The biology of the guinea pig focuses on the use of the guinea pig as a substrate in research. The guinea pig or domestic guinea pig cavia porcellus, also known as cavy or domestic cavy, is a species of rodent belonging to the family caviidae and the genus cavia. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all those working in the animal care industry. Pdf the guinea pig handbook download full pdf book. The book provides basic knowledge and understanding of this. Guinea pigs have an average of 4 young per litter, with a range of 1. Common diseases that affect pet rodents guinea pigs, rats and mice include respiratory diseases, anorexia and lethargy, overgrown teeth and tumours. Richardson may 2000 this book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine. Some common guinea pig ailments guinea pig illnesses. The hay should be good quality grassy or barley hay. Schirmer tear test is applicable to rabbits and guinea pigs fig. Written in note form the book assists in the formulation of a diagnostic plan when the practitioner is faced with a sick animal. The timesaving index at the back of the book lists each major disease by name, often crossreferenced with a synonymous name.
Apr 06, 2000 about this book this book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine. If farmers can notice the backbone, the hips or the ribs, the pigs are too thin. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs 2nd edition pdf veterinary. Guinea pigs guinea pigs welfare tips, advice, health.
Sections on clinical signs, diagnoses and treatments, allow rapid reference in successive chapters on the reproductive, digestive, respiratory, musculoskeletal and urinary systems, the skin, head and neck, nervous system and husbandry. They can provide important information on guinea pig illnesses and dose charts for medicines commonly prescribed for guinea pigs. Respiratory diseases are common in guinea pigs and chinchillas. Make sure that you vaccinate and feed them properly until they are ready for the market. If your shelter lacks a separate space, you can house guinea pigs in the cat room, but set up your caging so they do not have to face cats. Infectious diseases of the dog and cat 4th edition pdf.
Most sections are based on the nature of the etiologic agent, and all are preceded by their own table of contents. Guinea pigs get various tumors, particularly skin and mammary tumors. Torresanjel for the am soc microbiology asm news at the time of the publication of the book. Hailing from england, gurney is one of the worlds leading authorities on guinea pigs. Staphylococcus aureus is an opportunistic pathogen that can cause pododermatitis bumblefoot in guinea pigs housed on wire bars and in caging with improper sanitation. The keys to a good diet for your guinea pigs are to use a wide range of vegetables and a bit of fruit. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs, 2nd edition wiley. Guinea pigs are active up to 20 hours per day and sleep only for short periods. Guinea pigs have only a single pair of inguinal nipples. Download pdf diseases of domestic guinea pigs book full free. The biology of the guinea pig download ebook pdf, epub. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the guinea pig cavea porcellus was a popular experimental animal for studying prevalent bacterial diseases such as tuberculosis 153 and diphtheria, 287 both of which efforts led to nobel prizes.
They originated in the andes of south america, and studies based. Enteric disorders the predominant group ofdiseases baby pigs. Indeed, as youll see, many of the more common guinea pig diseases are easily avoided with the right husbandry. Do not add any medications to your guinea pig s drinking water. Feeding and watering pick out a good feed for your pigs. Infectious diseases of the dog and cat 4th edition pdf download. Guinea pigs need their nails clipped approximately once a month. One of these undoubtedly is the ease with which it may be handled and maintained within the laboratory. Apr 23, 2019 other common pig diseases and health problems 1.
The young of both species are born fully furred and well developed. Keep fruits and vegetables low in calcium, low in oxalic acids and to aim for a good balance of calcium. In guinea pigs, short hair is dominant to long hair. The care of guinea pigs handbook is an essential primer for the newcomer to guinea pigs care and a classic to add to any guinea pigs lovers collection. Your guinea pig will love all the food you offer, but if sits in their bowl for more than four hours, its time to take it away. Guinea pigs need constant access to clean, fresh water. Hairless guinea pigs benefit from a small amount of nontoxic aloebased lotion rubbed onto skin to keep it soft. Use the link below to share a fulltext version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Genetics practice problems easy mode biology libretexts. Sourcesreferences information regarding safe medications can be obtained from the following reference books, which also list the above medications as dangerous to guinea pigs. Full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version.
A guinea pig that does not get enough vitamin c in its diet is more prone to infections, skin problems, and may even become lame. A healthy guinea pig diet is about 20% vegetables and 5% fruit. This book provides a comprehensive coverage of material related to applied care and management of guinea pigs and their diseases. All private brand products carry a 100% moneyback guarantee.
Diarrhea then causes dehydration, hypothermia, and loss of appetite. Frequency of ownerreported bacterial infections in pet. This is one of the most common pig diseases, easily recognizable because the animals grow slowly and are visibly thin. Husbandry, handling, and common diseases of guinea pigs. Microorganisms such as bordetella bronchiseptica and streptococcus pneumoniae are commonly implicated in respiratory disease. Guinea pigs stay clean and rarely need baths, but can be spotcleaned with a damp washcloth or unscented baby wipes if needed. If you notice scabs, hair loss or itching in any of your guinea pigs see your vet straight away. Guinea pigs are wonderful animals to raise, whether as pets or as livestock. Guinea pigs are prone to antibioticassociated enterotoxemia, a severe bout of diarrhea that occurs after treatment with antibiotics. The aim of this study was to investigate the frequency with. The goal of this book has been to provide a comprehensive reference that can also serve as a clinically useful source of information for diagnosis and treatment of canine and feline infections throughout the world.
Guinea pigs cannot produce vitamin c, so they need supplementation. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs pdf free download epdf. Library of veterinary practice diseases of domestic guinea pigs. The keys to a good diet for your guinea pigs are to use a. Pdf the guinea pig handbook download full pdf book download. Guinea pigs can suffer from foot problems originating from injury, obesity, and disease. The most commonly diagnosed disease in guinea pigs was dental disease 36. Caring for guinea pigs 10 parasites guinea pigs can pick up parasites. Guinea pigs are typically very healthy animals when kept properly. In order to prevent this condition, always consult. About this book this book provides a comprehensive text covering all aspects of guinea pig medicine.
Ideally, guinea pigs should be kept with other small mammals in a room away from cats and dogs. Yellow fever is a risk in guinea, so cdc recommends this vaccine for all travelers who are 9 months of age or older. This book is a wealth of information for a layman guinea pig owner. Space requirement for pigs 51 different modelstypes of pig housesheds. Lisle, il 60532 630 7371281 guinea pigs cavia porcellus, also known as cavies, are friendly rodents from south america that were domesticated between 500 and a. Cats can have other issues associated with this disorder, like stiffness in joints, deformed legs and toes, thickened. Housing and caring for guinea pigs grooming, hygiene and health care food and dietary requirements advice on care of guinea pigs covers correct feeding, caging, spaying. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs 2nd edition this updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all those working in the animal care industry. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary. Although the young can scamper about and eat solid food the day they are born, they are not fully weaned for about three weeks.
It contains anything and everything you need to know about the health of the guineas. Serious owners and vets especially those unfamiliar with guinea pigs should consider purchasing one or more reference books. They were raised by the incas and used as food and in religious ceremonies. Guinea pigs are highly social and herd formation has been observed in domesticated and wild guinea pig populations for discussion, see donnelly and brown 2004 and brewer et al. Its an ebook that sums up years of experience with guinea pigs from the author, richard james. Teeth guinea pigs teeth can get too long, causing pain and. Guinea pigs are generally hardy, healthy animals but are susceptible to certain diseases.
The chapters on mending and minding and maintenance and behaviour alone are the worth the price of this book. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students, veterinary nurses, breeders and all. Apr 12, 2019 p igs are susceptible to several diseases such as diarrhoea, particularly in intensive farming systems where crowding may be a problem. Gastrointestinal disease in guinea pigs and rabbits. The most important thing that a guinea needs every day is vitamin c.
This text likewise deals with the noninduced diseases of guinea pigs and use of the. Guinea pigs eat vegetation and do not require water to drink if supplied with sufficiently moist food, but they must have water if fed dry commercial food. Twice a week, let them nibble on raisins and alfalfa. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Let us consider now a number of diseases with the object of bringing them theattention of swine raiser. Health problems in guinea pigs vca animal hospital. The scientific name of the guinea pig is cavia porcellus, from which their other name, the cavy, originates. This updated edition will be of value to veterinary surgeons and students.
An example of a condition that affects guinea pigs is bumble foot, which is unfortunately something owners need to look out for its an infection that. They can even get bordetella bronchiseptica from your dog, cat, or pet rabbit. Guinea pigs are sensitive to cold air drafts and can easily develop an upper respiratory infectionor worse, pneumonia. Speak with your veterinarian about the best way to achieve the right levels of vitamin c for your pet. Domestic guinea pigs suffer morbidity and mortality due to a range of bacterial infections amongst other causes. Dose your guinea pigs individually to ensure they receive the correct amount of any medication. In addition to fibrous greens, the diet should include a small number of highquality pellets.
Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 601k, or click on a page image below. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs, 2nd edition vetbooks. The government of guinea also requires proof of yellow fever vaccination if you are traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever this does not include the us for complete. Guinea pig disease information the unusual pet vets. Caring for guinea pigs the animal welfare foundation. They cannot make their own vitamin c and require supplementation or they may develop scurvy. Cavies cannot manufacture their own vitamin c and require 10 to 30 mg daily to prevent scurvy. Download pdf the guinea pig free online new books in. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Because all small animals are potential carriers of infectious diseases, such as lymphocytic.
Respiratory infections with more severe infections you may notice wheezing, coughing, and openmouthed breathing if pneumonia is present. The origin of the colloquial name guinea pig is a subject of much debate. Young guinea pigs usually nurse for 21 days, although they can survive on solid food alone after 5 days. Guinea pigs, like ferrets and primates, are relatively resistant to the effects of steroids, and the numbers of thymic and peripheral lymphocytes are not reduced markedly by corticosteroid injections hodgson and funder, 1978. The most common one is a mite which can cause intense itching and selfharm from the animals scratching themselves raw. Most common pig diseases syptoms, prevention and treatment. Take notice of your guinea pigs cage location and be sure to keep them away from drafts, open doors, and open windows. Guinea pigs like to eat more or less constantly so it is essential they have something to nibble on such as hay. In healthy pigs, the only bones that should be visible are the shoulder blades. Diseases of domestic guinea pigs veterinary discussions.
In such cases, the pads of the feet wont be pink and healthy, and your guinea pig may be limping. Topics on guinea pig behavior, genetics, specific pathogenfree technique, biomethodology, and colony husbandry are also covered. Breeding pet cavies has become increasingly popular in the past decades. Its sensitivity to a variety of infectious diseases that affect man and other animals is a further factor enhancing its usefulness, particularly as a. The guinea pig is an established model for the study of genetic control of the histocompatibilitylinked immune response chiba et al. It can be characterized into group of musculoskeletal disorders, a broad category of diseases that affects the muscles or bones. Pdf diseases of domestic guinea pigs download full pdf. What percentage of the offspring will have have short hair. The digestive system diseases of domestic guinea pigs.
A rabbit or guinea pig with anaemia will generally show signs of being lethargic, off their food and a decreased exercise tolerance. Whatever room you use, maintain the temperature at 6575 degrees to minimize the risk of respiratory disease. Furthermore, had it not been for the guinea pig, the famous bacteriologist dr. The first part of the name may have been derived from the price of the animal in 16th and 17thcentury englandthat is, possibly one guineaor it may have arisen from the animals being carried to european markets after first being transferred to ships in ports in guinea. Download pdf guinea pigs free online new books in politics. Before you embark on owning one of these lovable creatures, theres a lot you need to know. Guinea pigs cannot store or manufacture their own vitamin c. Unlimited viewing of the articlechapter pdf and any associated. In guinea pigs, black eyes bb, bb are dominant to red eyes bb. Written in note form the book assists in the formulation of a diagnostic plan when the practitioner is. Care of guinea pigs ness exotic wellness center 1007 maple ave. Despite their common name, guinea pigs are not native to guinea, nor are they closely biologically related to pigs, and the origin of the name is still unclear.
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