How to bathe a guinea pig
Guinean bunnies, regardless of breed, are very clean animals and are generally not excessively dirty or smell bad, but it is recommended to bathe them several times to maintain perfect hygiene. Once every three or four months is enough.
- It is important that the bathing area does not have air currents.
- As they are very sensitive to cold and can easily get sick.
- In addition.
- You must have all the equipment ready and on hand so as not to neglect your piggy in the bathtub and avoid any accidents.
- Continue reading this expertAnimal article to learn how to do it safely.
- Easily and correctly.
Prepare the bath or deep container in advance. Guinean bunnies don’t like water very much, so it’s best for the bath to be deep so the piglet can’t escape. Fill it with a few inches of warm water and, if desired, place a towel or rag in the bottom so your guinea pig doesn’t slip or be afraid.
When you put your piggy in the bathtub, caress it and reassure him, you can even give him chunks of food to relax while eating. Do not bathe several piglets at once, it is best to bathe them one at a time.
Slowly put in the water and hold gently until used in the water. To rinse it is advisable to pour the water with a small container or with your hand, instead of opening the tap because it is more pleasant and there is less risk of scaring the pig. Wash your body, but avoid splashing your head at all times.
The third step in knowing how to properly bathe the guinea pig is to shampoo the whole body. It’s important to use a special shampoo for guinea pigs or, if you don’t find it, you can use a rabbit-specific shampoo. These animals have very sensitive skin that can become irritated when using products that are not suitable for them. It should then rinse thoroughly with water until soap is left.
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When you’re done, you should have a towel on hand to wrap the piglet and dry it. You may notice that your guinea pig is starting to shake, but don’t worry, this reaction is normal and will stop once it dry. You can also take advantage of this time to comb and untie knots you may have, especially if you’re a long-haired guinea pig.
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Clean the animal’s face with a damp cloth and special care. You should clean the areas of your nose, ears and eyes, without pressing too hard not to hurt you. If you do not know how to clean these areas, it is recommended to consult a professional, for example a veterinarian, the best way to do it.
Finally, carefully dry your guinea pig. By using only the towel, it can get wet and sick, so you can use a dryer at low temperature and at minimum power until it is completely dry.
Finally, some general tips on how to care for a guinea pig are
Now that you know how to bathe a guinea pig, there’s no excuse for your hairy boyfriend to be perfect, super clean and smelly.
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