My guinea pig is losing a lot of fur....?

Question

its not like she has bare patches on her body but when i pet her or simply hold her a lot of hair falls out. what can i do?

Answer 1

there might b something wrong., u should take her to the vet for a check-up =]

Answer 2

All guinea pigs shed quite a bit. As long as there are no bare patches or irritated skin, she's fine.

You can cut down on the amount of fur by brushing your pig every day with a soft bristled brush. When you have her in your lap, place a towel over your legs and then place your piggie on top of the towel. This will catch the shedding fur and keep your clothing clean.

Answer 3

if you see patches of hair gone i would go to the vet ....that's not mulching!!!

molt hing is kinda like shredding....its not when some spots of hair is missing so its bare in some spots

Answer 4

It's the heat. My frend has the same prob. No sweat.

Answer 5

its possibly the weather and moalting dont worry but if it gets really bad i would consider a vet, it should be ok but just in case remember that the vets is an option. good luck hope its ok :D

Answer 6

It isn't normal regardless of weather. Your guinea pig likely has mites http://www.guinealynx.info/hairloss.html