Darcie
Junior Guinea Pig
Gobbles ears and feet get really flaky. I read it was not enough veggies so I feed them even more now. I also tried putting coconut oil on her ears but it helps for a bit then comes back. Anybody know what it is?
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Delitedcavy
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I suggest a vet
Betsy
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I agree with @Delitedcavy a visit to a vet is in order as it could be anything and only a vet can diagnose what it is.
Flaky ears can be a sign of a skin problem.
I would recommend to stop using the coconut oil and pop her along to a vet to be checked over.
I would recommend to stop using the coconut oil and pop her along to a vet to be checked over.
Hi!
Veg have nothing to do with crusty/flaky ears. Please do not overfeed them. You only create more health problems and a shortened life span in the longer run. A good diet should be over 80% hay, only 10-15% veg (about 50g) and only 5% pellets.
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Please see a vet for a fungal skin infection. Coconut oil won't cure that, either. We cannot (and are not allowed to, as is no online place) diagnose and treat pets unseen and without a hands-on examination. But we can tell you when to see a vet and what to ask them.