Can guinea pigs get toxemia?

Answer by  traumatised (3285)

Yes they can. Keep a close eye on mum after labour in case she shows signs, and take her to a qualified EXOTICS vet if she does.

Answer by  LouB (294)

Yes. Guinea pigs can develop this when pregnant. Seek care from a vet who specializes in exotic and small animals.

Answer by  craftheart (392)

It is possible for guinea pigs to get toxemia. Stillbirths and abortions can often result from toxemia illness. This can be caused when your pig is not fed correctly late in her pregnancy.

Answer by  fuzzygarfield (65)

Pregnant guinea pigs are susceptible to toxemia, and can lead to stillbirths. Toxemia is usually caused by inadequate feeding. Mastitis and genetics can also lead to toxemia. Guinea pigs can die from toxemia in less than 5 days without treatment.

Answer by  traumatised (3285)

Yes, they can. Keep an eye on them during pregnancy and around birth and call an EXOTICS vet if there are any problems (prolonged labour, excessive bleeding, etc). Please do not breed intentionally - there is a 20% death rate in all cavy pregnancies - so adopt instead.

Answer by  lbauman1222 (130)

Yes. Lack of vitamenC & overweight pigs mostly. Signs will be refusal to eat or drink with a mucousy stool and labored breathing. Terminal in 3-5 days,no treatments available.

Answer by  traumatised (3285)

Toxemia is common in guinea pigs if they are given unsafe antibiotics such as penicillin (the only really safe ones are bactrim, baytril and doxycycline) or as a complication from pregnancy (espeically if overbred or in older sows). If you suspect ANY illnes, find a cavy savvy EXOTICS vet ASAP.

Answer by  traumatised (3285)

Yes they can - there are many risks during pregnancy and toxemia is one of them. It is best to avoid pregnancy as there is always a 20% chance of fatality for mum. If you suspect toxemia, get the pig to an emergency clinic to see a trained exotics vet immediately.

Answer by  KateAndHannah (5)

I think my guinea pig has this. She reacently had her first pregnancy with 5 babys and 3 of them died before birth and the other 2 died of neglet afew hours fatre they were born. And because of this, she has been showing signs of this. :(