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Shedding

LittleGems

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Hey,
I just put my piggie on my lap and she is shedding a lot. I haven’t particularly noticed this much but I just wanted to check if it was okay/ normal.
 

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My piggies are shedding loads at the mo. It's probably because the weather is warmer and they are losing their warm winter coat.
 
Every time I hold one of mine I end up covered in fur.
Keziah is the worst culprit.
On the rare occasions I am permitted to cuddle her she rewards me with a lap full of fur.
 
Hey,
I just put my piggie on my lap and she is shedding a lot. I haven’t particularly noticed this much but I just wanted to check if it was okay/ normal.

Some piggies shed in warmer or colder weather much more than others. Shedding can also happen when a piggy is suddenly very stressed.
If the shedding is even across the body and doesn't cause any bald areas, there is no need to worry. ;)
 
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