Beige Golden Guinea Pig has a uniformly beige coat and red eyes, also known as Dutch Pig, Dutch Guinea Pig, Cavy, Guinea Pig, or Guinea Pig. Its ancestors came from the Andes Mountains in South America and were brought to the Western world by European merchants in the 16th century. At that time, people liked this small animal very much and kept it as pets. They have a gentle and cute temperament, are relatively easy to care for, and are still common household pets. Some organizations around the world are devoted to breeding guinea pigs and have developed various breeds with different colors and shapes.
The Beige Golden Guinea Pig belongs to the guinea pig family. As the name suggests, it is named Beige Golden Guinea Pig because its fur color is beige. The English name is SelfBeige, and it is also known as the Dutch Pig, Dutch Guinea Pig, Cavy, Guinea Pig or Guinea Pig. It appeared around the 16th century in the Andes Mountains in South America and was brought to the Western world. Because of its cute appearance, it is beloved by the public and has now become a popular pet. The Beige Golden Guinea Pig is a medium-sized guinea pig with a body length of about 22-35cm. Its body is short, stout and adorable when running. The head is large and well-proportioned to the body. The eyes are large, round, bright and red in color. The ears are small, short, and symmetrical, distributed on both sides of the head. The lips are split. The limbs are short and small, with 4 toes on the front feet and 3 toes on the hind feet, which do not affect its running speed. There is no external tail. The fur color of the whole body is uniformly beige. The Beige Golden Guinea Pig is famous for its congenial temperament and charming red fur. The ideal body length of the Beige Golden Guinea Pig should be 22-34cm, and the ideal body weight should be between 400-700g. The Beige Golden Guinea Pig has a short, stout and round body, with a large head, big round eyes and bright vision, round but not large ears, and a split upper lip. The limbs are short, with 4 toes on the front feet and 3 toes on the hind feet, and no external tail. It looks like a furry ball, and many people fall in love with it at first sight. When you complain that you cannot afford to raise a pet cat or that your home space cannot meet their activity requirements, you can consider raising a Beige Golden Guinea Pig. They do not take up space and are easy to raise, so preparing a nest that can accommodate a Beige Golden Guinea Pig is the most basic thing.
The Beige Golden Guinea Pig is recommended for small pet lovers. It is very independent but does not dislike living in a group: very easy to raise. It moves clumsily and does not run around everywhere. The Beige Golden Guinea Pig is a vegetarian and is not picky about food. They are not as clingy as dogs, but they also hope to be loved by their owners. It is recommended to spend more time playing with them and doing activities to make them more active and extend their lifespan. They reproduce by laying eggs and can reproduce throughout the year. The Beige Golden Guinea Pig has a very gentle temperament and is very suitable for the elderly and children to raise.
Sarcoptic mange
The source of Sarcoptic mange is the contamination of the guinea pig's living environment. It mainly lives around the eyes and ears of the guinea pig. Sarcoptic mange can cause scabies, as if the mites eat the guinea pig's fur, causing patches of hair loss. Once signs of Sarcoptic mange are found, it is necessary to seek medical treatment. The general treatment method is to inject insecticidal drugs. You can also dilute agricultural dichlorvos with a ratio of 1:100 and apply it to the affected area (adding a little bit to the guinea pig is harmless). In addition, it is important to thoroughly disinfect the cage, otherwise the mites will come back again.
Bacterial infection
The main symptom is the appearance of patchy hair loss on the head, which is extremely similar to the symptoms of Sarcoptic mange, sometimes even doctors cannot distinguish between them. This condition is caused by high humidity in the air and long-term consumption of concentrated feed. This type of condition is similar to athlete's foot in humans and can cause dandruff on the skin.
Diarrhea
Caused by gastroenteritis due to the consumption of unclean food. The symptoms are obvious, that is, the feces are not formed. If this symptom is found, immediate medical attention should be sought. Diarrhea is quite dangerous for guinea pigs because sometimes we don't know which food caused the diarrhea. If it is a common diarrhea, medication can help. If it is diarrhea caused by chemical poisoning, even if we seek medical attention immediately, it is difficult to save their lives. So be very careful.
Flatulence
Caused by eating inappropriate foods, such as pears. Flatulence can lead to suffocation and heart failure. Therefore, when the situation is severe, early medical attention is necessary.
Constipation
Caused by excessively dry food and insufficient water intake. Increasing water intake and providing foods high in water content, such as vegetables and fruits, can cure constipation.
Excessive hair loss
Guinea pigs shedding hair is normal, just like humans shedding hair. However, excessive hair loss is abnormal and is caused by a lack of Vitamin C. The treatment method is to mix powdered Vitamin C into food or water for supplementation. Vitamin powder has a sour taste, so some guinea pigs may refuse to eat it. In this case, it is necessary to feed them with a syringe.
Injury
Immediately apply veterinary iodine to the bleeding area to prevent bacterial infection.
Feeding: It is perfectly fine to provide vegetarian food throughout the year. Owners can buy specialized vegetarian food from pet stores as the main diet. Generally, feeding should be done three times a day - morning, noon, and evening. It is recommended for owners to feed them at regular intervals and in appropriate amounts, avoiding overfeeding as it may cause waste. Beige Golden Guinea Pigs do not have a large appetite. In addition, owners should regularly provide clean water to the guinea pigs, as water is the source of life and guinea pigs are no exception.
Environmental conditions: Beige Golden Guinea Pigs do not have high environmental requirements and are easy to care for. However, due to their small size, it is easy for them to be accidentally stepped on if they are allowed to run freely. Therefore, it is suggested to purchase a cage for their keeping. It is best to place the cage in a well-ventilated and sunny area. The price of Beige Golden Guinea Pigs is similar to that of regular guinea pigs, generally around 15-35 yuan. The price is mainly influenced by factors such as appearance, size, activity level, and region. This is for reference only.
If a guinea pig has been held comfortably since it was young, it will be well-behaved and show affection towards humans without biting or scratching. They are shy and timid towards the outside world, rarely attempting to escape from the cage. Even if the cage door is open, they will not go out on their own. Once they become familiar with their owner, they will whistle when the owner approaches the cage. They will also whistle if they hear the rustling sound of a plastic bag or the opening of a refrigerator door, as they know it is time to eat.
After taking a bath, lay a towel on yourself after drying a small amount of water and hold the guinea pig in your arms to blow it dry. If you have prepared food beforehand, you can feed it to them at this time. The reason for laying the towel on yourself is that the guinea pig is still warm and it can prevent the guinea pig from getting wet. It can also help absorb the moisture under their belly. We often can't blow dry the water under their belly, but we are afraid that the guinea pig will catch a cold if we turn them over to blow dry them. They will feel very uncomfortable. So laying a towel is very useful. Giving food to the guinea pig is because it can divert their attention to the food. Many guinea pigs are not accustomed to blow dryers and are afraid of the sound of blow dryers, so they will either hide in clothes or run away. With food, the guinea pig will shift their attention and won't run away. When the guinea pig finishes eating, their brain will naturally adapt a little bit to the blow dryer, and they won't run away as fiercely as before, or even not run away at all.
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