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my ginuea pig, Flicka is loosing her hair.

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Question
our Flicka is loosing her hair. I do not know if it is because she had her babies (4) three survived on march 27th and is just stressed.  They are still nursing as well.  How can I help our baby?

laura

Answer
Laura,

Flicka's hair loss is normal for a mother. You can help her by providing her with extra fresh food that contains lots of vitamin C. This will help get her hormones back in balance which where effected when she gave birth. :) Though keep in mind that it will stop the hair loss, and help in her growing back some hair but she won't have a thick fur coat like she once had. Keep providing her with extra C until she is done nursing.

Take care now,
         Jules