Many reasons may cause guinea pigs not to eat and have no energy. Therefore, first of all, based on the guinea pig’s recent diet, the color and shape of feces and urine, the condition of the coat and skin, whether the limbs are broken, whether the belly is bulging, and whether the breathing Whether there is any problem with the voice, etc., determine the specific reason why the guinea pig is not eating and has no energy, and then treat the symptoms and causes.

The reasons why guinea pigs don’t eat and are not energetic are as follows:

1) Gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is a common disease in guinea pigs. Its typical symptoms are soft stools, loose stools, decreased appetite, and depression. The disease mostly occurs in summer, is more common during the change of seasons from spring to autumn, and is less common in winter. It is generally caused by Escherichia coli and Salmonella. This type of pathogenic bacteria originally exists in the intestines of guinea pigs. During seasonal changes and dietary changes, the immunity of guinea pigs decreases. These bacteria multiply in the intestines, eventually leading to gastroenteritis. . It is recommended to provide guinea pigs with a reasonable diet, as well as clean and hygienic drinking water for guinea pigs, including drinking fountains. When the seasons change, the temperature difference between day and night changes greatly, so be careful to keep warm when it is cold at night.

2) Catch a cold. In the cold winter or when the seasons change, the temperature of the environment will be relatively low. If you do not pay attention to keeping the guinea pig warm at this time, it can easily cause it to catch a cold. It is recommended to pay more attention to the condition of the guinea pig and move it to a cold place when it is cold. A warmer place and a warm blanket can be placed in the nest.

3) Food issues. Guinea pigs are herbivores, and their staple food must provide a large amount of dry grass or fresh grass. If they consume fruits and vegetables containing more water, guinea pigs will suffer from diarrhea. If guinea pigs consume spinach, onions, leeks, and potatoes, , cabbage, cauliflower, banana, etc. can cause diarrhea, bloating, etc. Ingestion of coffee and chocolate can cause poisoning in guinea pigs. Therefore, it is recommended to control the diet of guinea pigs, do not feed food that is harmful to guinea pigs, and pay attention to the storage and shelf life of grain and grass during the feeding process to prevent the food from becoming moldy and deteriorating.