Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig has a snow-white shiny and smooth coat, resembling satin. Its eyes are red. It is also known as the Dutch Pig, Dutch Guinea Pig, Agouti Pig, Cavie, or Guinea Pig. Their ancestors originated from the Andes Mountains.
The Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig has a lively and active personality. Even when they are kept in cages, they often wander around, and the most important thing is, you never know what they are up to. Furthermore, they get scared and run away at the slightest movement or noise. Actually, this is because when facing enemies, although most of the time they run away, there are also some brave ones who will urinate towards the enemy. On one hand, they want to prove that they are not cowards, and on the other hand, they want to show their abilities and let the enemies know that they also have tricks up their sleeves. Of course, it is still better to create a quiet and safe environment for the Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig. Additionally, they prefer clean and hygienic, well-ventilated, spacious and soft, quiet and stable environments. They cannot live in dirty places. Not only do they dislike it, but it will also breed many germs, and sooner or later they will get sick, even seriously ill. Good ventilation is essential because the Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig has dense fur and is naturally intolerant to heat. If the weather is hot in summer, they are prone to heatstroke. Ventilation can not only lower the temperature but also create a fresh and clean breathing environment for them.
It is recommended to raise by pet lovers. They have a gentle temperament and are cute and easy to take care of. They are still common household pets. Some organizations around the world have been dedicated to breeding guinea pigs, and people have bred various breeds with different colors and forms.
Mites
The source of mites is the contamination of guinea pig's living environment. They mainly inhabit around the eyes and ears of guinea pigs. Mites can cause mange, as if mites eat the hair of guinea pigs, causing baldness in the affected areas. Once mite symptoms are found, it is necessary to seek medical treatment. The general treatment method is to inject insecticidal injections. Alternatively, agricultural diazinon can be diluted with a ratio of 1 to 100 and applied to the affected areas (a little bit won't harm guinea pigs). It is also important to thoroughly disinfect the cage, otherwise, mites will come back again.
Bacterial Infection
The main symptom is baldness on the head, which is extremely similar to mite symptoms, sometimes even doctors cannot differentiate. This condition is caused by high humidity in the air and long-term consumption of concentrated feed. This disease is similar to athlete's foot in humans, and dandruff will appear on the skin.
Diarrhea
It is caused by gastrointestinal inflammation due to the consumption of unclean food. The symptoms are obvious, with the feces being unformed. If this symptom is found, seek medical treatment immediately. Diarrhea is quite dangerous for guinea pigs because sometimes we do not know which food caused the diarrhea. If it is ordinary diarrhea, medication can help, but if it is caused by chemical poisoning from food, it is difficult to save lives even when taken to the doctor in the first time. So be careful.
Bloating
Caused by consuming unsuitable food, such as pears. Bloating can lead to suffocation and heart failure. So when the condition is serious, seek medical attention promptly.
The Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig can eat common household vegetables, fruits, and grains in addition to eating commercial guinea pig food. These can include items such as grass, hay, fruits, green vegetables, carrots, potatoes, alfalfa, wheat, corn, soybeans, peanuts, oats, and sunflower seeds. Overeating can affect their reproduction rate. The Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig needs an ample supply of drinking water, preferably provided through a hanging water bottle. Like humans and primates, they are unable to produce their own vitamin C and must rely on dietary sources. It is essential to supplement their diet with vitamin C through water or food. Although they will consume any of these foods, the Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pig tends to prefer more nutritious grains and cereals. In our experience, after consuming these types of food, they are less likely to eat cheaper green feed. Therefore, it is recommended to consider mixing them together. Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pigs also enjoy eating fruits such as apples, guavas, and pears. You can also offer them vegetables with stalks, such as sweet potato leaves. However, some guinea pigs prefer to gnaw on stalks rather than eat leaves. It is important to note that sprouted root vegetables like potatoes or sweet potatoes can be toxic and should not be given to Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pigs. When feeding vegetables and fruits to them, it is important to wash them thoroughly (preferably with saltwater if possible) and remove excess moisture before feeding.
Silky White and Pink Eyed Guinea Pigs need to take a bath, and bath supplies should not be lacking. Bath gel is necessary, and it is best to use specialized bath gel or natural shampoo to reduce skin irritation. Other necessary items include towels and a hairdryer, as they need to be dried immediately after bathing to prevent catching a cold.
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