Donna C Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 As I've got an elderly guinea-pig who seems to be drinking alot. Does anyone know why Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollyripkim Posted June 8, 2011 Share Posted June 8, 2011 Not sure if it applies to all animals but I would think either diabetes ( I know a diabetic dog and it started with drinking a lot and weight loss). Or maybe kidneys? Hope he is ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenW Posted June 9, 2011 Share Posted June 9, 2011 Hey its Stephens friend on his account here, i keep all different breeds of guinea pigs and have kept them for years i actually have a few elderly guinea pigs myself. There are a few things you need to consider: - elderly guinea pigs do drink a lot anyway so it may just be normal. - if you find that they are drinking a lot and urinating a lot then it might be a kidney infection. Is your guinea pig male or female you can tell in a male as his genitals will be swollen its a bit harder to recodnise in females but i would advise yo?u to take it to the the vet if you are unhappy. Sometimes they drink out of bordem so maby placing in a bowl of water instead of having one attached to the side could help to put him off. Hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
