[header] How to stop a guinea pig from shedding [title] Brush your guinea pig regularly. [step] Daily brushing will help reduce the amount of hair your guinea pig sheds. Be sure to brush gently and never scrape the brush over bald patches of skin.
[header] How to stop a guinea pig from shedding [title] Brush your guinea pig regularly. [step] Daily brushing will help reduce the amount of hair your guinea pig sheds. Be sure to brush gently and never scrape the brush over bald patches of skin.
It is too hard for an adult guinea pig to shed. [substeps] Shedding on a daily basis will allow you to make use of the hair as needed. Guinea pigs have very sensitive skin and this can hurt them. [substeps] Use a soft baby brush or a metal greyhound comb to remove loose hair and keep your guinea pig's coat shiny and healthy. Brushing too harshly may cause even more damage to your bald patches. [substeps] For most breeds of guinea pigs, you can brush their bottom once daily. Make a habit of wiping the fur down every third week. [substeps] Do not use a regular brush, as it's more likely to get stains on the fur.