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Snuggles

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Question
Hi Kristen, I paid more attention to Snuggles breathing.  I guess it sounds like a grunting noise.  Is this still ok?  My husband told me not to worry she is fine.  I'm sorry to bother you again.  Again she's been breathing like this ever since we got her.  It's about 2-3 months that we have her.  She also is growing at a very slow pace.  I forgot to tell you that too.  Thanks for all your help.  Have a happy 4th too.

JoAnn


Answer
It's okay, you can ask me anytime, I know I am worried sick when I notice something is wrong with my piggie. I think the breathing is still fine, sometimes I noticed my piggie Whiskey breathes like that too, yet he acts fine and jumps all around. About the growing she could just be growing up slowly and that's fine. as long as she is not scrawny and not eating. If she seems happy and doesn't struggle when you pick her up or she doesn't have like breathing attacks then I think she will be fine. If you have anymore questions or more clues to this please feel free to keep asking... I know I would! PLease feel free to get her checked out by a vet. If not, I think she'll be fine. Watch for more signs and if they seem serious contact me. Thanks, have a good 4th.