Expert: Alison Gartery - 10/26/2008

Question
Hi my guinea pig is having a hard time breathing and she just lost her buddy just a few days ago. She started to bleed from her but and then when i came home tonight she was just laying on her side and breathing hard. Is there anything that i can do for her before she passes away i don't think that i can handle another one of my pets die in the same week. Please write me ASAP

Answer
Hello,
I advise you to take your guinea to the vet. She may have respiratory problems, maybe internal bleeding from what sounds like is happening or a illness. Sometimes when guinea pigs friends die they get heartbroken so this may have happened. It is best if you allow your vet to have a look and decide what to do next.
I hope everything turns out ok and sorry I couldn't be of more help, please don't hesitate to contact me again.
Aleksandra