Even our smallest critters deserve excellent veterinary care! It is recommended that your pet visits the veterinarian once or twice a year for exams. Teeth, which grow continuously in gerbils, guinea pigs, and hamsters, often require trimming. (We can also recommend appropriate chew toys, which may help keep the teeth worn down.) Parasites such as lice, mites, and fleas can infest your pet. In addition, these companion animals can suffer from other health issues.
While these critters may be related, they do have very different nutritional requirements. The veterinarian team is happy to help choose an appropriate diet for your species. It is important to do your research prior to obtaining these pets. We are happy to schedule an appointment for any nutrition, husbandry, or general wellness concerns.
Contact us if your pet:
- Suffers trauma or is wounded
- Stops eating
- Loses weight
- Appears quieter than normal
- Has discharge from the eyes or nose, or develops a lump on its body
- Has diarrhea, blood stool, or difficulty defecating
