Guinea pigs are pets that are quite healthy and resistant to most diseases. However, you shouldn't be too lighthearted about these fluffy animals. If the guinea pig has worms, this disease should be treated immediately.
It is necessary
- - suspension "Prazicide"
- - preparations for worms for kittens and puppies
Instructions
Step 1
The main danger of worms for guinea pigs is their rapid reproduction and spread throughout the body. This species exists exclusively due to nutrients, with an excess of which, complete dehydration and depletion of the animal is not excluded.
Step 2
The appearance of worms in a guinea pig is accompanied, as a rule, by a change in behavior and appetite. The main symptom of this disease is the presence of larvae and embryos in the feces of the animal. In the early stages of the disease, such changes may not be noticeable, however, for prevention, it is better to regularly donate guinea pig feces for appropriate tests.
Step 3
You can get rid of worms in a guinea pig only with the help of special medications. It is better not to experiment or engage in unverified self-medication in this situation. Worms are parasites that initially appear in the intestines of a pet, and then literally gnawing through its walls, they move into the bloodstream. Such vigorous activity causes distress and harm to the pig's health.
Step 4
Prevention of the appearance of worms in guinea pigs must be carried out once or twice a year. For this, special preparations are used, which are freely available in specialized stores for animals. The most common remedy for any type of worms is the Prazicide suspension. This drug must be used in strict accordance with the instructions.
Step 5
Guinea pig organisms have individual characteristics. That is why, when choosing a method for treating worms, it is imperative to consult with a specialist. In some cases, veterinarians prescribe complex treatment with special drugs that are injected into the animal's body in the form of injections.
Step 6
Often, experts prescribe drugs for the treatment of worms in guinea pigs, intended for other animals. For example, for kittens or puppies. You should not select such funds on your own. The wrong dosage can be a fatal mistake for the owner of a furry pet.
Step 7
Various factors can cause worms - contact with an infected animal, weak immunity, regular eating of undercooked and contaminated food. Guinea pigs are unpretentious in care, but it is necessary to carefully monitor the cleanliness of their food and housing.
Step 8
When infected with worms, a guinea pig needs not only veterinary care, but also proper care from its owner. The animal should be fed only with high-quality and well-washed food. Be sure to provide your guinea pig with the required amount of liquid. The water in the drinker should be changed as often as possible.
