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Lethargic piggy - Probably too hot

poppy and daisy

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My pig is quite lethargic, has lost some weight and most worryingly has shrivelled dry small poos. Yesterday she was eating grass, and seemed ok in herself but today she is not eating, not drinking and lumped next to the ice pack (wrapped in a flannel) that I have placed near her. Vet is booked in 2 hours but she is not right. Anything else I can do in the meantime?
It is 32c in the house, the fan is on her. She is at least 6 years old (not sure as a rescue).
 
My pig is quite lethargic, has lost some weight and most worryingly has shrivelled dry small poos. Yesterday she was eating grass, and seemed ok in herself but today she is not eating, not drinking and lumped next to the ice pack (wrapped in a flannel) that I have placed near her. Vet is booked in 2 hours but she is not right. Anything else I can do in the meantime?
It is 32c in the house, the fan is on her. She is at least 6 years old (not sure as a rescue).

Hi!

Please read these guide links here. You can find a wide range of tips, so there are hopefully some things that you CAN do with your own options. a fan is not enough if it is just pushing hot air around.

The heat stroke advice tells you exactly what to do: Heat stroke symptoms and what to do
Travelling with guinea pigs (see chapter on hot weather tips)

How to keep your accommodation and your guinea pigs as cool as possible - here is our comprehensive life saving advice!
Hot Weather Management, Heat Strokes and Fly Strike
My improvised awning
 
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