You’ve strategies like dieting, exercising, and many others. In addition, a pet that is losing weight (or if young, failing to gain) is also at great risk. [4] X Research source If your guinea pig is not eating much because he feels sick, he may not be getting enough vitamin C, which could make him feel even worse. I have a guinea pig who we have had since spring of last year (we think his b-day is around v-day, so about a year and 4 months old) we recently went on vacation to las vegas and he stayed at a friends house for a week and a half.. he wasn't acting any different at first, but then we noticed that he was losing weight, not drinking as much water, and not eating as much food. How to Identify Ketosis? Also, it is a known behavior for a new guinea pig not to eat in front of you because of being nervous and shy. If you see your guinea pig hasn't touched its food and you are seeing fewer and smaller stools being passed, your guinea pig may have ileus. Thread starter Fizzbomb290; Start date Sep 21, 2015; Status Not open for further replies. Unless you weigh your guinea pigs fairly regularly then it can be really difficult to check for changes in weight. Vet looked … Ileus is caused when gas builds up in the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestines). Guinea Pig Care. Since last saturday she has lost 74g and is losing about 10-15g a day. Is Your Guinea Pig Losing Weight? A lack of vitamin C is one possible cause of respiratory problems in guinea pigs. However, i'm not convinced thats the problem as its sudden weight loss, she's been eating up until yesterday. Not Eating, Weight Loss And The Importance Of Syringe Feeding Fibre Complete Syringe Feeding Guide Please also be aware that there are other health issues like a fungal candida mouth infection which can cause very similar symptoms because the mouth is painful and swallowing is difficult. She isn't dribbling etc. Take your guinea pig to the veterinarian for a blood test to find out if your guinea pig is suffering from ketosis. Guinea Pig Weight Loss. Health & Illness After Antibiotics - Appetite/weight Loss? The Spruce 2019 Ileus . In the case of a pregnant guinea pig, the doctor can identify the condition just by observing uterus. She is eating, and pooing, but still losing weight. With a reduced appetite, your guinea pig will lose weight. A guinea pig you have just brought home that is not eating may have a respiratory or other bacterial infection. On the other hand, older guinea pigs tend to lose appetite due to their age. Public Group active 5 days, 19 hours ago. If no feces or urine are being passed and your guinea pig is not eating, you must seek veterinary care immediately! My final post in this thread will be recent picture of when he was healthy, to remember him fondly by, and as I haven't posted any pictures of him yet I wanted to share him with you all. One of my females Maisy is losing weight rapidly. Re: Guinea Pig Losing Weight but Still Eating i appreciate that you all care for his passing as we grieve over his loss. It sure is an oxymoron because it is an obese condition that later leads to weight loss. Thread ... Have been weighing her daily (twice today, 1005 this morning and 992 this evening). Fizzbomb290 Junior Guinea Pig. Weight loss or gain can be an indication of a health problem, and it can be one of only a few symptoms. She is currently at the vets who are looking for teeth problems. When somebody sticks to these methods, they do work, however it is a difficult task and requires enormous will power. Sep 21, 2015 #1 Guinea pigs should always be eating and defecating. Guinea Pig Eating But Losing Weight? Hi Everyone, our guinea pig (female 2 years old, and lives with her 2 sisters) is eating, urinating and pooping as normal (after having a few days of wet poos), however she is losing weight. 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