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piggis sick or scared???

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ok well I use aspen shavings/beding becuase i was told that cedar and pine are dangerous...she does not have eany discharge around her eye's or nose but she is still sneezing quit a bit...

Vicki
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Ok well I finally got my little piggy's... they were fihting so i seporated them and now they are doing better but my one is shedding and not eating or drinking and theother is eating anddrinking but she keeps sneezing wuts rong is she sick or is that normal she sneesed 4 times so far and i have had her for...8 hours ruffly so can you tell me what is rong?

Vicki
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Hi Vicki

Not eating for 8 hours on the day you bring your pig home isnt something to worry about. If she doesnt eat within the first 24 hours then you should consult a vet or the pet store though.

The sneezing also isnt overly excessive, but can you tell me what bedding you use. Also, is there any sign of discharge on the nose or eyes.

thanks

andy

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Hi

The bedding you use is fine so there's no problem there.

As I said earlier, the sneezing isnt excessive really. I just think you need to give your pig some time to settle in. If ever you're really worried you can get a professional to exam her to put your mind at rest.

andy