Should I Be Concerned? (Guinea pig advice needed)

[wonderstruck]

My guinea pig has flaky skin on her ear. It doesn't seem very serious, but I want to know if she's okay.

Also, she has like these white lines on the lower area of her claws on one paw.
Is this something I should be worried about?

I can provide pictures if asked for.

Thank you so much for helping me!

 

[bubble&squeak4ever]

I think pictures would help. That way more experienced members will know exactly what you mean and will be able to help you!

 

[PAMELAKT]

Flaky skin could be a sign of mites.....

 

[Lil-Ninnibig]

Lines on nails can mean a calcium deficiency. Ear flakes could be mites. Id advise a vet visit.

 

[wonderstruck]

I'll post pictures soon, I think that'll help. Thank you guys.

 

[Claire W]

Flaky ears could also be a sign of a fungal infection http://www.guinealynx.info/fungus.html

Or mites
http://www.guinealynx.info/mites.html

The photo's in those links are of severe cases so don't let that panic you. Both conditions can be easily treated by a vet

 

[Birdybrainy]

Sounds like fungal to me. One of mine had exactly what you're describing. & I bought a melt & shampoo for gorgeous guineas, cleared it right up