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Hello,
I have 2 male guinea pigs, Rasta and Roo who are both 4 months old. I purchased them from a pet store (Pets at Home to be precise) and since bringing them home, Roo has always sneezed. The pet store told us not to be overly concerned about this, but lately I've noticed his nose has been wet. He's eating perfectly fine and keeping the weight on, and still as active as he has always been, but I'm just wondering if this is something to worry about? And what can I do to try help the little guy?
Many thanks!
 
beccahope said:
Hello,
I have 2 male guinea pigs, Rasta and Roo who are both 4 months old. I purchased them from a pet store (Pets at Home to be precise) and since bringing them home, Roo has always sneezed. The pet store told us not to be overly concerned about this, but lately I've noticed his nose has been wet. He's eating perfectly fine and keeping the weight on, and still as active as he has always been, but I'm just wondering if this is something to worry about? And what can I do to try help the little guy?
Many thanks!
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Hi!

You can reclaim any vet cost in the first 2-3 weeks from the pet shop as part of your customer rights (in the US it is 1 month).
What to check and look out for in new guinea pigs (vet checks, sexing, parasites&illness)

Please check whether the hay you are feeding is too dusty.
 
At the moment they eat meadow hay, how would I know how dusty it is?
 
beccahope said:
At the moment they eat meadow hay, how would I know how dusty it is?
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It should say on the package whether it is dust extracted or not.
Here is our hay guide: A Comprehensive Hay Guide for Guinea Pigs (incl. providers in several countries)

Perfumed air fresheners, scents and scented skin products or fumes, smoke, air conditioning or dry radiator can also cause problems.
However, the first port of call in all cases is to exclude a URI (respiratory infection), which only a vet can do.

The hay guide is part of our new owners information package that addresses the most often asked questions and worries from piggy newbies in a practical and helpful way: Getting Started - New Owners' Most Helpful Guides
 
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