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COMPLTE GUINEA PIG
CARE GUIDE
Discover How To Own The Happiest, Healthiest And Liveliest Guinea Pig.
(89 Pages Of Usefull Information)
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GUINEA PIG FIRST AID KIT
 First-Aid Checklist For Guinea Pigs
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Antibiotic ointment for minor cuts or scrapes
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Anti-itch spray for relief of itching, dermatitis and abrasions
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Artificial tear gel
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Bandages. Purchase an assortment of gauze and stretch bandages, and large and small gauze pads to cover wounds
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Bitter Apple Spray. Its bitter taste keeps your guinea pig from licking her wounds
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Cotton balls and swabs for applying just about everything
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Ear wipes for wax and ear discharges
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Eye wipes to clean eye discharge
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First aid lotion
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Flea & tick shampoo for flea control
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Grease-cutting dishwashing detergent (mild) for cleaning wounds
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Hydrogen peroxide solution (3%)
This is the most versatile item in your pet first aid kit. If you have only one thing available for pet emergencies make it hydrogen peroxide. It can be used to clean wounds and ears, and to induce vomiting. Check with your veterinarian for specifics on these procedures.
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Latex gloves for your own protection
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Saline solution to flush eyes
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Sanitary wipes for cleaning wounds and yourself
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Sterile eye ointment
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Syringe (large, no needle) for flushing wounds or administering medication
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Small nail scissors
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Tick release ointment
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Tweezers
Additional Items to Consider or Keep Nearby -
Towels (for restraint)
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Rectal thermometer
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Vaseline
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Penlight
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Pet carrier
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Storage
Your guinea pig’s first aid kit should be kept in a cool, dry place where you have easy access to it, such as an interior closet. Many people keep medications and first aid supplies (even for humans) in bathrooms, but because of moisture from baths and showers this is not an ideal location.
Normal Values for a Guinea Pig:
Temperature: 100- 102.5° F
Pulse rate: 250 - 300 bpm
Respiration: 80 - 90 respirations per minute.
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