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rlane42

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on: Jul 18, 2018
What is the main cause of perianal impaction in the guinea pig?

Question 2

What is the reason guinea pigs should not be housed with rabbits?


emily12345

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

It is caused by a buildup of bedding material and feces due to the guinea pig dragging its rear end to scent mark.

Answer to Question 2

Rabbits can be asymptomatic carriers of Bordetella bronchiseptica. In guinea pigs, this causes severe respiratory infections, abortions, and stillbirths.


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