Guinea pigs (also called cavies) like to keep themselves clean but from time to time they need help staying clean from their owners. However, bathing can be stressful for your guinea pig. Here are guinea pig pet bathing in Alexandria VA Tips from Business Name.
Bathe Infrequently
Guinea pigs can become sick through prolonged exposure to wet or cold. It’s best to only bathe a guinea pig if it has gotten into substances that need removing right away like paint, oil or other hazardous materials. Elderly guinea pigs that have trouble eliminating may need baths to remove droppings. Long-haired guinea pigs may need baths before they are trimmed or before a cavy show.
Gather Materials
In order to make the bath as quick as possible for your guinea pig, you need to have all of your materials ready to go. You need
- a pet-safe shampoo
- a basin, tub or sink
- a brush or comb for your pet
- a cup for rinsing
- old towels since your pets may nibble on them.
- hair dryer set to lowest possible level (if you have a hair dryer)
- thick cardboard box or carrying cage filled with bedding and hay OR place a hot waster bottle in the cage bottom and cover with layers of towels so the hot bottle does not burn your pet.
Bath Time
Fill the tub, basin or sink with an inch or less of lukewarm water. Do not make it deeper or your pet may drown. Rinse the guinea pig to make the hair wet. Massage in shampoo, but leave the head alone, unless it is exceptionally dirty. Avoid getting soap in your pet’s ears, mouth and eyes. Rinse off. One soaping up is usually enough.
Needs to be Warm
Place your wet pet on a towel and dry off so it is not dripping. Use the hair dryer if you have one. Comb or brush the fur. Place in the warm box or in its newly cleaned cage. Keep the cage or box in a warm room until it has dried.
In Summary
Guinea pigs may need the occasional bath. Follow these pet bathing in Alexandria VA tips and your cavy will be squeaky clean. Visit Business Name if you have questions about bathing your guinea pig that have not been answered here.
