The guinea pig does not need to be fasted prior to sedation, but its mouth must be clear of all food or debris. Use cotton-tipped applicators to gently swab all residual food from the oral cavity.

‘But the original guinea pig would not go anywhere near Fudge ... she was dead in her cage with blood and mucus foaming at the mouth and nose. ‘It was absolutely awful. I was just so shocked ...

Customers who purchased a guinea pig from Pets At Home have been contacted by the chain with “detailed advice and guidance”. The infection can cause guinea pigs to catch pneumonia and could ...