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why is my girl eating her fur???!

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Question
it has been a whilesince i ask u a question but well I really need your help... i can't find anything on thei nternet and can't seem to find the answer ok well... anyways  Why is my piggy automn eating and chewing on her own fur she has on one side of her and it is all short and therest is all long hair but i dont inderstand why only in one spot too...? could she have fleas or is she just ichy from me not rinsing her thurolly or is she board or depreed?

Vicki!:D

Answer
Hi

It sounds like your pig either has mites or some sort of parasitic infection. The two conditions are very similar but it may also come with red lesions on her skin. The best bet is to take her to a vet where he will give you an antibiotic if neccesary or just tell you to shampoo using antibacterial shampoo.

andy