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guinea pig ill ?

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Question
hi megan,i have just recentlly just got two guinea pigs and one of them now and agen coughs/chokes and i dont no what to do ? can u help me ASAP x thankyou

Answer
hello Kate,
try changing his bedding what do you use.
Do not use Wood shavings, sawdust is okay, but wood shavings can cause respiratory problems. If you think your guinea pig maybe sensitive to bedding really spoil him and get him some posh soft material bedding. Its really for hamsters but if your Guinea pig is suffering it is the best choice really!
megan