"Guinea Pig & Mouse Full Care Guide ???????? | Tips, Food, Cage & Health | S.R.A. H"

???????? Guinea Pig & Mouse – Full Care and Precautions

By: Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Hospital

???? 1. Housing and Cage Setup:

???? Cage Size & Safety:

Guinea pig: Minimum 2×3 feet cage for one, bigger for pairs

Mouse: Small but secure cage with narrow bars to prevent escape

Use solid flooring (no mesh or wire) to prevent foot injuries

???? Bedding:

Use paper bedding or aspen shavings (never pine or cedar — harmful fumes)

Keep bedding clean and dry — change 2–3 times a week

????️ Temperature:

Ideal range: 20°C to 24°C

Keep away from direct sunlight, fans, or AC vents

No sudden temperature changes

???? 2. Diet & Nutrition:

???? Guinea Pig:

Needs Vitamin C daily (cannot produce it naturally)
✅ Feed: Fresh veggies (carrot, spinach, bell pepper), hay, guinea pig pellets
❌ Avoid: Onion, garlic, potato, iceberg lettuce

???? Mouse:

Balanced lab blocks or pellets, occasional seeds & grains
✅ Add: Apple slices, cucumber (small quantity)
❌ Avoid: Chocolate, sugary snacks, junk food

???? Fresh water daily, via clean water bottle with sipper

???? 3. Cleanliness & Hygiene:

Clean cage thoroughly every 2–3 days

Wash food bowls and water bottles daily

Keep pet’s fur clean; do not bathe unless vet advises

Trim nails (only if overgrown), brush long-haired guinea pigs regularly

???? 4. Health Monitoring & Signs of Illness:

Watch for:

Loss of appetite

Watery eyes/nose

Diarrhea or constipation

Hair loss, itching, or wounds

Less activity or hiding all day

???? If any signs are seen, bring them to Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Hospital immediately. Delay in small pets can be risky.

???? 5. Handling & Bonding:

Guinea Pig:

Hold gently with both hands — one under the chest, one supporting back legs

Speak softly, avoid loud noises

Social animals — keep in pairs (same gender to avoid breeding)

Mouse:

Very quick and sensitive — hold gently but firmly

Avoid sudden movements

Wash hands before & after handling

???? 6. Safety Precautions:

No access to electric wires, plastic, or toxic items

Keep away from cats, dogs, or aggressive animals

Avoid perfumes, sprays, or incense near cage

During treatment (like antibiotics or IV), handle only under vet guidance

???? At Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Hospital:

We provide expert care for small mammals like guinea pigs and mice

Physiotherapy, wound care, feeding support, and recovery monitoring done with love

Every small life is treated with utmost respect and compass

"Guinea Pig & Mouse Full Care Guide ???????? | Tips, Food, Cage & Health | Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Hospital"