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Guinea Pig Bald Spots

lindsey132

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This is Peaches. I’ve had her for almost two years. When I first got her she was pregnant. I don’t know if that has anything to do with it but ever since then she’s had bald and dry spots all over her body. I’ve done a lot of research and nothing seems to match her bald spots. I know I should take her to a vet but there aren’t any near me that treat guinea pigs.
My other guinea pig Eleanor (the light orange one) has a few bald spots on her stomach. Peaches does scratch a lot but her nails aren’t too sharp or long since I trim them often. Can anyone help me figure out what this 464124DE-0E81-4AFA-B8B5-165B86B81FEB.webp20B9E157-CEC1-4163-8A90-B75A4BBA5E1C.webpC647CE85-9543-44A9-BAFD-5F0385CD6C98.webpCA96C1FE-C399-4E7C-B9A4-7E02C30CE67A.webp
 
Looks very much like ringworm. Please ensure you follow strict hygiene rules as it is contagious to humans as well. Please see this guide for information and book a vets visit asap for appropriate medication Ringworm: Hygiene And Pictures
 
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