Guinea pigs have always been very popular in the pet care circle. Their naive, playful and lively appearance is really lovable. However, today's guinea pig varieties are extremely rich, and they are all carefully bred. Many people don't know how to choose?
If you prefer a quiet life and want to raise a cute, non-noisy guinea pig, then choosing the silver guinea pig is the right choice. Next, the editor will share some tips on selecting it, hoping to help you choose a healthy and pure silver guinea pig~
1. Look at the appearance
First of all, look at its appearance. A healthy silver guinea pig has bright and lively eyes. , no eye mucus. If you notice any stains or scabs on its fur around its eyes, your silver guinea pig may be sick. In addition, pay attention to the silver guinea pig's nose and ears. The nose should be kept dry and the ears should be free of scars. Also, look at its muzzle, making sure the teeth are properly aligned, not broken or too long, and the fur around the chin needs to be dry and smell-free.
2. Look at the fur
Fur is a decisive factor in the health of a silver guinea pig. First of all, make sure that the coat is complete and shiny, with no signs of hair loss, and that the skin under the hair is smooth and has no traces of insect bites or peeling. This means that the silver guinea pig is healthy and loves to be clean. Secondly, a healthy silver guinea pig should have no wounds, inflammation or redness on its skin. In addition, its anus should also be clean, and the hair around the anus should not be wet or sticky. If there is, it should be diarrhea and is not recommended for selection.
3. Look at the gait
The gait of the silver guinea pig is also an important indicator of its health. A normal silver guinea pig's gait should be smooth and normal, with no lameness or any signs of immobility. In addition, you should also pay attention to the breathing conditions of the silver guinea pig when moving. If it makes a gurgling sound when walking, it means that the breathing is unstable or irregular and requires more attention.
Finally, it is recommended that you try to choose a small silver guinea pig that is about 6 weeks old. Also, please be careful not to buy silver quills of different gendersGuinea pigs are housed in cages. Because even if the male silver guinea pig is underage, it is still possible for the female silver guinea pig to become pregnant, which is very dangerous for both the female silver guinea pig and her cubs. Combined with the above three points, after understanding these, you can choose a silver guinea pig that is healthy, lively, docile and well-behaved to take home!
