Cage Cleaning Chat: Reality Of Owning Guinea Pigs Sept 2016

[@kaz-raz2651]

you aren't bossy or mean you are just very passionate about being a good piggy parent you have helped me become a better piggy parent

[@livierichard829]

KAZ-RAZ exactly

[@sophiabruce4820]

KAZ-RAZ yeah

[@polomcavy9840]

KAZ-RAZ sorry I meant it like your comment but accidentally dis Inked it.. Really sorry as I totally agree with what you said.

[@annecamplin3534]

yes

[@kaz-raz2651]

Wow did not expect this awesome glad my point was reached to other people

[@BudgetBunny]

It is difficult not to feel defeated when you give your pets the world and it just doesn't seem to be enough. You are doing everything in your power to keep your piggies healthy and happy, but just like people sometimes you can do everything right and still have illnesses or health issues pop up! I am so glad that Butters has continued to do well on her pain meds and am sending all of the positive thoughts and well wishes I can your way for a smooth passing of those stones!!! Watching Huckle and Berry together was so precious.

[@skinnypigs1]

Isn't it hard to believe that was Tuesday night and then that Friday she would be doing so poorly :( She looked like her old self here, so happy.

[@BudgetBunny]

It's lovely to have so many great memories like this one to remember her time with you - where you can really see her true personality shine.

[@suzyq1610]

Oh no!! You have had such a hard time lately with illnesses, I feel bad for you and the sickly piggies. Fingers crossed Butterscotch will pass the stones on her own and both her and Berry will return to full health 😍 I understand how frustrating it is when you do everything in your power to keep your pets healthy and then in steps lousy genetics and screws your whole world up. You are a wonderful person, you aren't harsh or stuck up at all, you are very knowledgeable and helpful to all piggy owners here. Keep on being you, your dedication is heart warming🤗

[@skinnypigs1]

Thanks Suzy!

[@kittylover3945]

skinnypigs1 OMG I am soo sorry about butterscotch I really hope she will make a full recovery

[@Bea-gl2rr]

I love watching your videos. As a new piggy owner, your videos have really helped me. I hope little Butterscotch is okay. Sending love.

[@Bea-gl2rr]

Btw those shark cage liners are adorable! :)

[@annabellpepper6559]

too many veggies

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

Bookish Wallflower I agree!! I live the blue with the brown bears also...

[@ValeriesZoo]

You're right, this is the reality and most people just don't get it. When I hear people in a panic because they can't afford a vet visit, or they don't have a ride to the vet and they are just wanting to treat themselves, it makes me crazy. Because of poor planning many of these piggies out there end up suffering. I sure hope people listen to what you have to say and take it seriously. We're sending all the best wishes to both of your sweet girls. Get better soon babies!

[@skinnypigs1]

Thanks, hope people hear it too!

[@emilys.613]

Well I can't afford a vet visit but I make sure to keep an eye on my girls because I wouldn't want anything to happen to them. If anything does happen my grandparents can help out. It's not because of poor planning it is because my mom's job just stopped paying well.

[@asmallfrogyes3098]

+Ems.glitterful.world.04 its good your grandparents can help. Its good to keep an eye on them but that doesn't mean nothing will ever happen. if you watch her video you see she does everything in her power to keep the pigs happy and healthy. and life just happens. look into Pet insurance if you have it in your country.

[@naildesigns1012]

Your an amazing care taker of Guinea pigs!! Love your videos! You have very lucky piggies!!

[@skinnypigs1]

Thank you!

[@alicebiggs9230]

Aww Abby don't feel defeated! You do your best and your all for those little pigs! You have given each and everyone the best life they could have!!

[@28wonkadogsterzer]

sweetie, I have learned so much from your videos. You are an inspiration. I think the things you commented on about unexpected illnesses with piggies needed to be said. My three little piggies have been better cared for since I began watching you. When my Pippysqueaker's died last July, I almost gave up. He had to have surgery at 6 years old. His breast nodule was swollen and had a blockage. You had a piggy going through a lot then too. You gave me hope that I was doing the right things. I adopted 2 more piggies frome other places and am up to three now from the original 2. I would like to thank you for your continued support and inspiration and give a litte back to you. You are awesome. Don't ever stop being you! Lynn

[@jackieh1984]

You're such a kind person to care about your little animals so much!!!

[@behopeful4422]

I've had my guinea pig Stella for about 4 years now and she's only had to go to the vet once! She ended up having a bladder infection. But she is doing fantastic now!

[@jakibartlett8885]

Abby,it's always horrible when these things happen,but it is completely out of your control,you are giving the very best luv & care possible!! fortunately for your beautiful guineas you're very alert & aware of problems & act fast! I know it's hard when it's one thing after another!! will be thinking of you & all your luvly's good luck & best wishes & luv xx

[@Kara...A]

" You lil cheese dog!"- referring to Calvin!!! Melted my heart

[@elisawabbit2533]

I totally know how you feel. I've gotten guinea pigs at a young age and raised them on a well balance diet and provided them with the best I could. I also rescued a guinea pig last year he was 2 years old and he didn't have a very good life style; he was living in a cat carry cage and have mouth sores and ingrown teeth. In the past year I've had to take him to the vet several time for cysts, bladder stones. I am just lucky that in New Zealand it is a lot cheaper for guinea pigs to be seen by a vet and be treated.

[@alidaches]

I'm a new subscriber. We inherited the neighbors piggy who got out and lived in our garden for months very happily until the cranky lady next door scooped him up in a net when she saw him. We weren't prepared so we got the cage from the people (they didn't want him anymore) and went shopping. We are newbies and don't have a lot of $ but we will do everything we can to give him a nice life. We named him Pascal, he's a tri-color and adorable. We are new fans of yours!

[@lillygrayce7231]

i have recently gone through a guinea pig crisis when my smallest guinea pig ginger got poked in the eye with a piece of hay and now is permanently bling in that eye the and he can't blink that eye either so in order to keep the eye alive we have to rinse it to saline and i person think your advice is amazing and that you are not over the top with your guinea pigs. I THINK YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

[@AngieSoEpic360]

I hope butterscotch gets better. You can hear how sad you are in your voice. this made me grab my piggies and hug them. you could be doing your best and anything could happen.

[@JessicaWatts]

Love your chat VLOGS cleaning and seeing the lil piggies, definitely a good topic

[@MeerkatSpaceMagic]

I love your piggy videos! you have inspired me too give my piggies a better home and to spoil them! thanks! also where do you get your fleeces from?

[@skinnypigs1]

I have a link in the description box to the video of the shops I buy from!

[@hmmissy9357]

I enjoying listening to your advices and experiences even if they are harsh or the reality of each situation. There are plenty of channels that do care videos and have issues that they share but don't take about the bills they payed or how hard it feels to go through it. Your channel is very informative and real. Which is a nice change from all the others :) keep up with the nice work.

[@skinnypigs1]

Thanks, appreciate that.

[@truditomkins9389]

hi Abbey I have found your video's very helpful so a big thank you. Hope your two little girls get better soon xx

[@victoriabower742]

I love your videos! We are a rat family, with currently 18 rescued rat kids that do cost a fortune at the vet and they go their a lot!! However, on the 13th we are adding 2 skinny pigs to the mix... I have watched just about every video you have made and have taken quite a few notes. I have my medical box ready and everything else you recommended is either here or on its way. I feel more prepared than ever. Hope your piggies get better soon. If you can't vet them - don't get them!!!

[@FridayFrida]

Love the sharks. And I am so glad small pet insurance is so cheep in Sweden. Also your pigs are so lucky to have you!

[@laurenbrown334]

I hope she will be ok! Keep us updated xx

[@MsBensgirl]

You are a wonderful Mommy to your piggy babies. They are so very blessed and fortunate to have you. I lift all of your babies and you in prayer, my friend. I ask God for things to improve, both health-wise and financially. Hang in there and know we support you to the fullest.

[@bellabarker]

I am so sorry for your loss of berry, she will forever be in all of our hearts, I can't post on facebook but I just wanted to say, I'm truly sorry, going through a recent piggy loss myself I understand how hard it is😢😞 She will always be remembered for popcorning around her cage with huckle😘

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

You do so great with your piggies and you do so exceptionally great for them!!! Like nobody I have ever seen!!! I thought I spoiled my cats too much but wow I need to catch up and I am not sure I can... lol you are doing exceptionally great!!! There is nothing more you can do!!! You go above and beyond for them just like they were your children and that’s what you are suppose to do when you have pets and a lot of people don’t understand that!! But you do exceed that and that’s way better than anybody else!!!! I love the dory and shark prints... so cute!!! I even like the blue with the brown bears and would like to see that one out sometime... good luck and I hope all continues to go well...

[@clairestevens1008]

I am so so sorry you have to go though this with Butterscotch now. Poor little thing. After EVERYTHING you do so that they all stay healthy. I understand your frustration. Hang in there! You are the best mommy for these little guys! I really admire everything you do. Your videos have taught me so much... I am new to the guinea pigs world. Please keep us updated on her progress. Hope she feels better real soon and passes her stones with no problems. Did the vet say how long it could take to pass them before you have to go to plan B? Hang in there...

[@screamscene09]

RIP sweet Berry!!! we have good memories of her and that is what we live for

[@Ryantsreborns200Ryant]

Where are you hearing it from?? 😨❤

[@hamsterplus3155]

Can you please do a video on your top 10 favorite fleece patterns. My favorite fleece pattern of yours in the different shades of pink chevron with the pandas on top.

[@amberlee4170]

These videos are so entertaining! I hope butterscotch gets better, all the best 🌿💚

[@kieralamont26]

I love when you talk in the videos. Hope Butterscotch gets better!!!! 🐹💕

[@amandaarmstrong3981]

I'm sorry to hear about her stones :( I know exactly how you feel. We had both our boys pass away at the beginning of the year from it. We thought it was our diet so our new pigs are on a strict low calcium diet now but the vet said could have been breeding issues as well. It's an awful feeling because you try so hard to prevent it but sometimes for whatever reason were dealt this card. You're doing your best and I commend you for it! Please keep us posted and I hope she passes them ok :)

[@user-rz5wo3ql3s]

Hi! I love the Dory & Nemo print! Where did you get it?

[@skinnypigs1]

Joann's Fabric.

[@user-rz5wo3ql3s]

skinnypigs1 Awesome! Thanks!

[@saraaccreditato9637]

I left a comment on Facebook but no matter how many times, it's still not enough. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@miatreadwell1874]

Awesome video I am new to your channel. I love your hay! I get mine from a farm gate and the strands are so long the girls spread it absolutely everywhere 😒 you make cleaning look soo easy when I do that stuff spills absolutely everywhere the cage looks clean by the end of it but the rooms an absolute mess! Well guess the girlies matter more. Also do you spot clean? If not how often do you do a full clean

[@heathergottlieb3987]

I think your a wonderful mommy i grew up with piggies love them

[@WackoSister]

i first off just want to say thank you, your videos are so fun to watch and so informational.....also my parents are going to let me adopt two guinea pigs, but they said I cant get them if they make noise at night because will have to keep them in my room and my hamsters already make a bunch of noise at night....

[@cyliefields1620]

based on research that i have done, yes guinea pigs can be noisier than hamsters, but most of the time as long as you turn the light off at night in the room their in they will hardly make any noise, my boys just lay down and go to sleep because they know when the light is out it's night night time.

[@alliegator1372]

Always thank you for sharing all your thoughts and experiences so helpful when honest people help us all , chin up love we are all routing for you 💗yikes sounds like ramen noodles for you . Love you and your piggies thanks.

[@IIJUNOIIl]

Great chat love the video hope she gets better ❤️

[@giraffegirl12345]

Would you ever get a texel? :)

[@Lovingwife101]

🌹 Your amazing dont feel deflated xx Be proud of who you are. You have taught me so much and i have happy animals xx 🌹🌹

[@hayleighvaughn6973]

Can you do a video on what you do to the fleece after the cages are clean?

[@skinnypigs1]

Link to that video is in the description box.

[@hayleighvaughn6973]

skinnypigs1 oh ok thanks

[@prila.b13]

You do a really good job! I have started setting a vet fund aside myself. I figure I spend at least $5 a week or more on junk food, why not put that in an account for the pigs. Plus, it causes me to spend less on junk food which helps me lol

[@skinnypigs1]

Oh that is great! It is true, isn't hard to set a tiny bit aside that would be going towards pointless things like that. I know I spend enough on junk food too haha.

[@polomcavy9840]

You are beyond a first class piggie Mum things do happen no matter how well you care for your pets. I too wonder how people can neglect theirs pets and nothing happens to them whilst those who do their best and research about their pets do get problems. I agree about how much pets cost. I only have 2 piggies as I only have room and the funds to keep 2 in the manner I wish to. They are very spoilt and get the best of everything and are in a 2x6 c&c. I get so much contentment and happiness seeing them enjoy life but am always thinking how I can improve their lives more. I still have so much to learn. Thank you for your great videos your chatty cleaning ones are my particular favourite but I love them all.

[@joshvoak4565]

honestly your doing fine dealing with very well it just shows that you actually care i have been watching your videos and they have been helpful because i am getting Guineans and i want to know all of this in advance from some one with experience so i help everything goes well.

[@lenastar12]

hope she gets better n ur fleece beds were do u find them or the absorbent pads for your guineas

[@barbaramudge]

We've had a bad couple of weeks too. 2 weeks ago our girl had what we thought was ovarian cysts. $270 for 1st visit (exam, X-rays, ultrasound, meds) and $125 for ER vet for breathing trouble. Made it to surgery but lost her in surgery (turns out it was kidney tumors) $330 for that. Now this week we have bladder stones too with my boar. $270 for first visit (X-rays, urinalysis, meds) and surgery will be $600+. We got a care credit card to use specifically for vet care. It is so hard to have a sick pet when you do have a way to pay but it's so much worse when you don't have the money.

[@creaturecation]

You have the same exact name as my mother in law! I don't see the name Mudge much. haha Cool!

[@barbaramudge]

Creaturecation really?! That is cool! Don't suppose your family is from NY?

[@creaturecation]

+Barbara Mudge yeah they are! The Mudge's are from Altamont/Albany.

[@barbaramudge]

Creaturecation that's where my husbands grandfather was from. John Mudge.

[@creaturecation]

+Barbara Mudge I'll have to ask my father in law if he knows John Mudge. His name is Don, his father was Eugene or Gene..not sure which he went by.

[@annieandpaisley3094]

I think that your the best and nicest guinea pig owner

[@asmallfrogyes3098]

Might I add if you live in the US nationwide has pet insurance for exotics at an extremely reasonable rate. It's worth checking out! I know they do hedgehogs and guinea pigs, rabbits etc.

[@RottenRroses]

I've watched a lot of your videos and just fell in love with guinea pigs. I just love the sounds they make. It sounds so sweet and it's a good feedback to know what's up, as you so wonderfully explain in your sounds video. I previously had rats. But for approx. the last 2 years I have been without pets. Usually, guinea pigs are associated with children, as pets for children, a child's first pet etc. I wonder why and should I feel weird to get guinea pigs as a grown up guy? I'd like a C&C cage like yours are. Unfortunately, C&C grids aren't sold here and all the pre-built "guinea pig" cages have closed tops and seem small. Thanks, love your videos.

[@lit-ql1jk]

I absolutely love the Disney print!😊

[@PetLifewithBec]

I'd rather here an honest view than misleading information about the reality about owning a certain pet. Honesty is far more helpful in the long run. It gives people a better chance of being prepared. Wishing Butterscotch the very best, I hope she is able to pass the stones.

[@MdnightWnd]

I can definitely attest to everything that was said in this video. We have quite a few pigs and for a long time we can go with no issues (we've got for upwards of 2 years), but then something happens and you need funds. Recently one of our pigs had a hurt foot. Turns out that it was just some swelling, but the vet visit for that was about $250. Then we had another that just stopped eating and his visit and medications were somewhere around $275. It might have been a month in between the two occurrences. The visit alone runs $80, then the xrays are easily $120+, then the medications, etc. Vet care for these little guys is definitely not cheap. PLEASE consider that before you decide to adopt.

[@skinnypigs1]

Yes, hope to make more people realize that the more pigs you get, the more you will need to spend!

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

How much do you think you have spent on the padding and houses and beds???

[@Sheywh12]

I love the Nemo & Dory print!!! For you have any suggestions for my Taz he has severe arthritis in his neck and little in his back legs!! The vet has him on Metacam was 3.5 now since it's working and gonna have to be long term we cut it back to 2.0 with no issues...I've heard of MSM and seriously thought of winging him over to it and see if we can get him off the long term Metacam... Do you have any advice for us?? I understand where your coming from I have 7 dogs and 2 piggies they are my children...It was $600.00 to find out what was wrong with Taz it probably would have been cheaper had we had savvy vets in the Dallas area!! I had to tell the vet almost everything right down to the critical care!! Needless to say it took them a week 1/2 to come up with the diagnosis and start medications He lost a total of 3.5 oz that he hasn't gotten back!! He's doing great now! I just can't ask the vet what to do so I've been asking people like you that I trust to know what's good for these baby's..He finally takes his meds from the syringe every night..It was so wonderful when I had accomplished that with him!! Thx for any and all advice in advance..Worried about the side effects of the Metacam long term!! All though he acts like he's 1 now days instead of 4 LOL!!! Thx Loved the video!! So glad someone is telling these people how much these piggies cost!! People don't realize & it's different everywhere it's also our job to learn as much as we can to help our piggies too! In the US piggies are not well savvyed by our Veternarian's!! Sad although true !! Take care Shey

[@skinnypigs1]

I am not aware of what MSM is?

[@Sheywh12]

It's a natural powder used for animals for the help of bone & arthritis joint health...It has no bad side effects like the pain medications do..Its in all your over the counter medication for animals with joint support etc. You can google it!! They now sale it straight and several people have recommended it to me for help with Taz a lot of Piggie rescuers and such that Valerie knows..I've just got to find out how much I need for his size and how long to give before winging off of the Metacam...Thx Shey

[@skinnypigs1]

Barnaby was on Metacam (low dose) for almost 2 years and never had anything negative happen because of it. You can certainly try the MSM if your vet says it is safe, but my honest feelings are I highly doubt some powder natural product is going to work if he was having such a horrible time before the pain meds.

[@Sheywh12]

That's the problem I can't just ask my Veternarian's advice as She thinks he was okay loosing 2oz in a week It took her a week 1/2 to put him on meds and with the help of a specialist in Fl. She got his diagnosis I had to ask for Critical Care then she was very skeptical that he even needed it as He seemed fine in his weight as far as she was concerned...I paid $600.00 for me telling her to take X-ray they put them to sleep to Take blood work I didn't like that..He's actually on Meloxidyl not Metacam which is given to dogs and she swears it's the same as Metacam Being in the medical field I know it all the same as what we take called Meloxicam She went over all the horrible side effects right down to organ failure that it can cause in long term dosing...If it wasn't for Valerie telling me to tell her enough is enough and to get a diagnosis for this baby and get him in some medication.I probably wouldn't have him here today!! .I mean he lost a total of 3.5 ozs before getting one drop of medicine The critical care I had to demand for as she thought his weight was fine..She thinks all Piggie weight 1-2lbs maximum..She also suggest you feed them a high calcium diet a lot of the things we feed our piggies isn't even on her list of foods...She likes Kale Spinach cabbage etc. When I got that sheet it blew me away!! Anyway I say this as to let you and others know what we go through in the US finding a good savvy Guinea Pig Exotic Veternarian!! She's the closet one for 100 Miles that work with Guineas at all...Thx for all advice as I'm pretty much in my own.. I don't know what I would do if they were real ill He would have died before she figured it all out..They don't take it as a crisis in timing when a Piggie is sick like we do!!! Take care Shey

[@creaturecation]

I used coconut oil on my pig when his eye was swollen and they thought it'd have to be removed. I dropped it into his eye a few times a day over a weekend and he still has his eye! Wonder if it would help Berry keep her abscess away?

[@sofie5845]

Poor piggie :( I know just how you feel, my piggie Pandora had a vet trip yesterday and she's got a stone. Just makes me feel awful even though I give them the best possible life I can but she still got sick. She's not that far off 7 years old though so she's starting to show her age a bit. I've rescued all my pigs, they all had bad starts so I can't account for what damage might have been done before. This was a really important message though, if you take on pets always plan for there health costs it is so important! I hope butterscotch does okay me and my piggies are sending her love and positive thoughts :)

[@lolathepiggy4630]

Wow. You make it so interesting cleaning cages😂

[@savannahardesty761]

Lola the Piggy righttt

[@hammiegurlpewds1357]

I named my guinea pig Barnaby after yours. Hope he's as good as yours when he gets older!

[@unicornlpstube8472]

Aww butterscotch looks just like my guinea pig cocoa. I wish her luck!

[@baybay0738]

sorry about your piggys, it will all be ok, prayers,and I was wondering, how many pigs can I have in my c & c cage that is 5×12

[@tracimclaughlin6943]

How long did it take her to pass those stones??? And how did you know that she passed them??

[@nicolebezanson8734]

Aww I am Soo sorry skinnypigs hugs, I hope butterscotch piggie gets better very soon 😪and you're a awesome pet owner and some times our pet get sick,you're Soo right we should her money put aside for our pets, I have 2 hedgehogs and been very lucky w no sickness yet😊❤️

[@breapitchford7045]

So sorry about Butterscotch! Hope she gets better.🤒. I love your videos and was wondering if you would ever consider getting a chinchilla? I have one and he is a great little guy!

[@joanbosworth1215]

Great video, just wondering what go-pro you use?

[@skinnypigs1]

Hero 4 is what I have now.

[@joanbosworth1215]

skinnypigs1 ok thank you, I love your videos your pigs are so happy and you do everything you can for them, you inspire me so much❤️

[@charlenebalcer9413]

Your Such a good mom to your guinea pigs

[@Egirl210]

have you ever dealt with pressure sores on the feet? I'm currently treating my little girl with antibiotics and Epsom salt soaks for her feet. The Vet says they're getting better but I honestly feel like they look worse. If you don't have any experience with it, can you point me in the direction of someone who does? Thank you so much for your videos and I hope your baby gets better❤

[@skinnypigs1]

Go to Guinea Lynx, and post on their forum, you will get valuable advice there.

[@shapienails3067]

I have had Guinea pigs in the past they never had any health problems happen. Guess they & I was lucky :) I have one pet rat left , her cage mate passed . They where both 20 months old . Was my second pair . I decided that's it for getting more rats after my last one passes . Can't handle them not living much longer then 2-3 years old :( Was thinking of getting more pigs , but with them also having heath problems . Only vet that treats pocket pets is over an hour away .. Guess more thought will be needed on my next pet . Love your cage set up , all your pigs are so cute !!

[@skinnypigs1]

It really is hit or miss for the guinea pigs with massive health issues, but I do find all of them need the vet at some point even if it was just for a small hay poke, so having an exotic vet you trust is a MUST :) I know a lot of people have to travel a decent distance to get to one, so just depends if that is something you are up for :)

[@precious014e]

I know not a lot of people think about it, but they do offer insurance for animals and it isn't very expensive for the benefits you get. I had VPI for years and it was roughly $200/year but they covered 90% of the vet bill. You were only responsible for covering the cost of the meds and that 10% they didn't cover. This saved me a tremendous amount of money. The only downfall of it is that you have to pay upfront at the vet and then your vet signs a paper (VPI supplied it) that states what the diagnosis is and along with that you send a copy of your bill for that day. I really liked their service but I haven't had it since 2012 so I am not sure how much it has changed. Right now, I have a credit card that has 0% interest for 6 months on any veterinary related service or animal food so I just use that and break up the bills if I need to. My elderly cockatiel (over 20 yrs old) and my guinea pig both fell ill in the same month and I spent over $1000 that month plus the 30 minute drive back and forth multiple times a week for about 6 weeks. It can be draining but I would do anything for my animals.

[@rachelelizabeth358]

I think you make having a Guinea pig sound fun 😍😍😝😘

[@ThePiggyRoom]

Oh no! You are definitely having a run of bad luck with your pigs health. I can understand you feeling down about it, it's hard when you do everything you can for them and they still get sick. I hope both piggies are better soon x

[@emilys.613]

I'm not sure you will respond to my question but I seem to have flies in the house whenever I use bedding. I really want to get fleece and get a cubby system for the cage but it is all so expensive but I want what's for my piggies. I just wanted to ask what you think would be best?

[@kattcora]

we all have those moments when it seems like an avalanche of issues or crisis happens and you think why me! it'll all work out! stay positive!

[@MichaelPriceDC]

where do you get your stuff and what do you think would be the best

[@horseloverhorsepower4320]

You are awesome your videos have helped me so much

[@KatarRawr]

Did you make all those materials (cushions, blankets,etc)? How did you make them??

[@skinnypigs1]

Link to the shops I buy from video is in the description box.

[@KatarRawr]

thank you!!

[@katiem29]

Amazing video! I hope all the pigs get well soon and that you don't beat yourself up about this because it happens to everyone don't worry! ;)

[@kimberlieverschoor3814]

Holy cow! That's an expensive Vet! I'm so glad my Vet is cheap and really good! He works with animals as small as hamsters and as big as a giraffe!

[@Michelle-yn1vj]

can you do a morning routine

[@frankguerriere4281]

Skinnypig1 haters are just going to bring you down but your fans will bring you up and they love you really don't deserve to be hated you try all you can i know what your sad because people say your bad but your not you are so awesome remember people love you and your pigges ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lit-ql1jk]

and the finding dory print too

[@alexandriaproud3462]

Hey, I have 2 boars and I was wanting to get another guinea pig friend for them. I'm not sure if I should adopt another male or a spayed female, will my boars fight with a third male? or will they fight over the females attention? or does it really not matter? I know that sometimes their personalities collide, but I was wanting to know which would be a better choice. If you know which would be the better option that would be really appreciated! Love your videos and your passion for your fur babies by the way!

[@skinnypigs1]

3 boars living together is rare, I wouldn't recommend trying it. You cannot add a female to a pair of males, that would be a full out war. If you are financially able to have more guinea pigs and have the room, I just would be adopting another pair and not messing with an already happy bond with your current males.

[@alexandriaproud3462]

+skinnypigs1 thank you for the advice. :)

[@samuraigaming8080]

I love your channel pls keep posting

[@skinnypigs1]

I do every Thursday and Sunday :) Sometimes randomly as well.

[@TrainToAlaska]

I live in the Netherlands and I have a great vet and of course I have had my share of vet trips with eight Guinea pigs with quite serious problems like abscesses but I have never paid over 100 euros (120 dollars?) and that includes meds and if necessary surgery! I am shocked at the vet bills you have to pay, is it normal?

[@skinnypigs1]

That is normal for Canada yes.

[@superbguineas7372]

it just depends on the treatment given and the vets you go to, guinea pigs and rabbits are classed as exotics so need to see vets that have good understanding of them and know how to treat them properly.

[@superbguineas7372]

See my 1st part down below now followed by this part as a continuing bit to the one above. Because guinea pigs and rabbits have to see exotics vets which are more clever then normal vets that's why the price can also be more expensive. hope this answers your questions about vet prices.

[@michellewally2501]

I have 4 boys I'd love to do flower liners but feel bad to do it lol

[@michellewally2501]

Calvin is a cutie

[@donnafrach1796]

its me Arabella Crafton i was the one asking about my guinea pig biting yeah well she passed in her sleep yesterday afternoon her sister keeped nudging her and trying to feed her celary but she lay their so i lift up their wood hidey ans she is laying their in the saw dust i picked her up and she was gone. i will pray for ur piggies skinnypigs1

[@kadencehyvari1481]

Have u every had to take your bunny to the vet if so can u do the same king of video with him

[@skinnypigs1]

He went to get neutered when I first got him and so far knock on wood has been well :)

[@Evelyn-nl3hz]

Do you think that rabbits are more prone to sickness than Guinea pigs/the other way around, or are they the same? I have two rescue rabbits, that are only about 8 months old.

[@jtaylor6284]

Where do you get the fence lining for the piggies?

[@skinnypigs1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/naGTpGN7i52pqMk

[@happytrails3396]

I have a question.. what do you say wen people ask you why you pick up there poops with your hands I do it too and people ask me why I do it and I never know what to say.. btw you are a GREAT and AWESOME guinea pig owner

[@skinnypigs1]

I just say it isn't like picking up dog poop with your hand, their diet is hay and veggies, it is a hard pellet and doesn't bother me one bit.

[@SuperDuperbunbun]

Do you have a separate washer you use for the guineas cage stuff?

[@skinnypigs1]

NO, I use the same washing machine.

[@crazykinz7036]

Aww poor Butterscotch hope she feels well soon

[@unagavin5291]

and I want to get some new liners so what would you recommend me most?

[@skinnypigs1]

I love Cobb Cabin Crafts liners!

[@unagavin5291]

+skinnypigs1 thank you I just have to look when I have got some money hehe

[@MsDingdong8]

This is so sad but you're such a good owner, I know this is off topic but I have two male guineapigs and I'm the background I can hear your guineas making a strange noise, could someone tell me what that noise is because my males always make that towards each other

[@skinnypigs1]

What time in the video is the sound you are referring too?

[@vmpotao1797]

Do you change the fleece everyday? If not how often do you change it?

[@skinnypigs1]

Twice a week.

[@vmpotao1797]

+skinnypigs1 thank yooou x

[@livierichard829]

do you ever bring the pigs in for wellness checks? i don't know if i should or not so i thought i'd turn to you.

[@skinnypigs1]

I have before, there is no harm in doing so!

[@livierichard829]

skinnypigs1 thanks so much for replying, i just want to make sure i can do what's best for my girls.

[@miarand57]

Please post (yet again; sorry!) the name of the company you order your hay and pellets from. I found it at one point but can't seem to find it twice! Thanks!🙂

[@skinnypigs1]

Oxbow, just google it and see what stores near you carry it and what online stores come up.

[@ShadowXerneas]

people just dont realize the reality of owning pets. just because they are small animals and not a dog or a cat it doesnt mean they dont require the same treatment. when my rat Nes got sick, i took him to the vet. cost me about $85 for the visit and antibiotics and people thought i was crazy. "its just a rat. it will only live for a couple years anyway." thats what i kept hearing. i dont care what people think, these ratties are my babies and i will do what i can to take care of them.

[@kittylover3945]

Swhere did u get all your Guinea pigs from

[@LexingtonMH]

I wish he best to you and Buttescotch and all your piggies!