if one of my piggies begins to feel poorly. I’m glad you’re able to take such good care of Pedro, and I’ll say a prayer that he does continue to improve!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dawn! Yes it is best to be prepared for sure. Pedro is improving today ❤

  • @DawnOldham

    @DawnOldham

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Yay! I’m SO glad Pedro is getting better!

  • @evuska3624
    @evuska36243 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for looking after this piggie! ❤️🌾🐹

  • @damjansumak6925
    @damjansumak69256 ай бұрын

    Love sweet Pedro ❤️🐾🐾

  • @baylieparsons-friend6271
    @baylieparsons-friend62713 жыл бұрын

    I’m so sorry , hope he feels better soon 🤍

  • @MillsSkits
    @MillsSkits3 жыл бұрын

    Oh, Sarah, I'm so sorry. Pedro seems like such a precious piggy, and I hope he recovers fully. He's so fortunate to have been adopted into your family, and he's obviously getting the best care he can!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Pedro is eating more today and feeling better 😀🌻

  • @MillsSkits

    @MillsSkits

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams That's such wonderful news! :)

  • @ErgPlant770
    @ErgPlant7703 жыл бұрын

    Stay strong Pedro, keep it up Sarah, you’re doing a fantastic job xx

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, will do and he's improving 🌻😀

  • @lelfah
    @lelfah3 жыл бұрын

    Oh Pedro 🧡 thank you so much for sharing! Such an important vid!! I'd never thought of a tummy massager! Feel better soon buddy, you are in good hands 😘😊xxx love from me, Mr Lomu and Taika

  • @FurbyFan-bx5bd
    @FurbyFan-bx5bd Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the information! This was a very informative site for my guinea pig Willow.

  • @WhileMyGuineaPigGentlyWheeks
    @WhileMyGuineaPigGentlyWheeks3 жыл бұрын

    Oh, Sarah! I’m so sorry to hear your sweet baby boy is sick! You, And Him are in my prayers & thoughts! Sending Healing Vibes To Precious Pedro ❤️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @lorrainegoodrich1280
    @lorrainegoodrich12803 жыл бұрын

    I'm praying for you Pedro. I know you can do it. You got a strong heart and a good will to live. You also got the best Mum to get you through this. We love you Pedro.

  • @elva19721
    @elva19721 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, this video is so helpful. Our guinea pig is going through something similar at the moment, and the vet sent me home with the medication and feed, but I was unsure how to look after him properly. Your video has given me the confidence to better care for him, and hope that he will get better. I hope Pedro, and all your guineas are now doing well.

  • @xSubtlexSmilex
    @xSubtlexSmilex3 жыл бұрын

    Wishing Pedro a spedy recovery! What a great piggie mom you are!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @jalee0103
    @jalee01033 жыл бұрын

    Get better Pedro. Get a full recovery so you mommy won’t worry about you. Big hug to you both💖💕❤️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awh thank you so much, mommy is worrying less today as Pedro is eating more by himself ❤❤

  • @BeakerInShortShorts
    @BeakerInShortShorts3 жыл бұрын

    Best wishes for a speedy recovery for Pedro.

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @jbjacobs9514
    @jbjacobs95143 жыл бұрын

    Gosh, my beautiful Pedro! You have been so much already so recently with Willow's passing and Lyra's illness. I wish for nothing but health and happiness for Pedro. I am thinking about you and Pedro (and the girlies) today - I know that doesn't really help, but we support you and I hope everything turns out okay.

  • @annaloveless4107
    @annaloveless41073 жыл бұрын

    I hope Pedro will be feeling better soon. God bless

  • @aurorctical4217
    @aurorctical42173 жыл бұрын

    I hope that Pedro will feel better soon. Stay strong!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! We're getting there ❤

  • @TheJamlessDodger
    @TheJamlessDodger3 жыл бұрын

    First little adventures' max (the biggest cute boar) now pedro the next best cutest boar. I dont think I can take all this heartache

  • @jemma3459
    @jemma34593 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sarah, Such sad news 😥 dear Pedro xx Thank you for sharing this really useful and helpful video. Get well soon dear little Pedro- you are strong and having the very best of loving care. Wishing you a speedy recovery and plenty of popcorning very soon! With lots of love 🥰 Jemma xx

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Jemma ❤ Pedro is improving and we are keeping fingers crossed he's going to be okay 🌻😊 xx

  • @jemma3459

    @jemma3459

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Thanks Sarah. Me too, really glad to hear he’s improving. It’s so stressful to have a poorly piggy. Really hope he’ll fully recover very soon xx

  • @taleenpunnett5391
    @taleenpunnett53913 жыл бұрын

    A very informative and we'll explained video. Hope Pedro gets better 💜

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! ❤🌻

  • @pixie_stix14
    @pixie_stix143 жыл бұрын

    Aw, poor thing. I hope he gets better! ❤️

  • @2dsorangez455
    @2dsorangez4553 жыл бұрын

    I hope Pedro gets better soon 💕💕💕

  • @keeva2175
    @keeva21753 жыл бұрын

    Awwww poor Pedro get well soon xx ❤️

  • @SMKification
    @SMKification3 жыл бұрын

    Awww, no 😔 Glad you are on it and that things are starting to turn around for the poor baby ‼️♥️ Very best wishes and prayers for Pedro.♥️🥰🌷

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Susan ❤ Pedro is feeling stronger today, I think all the love is working 🌻

  • @SMKification

    @SMKification

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Wonderful to hear! 🥰

  • @becca2398
    @becca23983 жыл бұрын

    Sending hugs!! Hope Pedro feels better soon!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, he is feeling better today ❤🌻

  • @becca2398

    @becca2398

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams yay glad to hear it!!

  • @myles8328
    @myles83283 жыл бұрын

    Hey Sarah ... sending love and all the good piggy vibes I can muster to Pedro and the herd ... it has been a tough time in the piggy tuber community but these are incredibly valuable videos to watch and learn from, so thank you for being able to share the difficult times as well as the ultra fun ones ... the information you give could save a piggy or keep them safe, so everything crossed for Pedro Potato and hopefully he’ll be right as rain soon xx

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your heartfelt comment, that's what I hope to achieve so much! Pedro Potato says thank you and that he is feeling better today! 😊 xx

  • @myles8328

    @myles8328

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Magnificent news ... potato paws crossed xx

  • @pawsandeffect6278

    @pawsandeffect6278

    Жыл бұрын

    Get better soon so so so so so so sorry😊

  • @cindyterruso9698
    @cindyterruso9698 Жыл бұрын

    Sarah, you are amazing and wonderful! So intelligent, kind, compassionate and helped me emotionally. Unfortunately we lost our Teddy ( I purchased him 4 years ago for my granddaughter) to Gastric stasis. I had to force feed him which he wasn’t doing well with. When we first got him, he became I’ll because he had teeth issues. I syringe fed him than which was no problem at all. I couldn’t give him enough. Now, His poop got extremely small and was extremely dry. He was fighting me and I felt terrible force feeding him. The first vet never put him on the cisapride. I’m surprised because I know she consulted with the exotic specialist. I gave him the melexocam. After several days, I brought him to my regular vet to help him go over the rainbow bridge. He had not been coming out of his cave for quite a while and was hunched over and was suffering and I couldn’t bear to have him suffer any more. I miss him terribly and I feel like I keep seeing him. He was the sweetest, feistiest kind and loving little guy you ever wanted to meet. As sick as he was he still came out every now and then to see who is visiting who is there in the house. But the last few days he wasn’t even doing that. I gave him plenty of water and listen to your video. I called the vet several times. They put him on the cisapride. Maybe by then it was too late. Anyway he is not with us and our hearts break for him. With love we miss you Teddy. Life won’t be the same without you.💔💙😢 my vet did feel a mass in his abdomen and I felt it too. I only wish the exotic specialist was available but had been off for several days since that last visit to the emergency room. RIP Teddy Boy. Ty Sarah! You are so helpful and supporting and positive!!

  • @bridgetbrown8351
    @bridgetbrown83513 жыл бұрын

    I hope he gets well soon. Many blessings. From Philly fan.💖🤗

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Bridget! ❤

  • @princesskristan
    @princesskristan3 жыл бұрын

    Feel better soon Pedro! We love you

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @Mar-rd9tk
    @Mar-rd9tk3 жыл бұрын

    Ah :( Wishing you and Pedro all the best!!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @cynthiaporta7420
    @cynthiaporta74203 жыл бұрын

    Praying for Pedro that he gets better soon. 🙏😍💖🙏

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, it's working ❤😊

  • @bexlouise3331
    @bexlouise33313 жыл бұрын

    Really hope Pedro makes a full recovery 💙 My piggy had the same mix of meds when she had diarrhea at Christmas. By the way if you're finding the bowl a bit big for the syringe food I found an egg cup worked best as I wasn't trying to chase it round the bowl with one hand while holding piggy! Very helpful video thank you 🙂

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Bex, he is feeling much better today! An egg cup sounds like a great idea, I even have guinea pig themed ones 😂

  • @bexlouise3331

    @bexlouise3331

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams So glad he's on the mend. Haha perfect!

  • @Veertjevdv
    @Veertjevdv3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this video, I had 2 very sick piggies in the last 4 months (both with different issues) and they needed lots of meds and extra care. 1 of my piggies didn't make it and I was heartbroken. I have a first aid kit for my piggies, just in case, maybe it is a good idea to make a video about it But first of all, I hope Pedro is going to be alright. Sending him a lot of healing vibes ;)

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, I'm sorry to hear of your loss - know you did everything for your piggie ❤❤

  • @andrielisilien
    @andrielisilien3 жыл бұрын

    I never heard of the massage tool to help get the gut moving 😲 that is pretty cool and thanks for sharing these tips! Good luck with Pedro, I hope he gets better

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    It really helps to get them pooping again, as does tummy massages 😀

  • @birbarmygeneral

    @birbarmygeneral

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams could you link me to where i can buy one please my pig is on all the meds for GI stasis but i ordered the probiotic and would like to get the tummy massager too x

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@birbarmygeneral if you follow the amazon storefront links in the description you'll find a good example 😊

  • @birbarmygeneral

    @birbarmygeneral

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams ty x

  • @guineapigsue7785
    @guineapigsue77853 жыл бұрын

    Poor sweet Pedro, I hope he gets well soon. I have been prescribed Emeprid before, worked well. I haven't heard of that antibiotic, I will keep a note of that.

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, and yes I believe it is also known as Flagyl 😊

  • @Ragamonster77
    @Ragamonster77 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. We recently saved a Guinea pig from a dirty, hoarded home. He has since developed a head tilt, has stopped being interested in eating and isn’t pooping much. The vet put him on antibiotics and pain meds. We also give him critical care. This boy is SO defiant and strong though! It’s incredibly hard to get meds or food into him. He fights me wildly. I’m not giving up though.

  • @daysure

    @daysure

    11 ай бұрын

    Is he still alive?

  • @nigelbranthwaite8471
    @nigelbranthwaite84713 жыл бұрын

    Hope Pedro is feeling much better soon.

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you me too ❤

  • @LiveForever13
    @LiveForever133 жыл бұрын

    Sending you lots of well wishes! I used to own piggies before I got sick myself. Good luck Pedro

  • @susanaponte1579
    @susanaponte15793 жыл бұрын

    Pedro is PRECIOUS!! I'm SO sorry, Sarah!! You know, my 4 year old piggy Gracie, a beautiful abbysinian piggy, got a UTI, and took a course of antibiotics. My other piggies have had it with no problem, but they love Benebac, a probiotic like the one you have in the pen form, so I always gave that with it, and there weren't any problems. Gracie doesn't care for it, but since it wasn't really a harsh antibiotic, I didn't give her the probiotic. At almost the 10th day of treatment, she started with diarrhea, and I was SO nervous! I remembered I had some in powdered form as well, because she wouldn't take the gel, and I had to give her quite a bit, as well as syringing her critical care and water as well, and gas drops and Medicam. Thankfully she had the Medicam from the UTI, but I called the vet and basically told her I didn't care if she had no appointments for a few days, I would come anyway no matter what if she didn't improve, lol!! I was in tears, I know with piggies their poops are very very important! I thought she was going to die, I didn't want to go to sleep, but fortunately she made a recovery after 2 or so days, so to hear that Pedro had diarrhea was SO disheartening! He looks much better, and I know first hand that prayer works, most definitely, so I did that first thing! Pedro is in my prayers, rest easy!! Your piggies are ALL so beautiful, I enjoyed the shots of them so much, so I'll pray especially for all of them, little precious Lyra ❤ as well!!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Susan ❤ I'm sorry to hear about Gracie but so relieved to hear she recovered well, I can tell you did everything for her, they really do steal our hearts!!

  • @sofiaunicorn9807
    @sofiaunicorn98073 жыл бұрын

    Get well soon Pedro hope u recover soon! 😭🙂

  • @helenm6474
    @helenm64743 жыл бұрын

    Hope Pedro is feeling better soon, I know how stressful it can be, one of my piggies is having diarrhoea on and off. Benebac has helped him, another probiotic

  • @sandrabaptiste3848
    @sandrabaptiste38483 жыл бұрын

    Sorry about Pedro. My guinea has a infection so I know how you feel. Hopes he get better. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💞🥰💞

  • @princesskristan

    @princesskristan

    3 жыл бұрын

    I hope your piggy feels better!

  • @sandrabaptiste3848

    @sandrabaptiste3848

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@princesskristan Thanks my piggy say hello!😄🐹

  • @elisevalentin1823
    @elisevalentin18233 жыл бұрын

    🙏💖🤞 wish the best....he is lucky to have you.

  • @iranramezanipour936
    @iranramezanipour9363 жыл бұрын

    Please get well soon Pedro🥺

  • @stevesmith3990
    @stevesmith39903 жыл бұрын

    Get well soon Pedro.

  • @lizzym1971
    @lizzym19713 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. You are always giving such great advice. You have taught me so much. My piggies would be lost without you x

  • @curliefro
    @curliefro3 жыл бұрын

    I hope Pedro gets better 💕

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @shannonjillbray6422
    @shannonjillbray64229 ай бұрын

    This is a very helpful video during a time that’s a bit stressful- which is taking care of a sick pet 😢 I just wanted to note- though this is an older post…. that many types of gripe water still could have alcohol as an ingredient. I’ve accidentally bought some myself (for my human baby, LOL). I am grateful for the tips and cross my fingers for my long haired Luna!!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank you, and healing vibes for Luna ❤️

  • @TychanDK
    @TychanDK3 жыл бұрын

    Come on, Pedro, you can get better! After all, you haven't lived with your family long

  • @FlamingRedViolin
    @FlamingRedViolin3 жыл бұрын

    Glad that Pedro is on the mend. Thanks so much fir the useful info. I’ve also been making ‘poop soup’ from a fresh healthy gippi poop. Its gross but apparently that’s what guinea pigs do when they are able. 😝💩💩💩

  • @CocoAndOreosAdventures
    @CocoAndOreosAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    I always have a couple critical care packs and some syringes just in case 😂 I mean you never know when and what’s going to happen

  • @Flowprods12345
    @Flowprods123453 жыл бұрын

    So sorry he is sick I hope he gets better

  • @anyanicholls6131
    @anyanicholls61313 жыл бұрын

    get well soon pedro!

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @Kelari313
    @Kelari3133 жыл бұрын

    Speedy recovery! 🍀 Digestion problems are definetly common with guineapigs and also beatable if you react fast enough and go to the vets. Bellymassages can also help with blowd if you dont habe this tool:)

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Yes the massages as well as the vibrating thing have worked wonders!

  • @DashieNCheekie

    @DashieNCheekie

    2 жыл бұрын

    How do you massage their bellies?

  • @dandybrambleandoreo2917
    @dandybrambleandoreo29173 жыл бұрын

    Hope Pedro gets better soon ❤

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, we're getting there!

  • @dandybrambleandoreo2917

    @dandybrambleandoreo2917

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Good news ❤

  • @marifersolera5768
    @marifersolera57683 жыл бұрын

    Hope Pedro gets well ❤️🥰🐹☺️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @mika2720
    @mika27203 жыл бұрын

    You're a great pigmum ❤️

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awh thank you so much, that means a lot.

  • @sammywong4561
    @sammywong45613 жыл бұрын

    Poor Pedro:( Hope he gets better soon

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ❤

  • @bebeblackwell251
    @bebeblackwell2513 жыл бұрын

    Oh no I hope he gets better soon 🖤🐹

  • @hannahshouseplants3649
    @hannahshouseplants36493 жыл бұрын

    I hope the little dude is OK! 😔

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    He is feeling much better 😊❤

  • @hannahshouseplants3649

    @hannahshouseplants3649

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Great news!!!!

  • @khayleenelson7484
    @khayleenelson74843 жыл бұрын

    I’m sorry for your Guinea pig

  • @PiggiesWorld
    @PiggiesWorld3 жыл бұрын

    My guinea pig, Dasher who is 6 years old had really bad bloat. Her stomach was rock solid and she couldn’t really move. I thought I was going to loose her but I stuck through it and she is back to running around and popcorning. She still needs a probiotic or gas drops sometimes but she’s a senior piggie so it’s okay. I hope Pedro gets better soon💞

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and for sharing Dashers experience too, I haven't known bloat that bad, she did a great job pulling through! ❤😊

  • @PiggiesWorld

    @PiggiesWorld

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams me neither. It was so scary. I took her to the emergency vet and they drained her and relieved some of the gas. They put her on strong medicine and she got better and then worse again. Turns out the reason why she was getting worse again was the medication. Having sick guinea pigs are so scary because they are so tiny and fragile but Dasher was very strong and pulled through. 💕☺️

  • @rachie_sherlock
    @rachie_sherlock Жыл бұрын

    You know you can blend their pellets and add water and a tiny amount of purée veggies if it's very bland. But the shop bought stuff is probably more beneficial I don't know I'm not a expert however I do know in the living crisis people might not have much money xx small tip I picked up from a rescue place but only if you're skint ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ If you are unable to access critical care then in some situations ground up guinea pig pellets can be used. These can be soaked in warm water and then mashed up, or put into a coffee/spice grinder to make a powder, to mix with water to make a slurry.

  • @armarielle
    @armarielle3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sara ! I hope he recovers fully !

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! If he is poorly and needs syringe feeding depending on how long you are out of the house for you will probably be okay with a big feed before you leave and one when you get back. More intensive care with getting them moving and tummy massages and regular feeds etc will be needed in the evening and overnight though ❤

  • @armarielle

    @armarielle

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams Thank you so much ! Lots of courage !

  • @hamsterthemesbyamy229
    @hamsterthemesbyamy2293 жыл бұрын

    very cute !!

  • @skinnypigs1
    @skinnypigs13 жыл бұрын

    Oh that is so terrifying. GI issues are the scariest thing ever.

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I hate to see any piggie off their food! 😢 Fortunately Pedro is eating more today though ❤

  • @xSubtlexSmilex
    @xSubtlexSmilex3 жыл бұрын

    Commenting again because I can’t tell you how much your video is helping me take care of my piggie. I have a question - any speed or any times of day you use the massager for them when they are ill? I’m gonna give it a try on my pig

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you and sending all the healing vibes to your piggie! Bloat and gut stasis can be a challenge to overcome, pooping is a good sign even if your piggie is not yet ready to eat for themselves. The massager I have is quite strong, and only one setting so I put it facing up with a blanket around it and one layer over it then sit the piggie's belly on top. This combined with hand massaging every few hours for 15-20 minutes or so works wonders to get them pooping and things moving again. You also get a feel for when the gas build up is starting to lessen, although bloat (and our piggies feeling better and then worse again) comes and goes in waves throughout the day, my vet told me this is a common symptom. Keep up the syringe feeding and hard work, I hope your piggie recovers

  • @xSubtlexSmilex

    @xSubtlexSmilex

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@SqueakDreams thank you very much! Sounds like I have a similar massager then. His meds just finished yesterday and he gained a little bit of weight back since then so I’m pretty optimistic. He’s still had his appetite too so I’m hoping for the best. Thank you so much for your advice!

  • @naomimatthews9999
    @naomimatthews99999 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much for this video. Do you have any tips to get my guinea pig to eat the critical care? She's fighting taking it at the moment and I'm worried about forcing it and having her inhaling it 😢

  • @CocoAndOreosAdventures
    @CocoAndOreosAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    No ! I’m just watching now 😭

  • @dienahfee777
    @dienahfee7773 жыл бұрын

    activated charcoal is also very good ..... i wish you the best 🌸😊🌸

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I will check that out 😊❤

  • @NatalieV0331
    @NatalieV0331 Жыл бұрын

    mine has teary eyes and is barely opening them, almost no food, no water its been almost 24 hours and all i can do is hope he makes it, no vets are taking him because i guess hes a exotic animal...

  • @halamouazzen3931
    @halamouazzen39318 ай бұрын

    hi i need help my guinea pig is not eaing well or drinking and is losing weight and is having some problems with breathing like he is scared any advice ?

  • @kirstenpost477
    @kirstenpost4772 жыл бұрын

    Oh and I'm assuming tiny poops day before now nine is because she isn't eating.i checked her bottom she's notblocked at re end. I used a stop n Vaseline and so I'm going to keep striving bottled water bc I'm thinking I have high calcium in our water and that would add to a uti issue. It could be a stone. I'm going to disinfect their houses too. I change their blankets twice a day so they live in a pretty clean environment. Though I got omicron the week of Christmas and Someone caring for them didn't change their blankets bedding or clean properly and then this happens so I'm curious if the bacteria came from the nasty blankets I mean they were hard n crusted. I was so angry. I clean my cafes a.m and night.

  • @Skibidi4life-
    @Skibidi4life-2 жыл бұрын

    Pleas tell me somthing to help me🙏🏽 Is it ok for my silkie guinea pig to sit sleep and puff up?she is acting normal but she has a lot of poop on her paws but u can’t really tell if it’s diherea on the side on the cage we’re there’s no part of the blankets because I have 2 more female guinea pigs and it could be pee mixed but I’m so worried for my silkie guinea pig loxie because she actually loves me so much and I love her and I would have depression if she died early because she is only two years old about to be 3 and silkie guinea pigs live up to 5-7 years 😭

  • @user-sk2ds9tg1b
    @user-sk2ds9tg1b4 ай бұрын

    My guinea pig died before i saw this,now the other one is lonely😢

  • @hulkveme2012
    @hulkveme20122 жыл бұрын

    Hi, what do you use for mite on guinea pigs ?

  • @sandraannakin1165
    @sandraannakin116510 ай бұрын

    My guinea pig is just over 5yrs old don't move around as much still eating I do give him water is this normal also he has a blockage in his bum but I have helped cleaned him out

  • @naunie1992
    @naunie19923 жыл бұрын

    I hope Pedro is ok now ❤️ Did you buy all off these meds before getting guinea pigs, or when they got ill? We’re looking to rescue 2 boys for our first family pets. Beginners here lol. We have boy/girl twins that are 2 years old and thought they would be a lovely pet. Just want to make sure we have everything needed. Xx

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Pedro is back to his normal self thankfully! That's great you're looking to get pigs and adopting too! ❤ I didn't have everything in the beginning and the prescription meds are only available from the vet but I would recommend the other things, particularly critical care as it's very important to step in when they don't want to eat for themselves, to prevent complete gut stasis.

  • @82froggielover
    @82froggielover3 жыл бұрын

    I had the same issue with my Elvis...After a month he is finally eating normally again.

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    A month is a long struggle but so worth it, well done you and Elvis! ❤😊

  • @reneeredman7013
    @reneeredman70132 жыл бұрын

    My poor baby is losing alot of hair and getting really skinny and I can feel her bones...what does this mean and can I help her get better in anyway? I don't have enough money for the vet and I take great care of her I just don't know what is wrong.

  • @ellie-df8et
    @ellie-df8et3 жыл бұрын

    is it ok if i start doing lap time with my piggies after one day of getting them?

  • @Jesus_Saved_Us123
    @Jesus_Saved_Us1237 ай бұрын

    Hi. Today my guinea pig started to move foward and back for a couple seconds. He usually does not do this. Does anyone know why he is doing this? It does not really look like a sezure but i cant figure out what it is

  • @kirstenpost477
    @kirstenpost4772 жыл бұрын

    My guinea pig just declined in weight and she ate half a romaine yesterday then nothing so I made her a bowl of mushed pellets and Timothy hay I ground down in my coffee grinder added water syringed her a bit and syringes her oranges for vit c. I syringes her water too. She just peed and was squeaking while peeing. So now I'm thinking uti. No blood on my shirt where she did this. I lost a piggy on thanksgiving. I tried like heck but she died. No vet could help there's literally nobody good but one vet and I'm praying to go in tomorrow.

  • @jdescendsfortjsuisfortetto738
    @jdescendsfortjsuisfortetto738 Жыл бұрын

    Mine hasn’t been eating for 11 days and not pooping but she still alive, and still walks and runs just a little bit. Still recognize me when I call her and cuddles me. But i think she might not have cure because I waited too long, can you give your opinion please??

  • @MarrisaPlays
    @MarrisaPlays3 жыл бұрын

    so i am only at the 3:45 mark i just have to say i cant wait to see what you use that massager for i got one for me and it never did what i wanted. so its just sitting in the back of a closet unused LOL Interesting i never thought of vibrating anything to help get things moving glad i have something for it guess mine moves to the piggie first aid kit instead of the closet

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Haha! It can really help with bloat and a slow GI tract! I swear by it getting both Pedro and Lyra to poop again after they were ill!

  • @MrsLane-bv8ng
    @MrsLane-bv8ng Жыл бұрын

    My Guinea pig Doug is sick right now, no eating or pooping. It started with mushy poop day 1 and then no eating or pooping after that for 5 days now. I have him on antibiotics but it doesn’t seem to be working. He’s grinding his teeth and acting like it hurts to take a bite. I have no idea what to do 😢I’m heart broken…any advice welcome

  • @FlamingRedViolin
    @FlamingRedViolin3 жыл бұрын

    Pedro looks just like my Cookies- who is also s shy gentleman, & is a Sheba (Peruvian with messier hair)

  • @praveensharma-eh4er
    @praveensharma-eh4er Жыл бұрын

    Hye ma'am please suggest me a medicine for guinea pigs ....am from India. He's not eating and quality stay

  • @Sanatan__Dharma111
    @Sanatan__Dharma1112 жыл бұрын

    My Guinea pig is facing dental problems we recently went to vet, and unfortunately vet advised to take off her one damaged teeth😥😥 after that she just stop eating and pooping even I hand feed her at every 2-3 her following timetable but still she looks tired and sad 😔 I trying my best but still she is not eating and pooping 😔

  • @rachie_sherlock
    @rachie_sherlock Жыл бұрын

    How much gripe water diluted?

  • @anasatsuma6092
    @anasatsuma60922 жыл бұрын

    Hope here's better soon x x I am having and issue with my boy Oscar not eating much or pooping...any help appreciated

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    2 жыл бұрын

    Pedro got well again, I hope your Oscar is okay, I have this video and also one on Bloat and Gut Stasis that you might fine useful ❤

  • @austin2245psn
    @austin2245psn Жыл бұрын

    What dose gripe water

  • @kiranchitkara6522
    @kiranchitkara6522 Жыл бұрын

    Hi I am caring for my guy now. He was eating and pooping very little. Vet gave critical care and pain meds. We went back because no change after a day. Now vet is referring to animal hospital because he said his color of lips is changing and maybe more tests are needed. any advice?

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm sorry to hear your piggie is unwell. Keep up the feeding and keeping him warm and comfortable. The lips could be suggestive of heart problems. Best of luck for your little guy 💖

  • @wlfie950
    @wlfie9502 жыл бұрын

    my piggie havent been eating anything or drinking the past 3 days hes starting to look sick, i tried feeding him his fav foods and he still doesnt eat. The vet said to get him to the animal center asap but i cant do that this week since i dont have the money to but the vet said he might not survive till next week. is there literally anything i can do to keep him well till next week?

  • @SqueakDreams

    @SqueakDreams

    2 жыл бұрын

    You need to borrow some money to take him in today, or follow the video and get him some critical care to syringe feed ASAP. He needs to be syringe fed food and water from today - there can be no delay. If no critical care you need to mush up his pellets and feed with a syringe, the vet should have given you some - see the links in the description for how to syringe feed.

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