Before we get into the specifics of colds and flu with regard to guinea pigs, let’s be clear on what exactly we are talking about. When we talk about a common cold, we’re talking about any of the 200+ viruses that cause upper respiratory symptoms like watery and runny noses, sneezing, watery eyes, general malaise, coughing, itchy or sore throats, congestion, headaches, and possibly a low-grade fever. read more
Colds and upper respiratory infections in guinea pigs will include a variety of symptoms like those humans experience, such as loss of appetite, lethargy, choughing, sneezing, wheezing, nasal discharge and water eyes. read more