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Why do my guinea pig jumps out the water everytime i bath her2007-11-24 22:19:44

I've bathe my guinea pig and it jumps out of the water.

ive bathe her in a kitchen sink

i make sure the water is warm but its already warm and i put my guinea pig there..when i put her in the water..she jumps out and almost fall on the floor.[whew! i saved her!]...

and after taking a bath..i gave her treats..

but nothing works! ='(

WHAT WILL I DO!?..help!

Answers:

Guiena pigs are scared of water. Keep bathing to a minimum and use a shampoo formulated for their skin. Bunny bath is the best choice. Do not use human or even baby shampoos.

Only bathe if necessary and no more the once every 6 months.

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I got this from a website listed below, hope it helps!

"You should always have some very gentle shampoo on hand just in case of emergencies, such as your piggy getting into some mud or compost. PHEW! One of the best products for bathing guinea pigs is Four Paws Bunny Bath, widely available in pet shops and online pet stores. In an emergency, if you don't have Bunny Bath, use a puppy shampoo or Dawn dishwashing liquid. Children's shampoos can be too strong for a guinea pig.

You will also need:

a sink or basin

plenty of towels you don't mind being nibbled on

a pan or measuring jug filled with lukewarm water for rinsing

your piggy's brush

(optional)a warm box or cage with a hot water bottle at the bottom and plenty of towels over it