I only just noticed how much hair poor Lyra has lost, I sincerely hope she gets better or that the vet is able to come to another conclusion soon, I understand it must be heartbreaking not being able to control the situation, either way you’re doing a fantastic job! Bless her little soul ❤️
Lyra's hair loss is classic of ovarian cyst disease. I have a piggy with some enlarged ovaries and small cysts, but she doesn't lose hair. My piggy Ruby had the hair loss and that's really a sign of the actual cystic disease, she had to get spayed, however my vet did what's called a flank spay, meaning she made a small incision in each side of her, on the body where there's more flesh, and went in and just took the ovaries. She made a full recovery, she was back to normal in about 10 days, and her hair grew back beautifully! I don't know how old Lyra is, there's an option of hormone therapy, a shot every month, for at least a 3 month course. Please keep us updated!
Hi Susan, thanks so much for your comment, I have not heard of the disease described separately to the cysts themselves. How old was Ruby on getting spayed? Lyra will be 7 in March therefore I'm assuming an operation would be out of the question but I'll definitely look into other options and keep you updated 😊
Pedro is such a cutie but i do cry alittle looking at him I just lost my Peruvian male piggie 2 wks ago to a URI we were fighting for a good 3 months his little system just couldnt get over it even with multiple vet visits meds and critical care. Give Pedro and extra kiss for me
Poor Pedro, he was thinking 'Why is pig-mum doing this to me? I'm a good pig-boy, it's not fair!' 😁 I do hope he feels better though, I used to have horrible itchy dandruff when I was younger, it's no fun.
Hi Sarah! ~ How have you and the Piggies been doing? I hope all is well!!! Thank you so much for responding to my comment that I posted on your very first video (your Channel Introduction video)!!! It's so nice of you to respond. I didn't think you were going to answer me... So, I was enthralled when I saw your comment! You, honestly, made my day!!! YAY!!! :-D I have a question for you... What is the name of the brand of kibble that you feed the Piggie Gang??? I have learned from you that Guinea Pigs can't make their own Vitamin C (like us "Hoomans"). Do you give a kibble that has a Vitamin C supplement in it? If not, I'm still curious what brand kibble you use! LOL!!! Also, ... What else do you use to supplement the Vitamin C for your Piggies (other than fresh veggies)? Thanks for being one of the *BEST* TH-cam Channel Creators I know! I don't know how you do it, but it really makes a difference when you actually get feedback from the Creator, they reply to your questions and comments, and you know that the *ACTUAL CREATOR* of the channel is the person that is replying to your post and *NOT* someone that is writing on their behalf. *YOU ARE THE BEST!!!* :-D Anyway... Thank you for your time! I look forward to hearing back from you!!!
You are awsome Sarah!!! We are going to have our first guinea pigs tomorrow 🥳 we wanted to get them for Christmas, but we did a mistake and went to see guinea pigs at the pet shop🙈. And fell in love with 2 brothers so much,that kids(and us) will get Christmas present sooner🤣 Anyways...your videos are soooo helpful. I found information I wanted and needed. Made already some beds,hidies,waterproof pads for them thanks to you😊 Thank you very much for your channel❤
Such a fun video ❤️ I love seeing what the piggies are up to and seeing how you do things 😊 I have three Peruvians and one Sheltie who I have to give little bottom baths and hair trims to routinely so it’s fun to see your gentle bath with sweet Pedro! He seems so much more confident than when he first joined the herd!
I love all your guinea pigs, but Pedro is my favorite 😝 he is so cute and his long hair is really funny looking! Love your cuddle cup tutorial btw, cant wait for if you make any more!
Dude you frickin ROCK!!! Love the DIY kits, its a clever biz decision. You are still our FAV PIGGIE CHANNEL!!!!!!! So cool that it snowed...LUCKY!!! Does that happen often where you are? We are in California so we have to travel if we want to see snow and even then! We just went to Colorado for 2 wheeks and it didn't snow once!! Thanks global warming smh
Bought the pattern for cuddle cups!! Not yet attempted to try them yet. Still a beginner on the sewing machine but have made LOADS of fleece liners and mats thanks to your instructions ❣️
I bought your sewing pattern and made a beautiful cuddlecup for my piggies. Really easy to follow! Well done Sarah☺ I would like to make a hooded cup/ slippercup, so whenever your ready, I'm too😉.
I’m really wanting to raise a small herd for the sake that my current two females are fighting for dominance and I want to even the playing fields so I can put them together… long story, we lost one’s partner and had to get them another, it’s not working great. They are separated…. But my plan was to section off an area in my new apartment for them… only issues are the sectioning part (which my dad can help with) and the water bottles! I might just build the normal cages into the dividing wall, but your water bottle set up has me really interested… mine always have to be almost side ways to keeps from leaking… wondering if you or the community had any advice?? P.S. my grandpa sent me one of your videos and my grandma and I just love them! Thank you for doing what you do.
Hello! Thank you so much for this! I hope both Pedro and Lyra get better soon! I have a question, will you be doing anymore sewing tutorials for other gp cozy items as I would really like to make more! Thanks!
Hiya Sarah and piggies! You are smashing it on the furry potatoes cuteness scale, Lyra steals my heart every time and Pedro seems like he’s been part of the herd forever! Loved the cuddle cup vlog previously and I’ll definitely dust off the sewing machine next year ahead of adopting piggies. Question - we plan to move from near Edinburgh to the Lakes in 2-3 years time … is it better to wait until then or can piggies cope with a drive ok? No way would I want to cause them stress. I’m keen to start a mini herd but piggy well-being comes first! Happy December! xx
what snuggle warming pad do you use for Lyra in her cuddle tunnel to keep her warm? I have a herd of skinny here that I feel would benefit from those as well! Please help?
I have a few videos on my channel - like the 15 things to know before you get them, what they didn't tell you, and 8 common mistakes ones for starters 😀 but yes definitely agree with comment below in being prepared before they arrive!
My girl has the same issue as Pedro and anti-dandruff and anti-fungal shampoos really do work like a dream. Found some conflicting information on whether back "dandruff" like that is mite or fungus related, so I bath and treat with selamectin or ivermectin if it pops up. There's a UK based guinea pig instagram page (can't remember the name) that has a piggy with hair loss like Lyra's caused by Cushing's disease so it may well be a good idea to have that checked out :)
That's good to know thank you!! I hope Pedro's skin does improve. And yes, is the piggie Tilty? This is what started my looking into Cushing's as the pattern of hair loss is so similar. I believe it can be difficult to confirm though but I will see what my vet thinks :)
I would like to get a cage/home set up like yours. The clean up looks so much easier. Can you please tell me where you bought it from? Or how you made it? Thank you!
Aww! I love yours and some other piggie-tubers videos sooooo much! Im currently trying to convince my parents if I can get piggies right now and there’s a possibility I will get them soon! I have to feed and clean my parents cat for atleast 2 months to prove im worthy tho! Any tips? :))
Hi Sarah do you have any ideas of how to keep your guinea pig entertained because my 4yr old guinea pig has passed away yesterday and we have a 2yr old going to a bonding session on Friday with 2 boys and I was just wondering how to help her stay happy and Linley she’s still eating and drinking and seems ok but I just wondered in case of anything about that
This video is much lower resolution than your normal. It may be my connection (I don’t think it is) but thought I’d let you know in case it’s something on your end.
I have two guinea pigs myself. I love your videos also by the way, but I wondered one thing…. Why do you have them peeing and pooping on the hay that they also are eating? It seems to be convenient for you and I am not criticizing, I just think it’s very unsanitary . My pigs won’t eat hay they have peed on.
Hey there, no worries! I know some people don't accept it, however I do change the hay daily and top up frequently, about 4 or 5 times through the day, as well as giving them timothy hay in wood rolls/toilet rolls tubes. I don't believe they eat any soiled on hay and though they do use the litter tray for their business they also love playing and sleeping in the hay. I think it is more natural for them and it helps me keep the cage as a whole cleaner :)
Hi there, Lyra has ovarian cysts and the hair loss started slowly on the flanks, which is a classic symptoms of hormonal cysts. Since then it spread along her sides and down her back. At her age (6.5 years), vets wouldn't recommend surgery, however hormone therapy may be an option. Alternatively there could be something else going on too, hence a check up is in order :)
Hello hey I love watching your videos I need to know one thing I need the address where you got your new guinea pig from so I would love to send some money to her every other month okay because I love guinea pigs they make me happy they're part of my family I have five two girls three boys and they're the love of my life they stay around me they let me pick them up you know so I please if I can get the address to that rescue shelter please
You need atleast 2 guinea pigs because they are social animals. It doesn't really matter what gender you get but with boys you may need to give them a little more space then you would with girls as they can be more territorial 😊
I only just noticed how much hair poor Lyra has lost, I sincerely hope she gets better or that the vet is able to come to another conclusion soon, I understand it must be heartbreaking not being able to control the situation, either way you’re doing a fantastic job! Bless her little soul ❤️
Awh thank you so much that means a lot! ❤
Yes, I agree - the love you have for that piggy alone is just lovely to see!
Pedro we will always love u and remember you ❤😢
Pedro is honestly my spirit animal
Pedro has great hair!
Such luscious locks!
Lyra's hair loss is classic of ovarian cyst disease. I have a piggy with some enlarged ovaries and small cysts, but she doesn't lose hair. My piggy Ruby had the hair loss and that's really a sign of the actual cystic disease, she had to get spayed, however my vet did what's called a flank spay, meaning she made a small incision in each side of her, on the body where there's more flesh, and went in and just took the ovaries. She made a full recovery, she was back to normal in about 10 days, and her hair grew back beautifully! I don't know how old Lyra is, there's an option of hormone therapy, a shot every month, for at least a 3 month course. Please keep us updated!
Hi Susan, thanks so much for your comment, I have not heard of the disease described separately to the cysts themselves. How old was Ruby on getting spayed? Lyra will be 7 in March therefore I'm assuming an operation would be out of the question but I'll definitely look into other options and keep you updated 😊
Pedro is such a cutie but i do cry alittle looking at him I just lost my Peruvian male piggie 2 wks ago to a URI we were fighting for a good 3 months his little system just couldnt get over it even with multiple vet visits meds and critical care. Give Pedro and extra kiss for me
Oh poor thing😢
These guinea pigs are goated
Poor Pedro, he was thinking 'Why is pig-mum doing this to me? I'm a good pig-boy, it's not fair!' 😁
I do hope he feels better though, I used to have horrible itchy dandruff when I was younger, it's no fun.
Bless little Lyra.
Maybe Lyra needs a cute piggie sweater! Pedro seemed to be saying that he should get an extra peaflake for “helping” with the blog!
Hi I’m first I’m sry I haven’t been watching ur latest vids but ur amazing!( I don’t have guinea pigs but I hope to get one in the future)!
Thank you!! 😊
Please, please don't just get one. They must not live alone as they are highly social herd animals. Two as an absolute minimum!
Thank you for your lovely video
You're very much welcome! 😊
Hi Sarah! ~
How have you and the Piggies been doing? I hope all is well!!!
Thank you so much for responding to my comment that I posted on your very first video (your Channel Introduction video)!!! It's so nice of you to respond. I didn't think you were going to answer me... So, I was enthralled when I saw your comment! You, honestly, made my day!!! YAY!!! :-D
I have a question for you...
What is the name of the brand of kibble that you feed the Piggie Gang???
I have learned from you that Guinea Pigs can't make their own Vitamin C (like us "Hoomans"). Do you give a kibble that has a Vitamin C supplement in it? If not, I'm still curious what brand kibble you use! LOL!!!
Also, ...
What else do you use to supplement the Vitamin C for your Piggies (other than fresh veggies)?
Thanks for being one of the *BEST* TH-cam Channel Creators I know! I don't know how you do it, but it really makes a difference when you actually get feedback from the Creator, they reply to your questions and comments, and you know that the *ACTUAL CREATOR* of the channel is the person that is replying to your post and *NOT* someone that is writing on their behalf. *YOU ARE THE BEST!!!* :-D
Anyway... Thank you for your time! I look forward to hearing back from you!!!
Legends say that if you say the youtubers name 3 times you get pinned.
I hope this works.
Squeak dreams
Squeak dreams
Squeak dreams
Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Your herd is quite photogenic, also the pigeon! Good segment on bathing.
Thank you so glad you enjoyed!
I made a cuddle cup! I haven't given it to them yet,I only made it yesterday.I'm sure they will love it.
You are awsome Sarah!!! We are going to have our first guinea pigs tomorrow 🥳 we wanted to get them for Christmas, but we did a mistake and went to see guinea pigs at the pet shop🙈. And fell in love with 2 brothers so much,that kids(and us) will get Christmas present sooner🤣
Anyways...your videos are soooo helpful. I found information I wanted and needed. Made already some beds,hidies,waterproof pads for them thanks to you😊
Thank you very much for your channel❤
Hope you Guinea pigs stay safe!❤
I love your content, and especially love it when you write what your piggies are thinking. :D
Love them Sarah 💜 blessings to you all and some extra for Lyra 💜💜
Awh thank you!
Awesome pattern I think i will make a cuddle cup with my mum as she is great at crafts! Thank you! ❤️
Sounds great! Thank you 😀
Pedro wants his own vlog 😉. Dear Lyra, I hope something can be sorted for her hormones ❤
Haha he does indeed! Hopefully will find out more for Lyra soon! ❤
Hi Sarah,
Lovely to catch up with what you’ve all been up to. Hope Pedro’s skin is better now and Lyra’s visit to the vets is helpful for her too 🥰xx
I can't tell you how happy video's make me always cheers me up thank you ❤️
love your vids and edvice thank you you helped me make a great bond with my piggie she does not do well in pairs so i just have one
I love Pedro he just loves being apart of the topic lol
Such a fun video ❤️ I love seeing what the piggies are up to and seeing how you do things 😊 I have three Peruvians and one Sheltie who I have to give little bottom baths and hair trims to routinely so it’s fun to see your gentle bath with sweet Pedro!
He seems so much more confident than when he first joined the herd!
Thanks so much Natalie! So glad you enjoyed!
These vlogs are so much fun to watch!
Hi I love your videos you are the best
I made a cuddle cup watching your tutorial! My guinea pigs love it :) 😁
Awh yay that's awesome!!
Thanks for the videos.. helping me so much with the new piggies 👍🏻👍🏻
I love all your guinea pigs, but Pedro is my favorite 😝 he is so cute and his long hair is really funny looking! Love your cuddle cup tutorial btw, cant wait for if you make any more!
Pedro is so sweet ❤️🐾🐾
Dude you frickin ROCK!!! Love the DIY kits, its a clever biz decision. You are still our FAV PIGGIE CHANNEL!!!!!!! So cool that it snowed...LUCKY!!! Does that happen often where you are? We are in California so we have to travel if we want to see snow and even then! We just went to Colorado for 2 wheeks and it didn't snow once!! Thanks global warming smh
Haha thank you! It snows a few times in the winter months normally, but it's never usually that impressive!
My piggies didn't notice at all that I left for the weekend...
I love the captions from your guinea pigs
Bought the pattern for cuddle cups!! Not yet attempted to try them yet. Still a beginner on the sewing machine but have made LOADS of fleece liners and mats thanks to your instructions ❣️
we sure miss our pedro
Your videos are so helpful. One of my piggies has bumblefoot caught super early and are treating it until his vet visit on Tuesday.
Thank you! Best of luck with your sweet piggies feet! ❤
Thank you for sharing your tips about washing guinea pigs! Your piggies are so adorable and squeaky! Did the bath help Pedro's skin problem?
Hope Pedro’s condition is nothing serious. If it is than I prey for him. And I wander if he’ll like baths in future! LOL😂😂😂!!!
I really love your videos
I bought your sewing pattern and made a beautiful cuddlecup for my piggies. Really easy to follow! Well done Sarah☺ I would like to make a hooded cup/ slippercup, so whenever your ready, I'm too😉.
This is so great to hear! Yay! And well done, I'm glad you found the instructions easy! I better get cracking with the next pattern in that case hehe!
Love you videos keep up the good work ☺️
I’m really wanting to raise a small herd for the sake that my current two females are fighting for dominance and I want to even the playing fields so I can put them together… long story, we lost one’s partner and had to get them another, it’s not working great. They are separated…. But my plan was to section off an area in my new apartment for them… only issues are the sectioning part (which my dad can help with) and the water bottles! I might just build the normal cages into the dividing wall, but your water bottle set up has me really interested… mine always have to be almost side ways to keeps from leaking… wondering if you or the community had any advice??
P.S. my grandpa sent me one of your videos and my grandma and I just love them! Thank you for doing what you do.
My mum is a sewer she's just done a Christmas theme one for my proving any pig Anney
Awh yay!! 😀
Could you please do a hooded bed tutorial or 'slipper bed' one? I loved the others and so did my guinea pigs! And Pedro and Lyra are adorable!
You are awesome 👌
Sorry Pedro can't help you😂
Hello! Thank you so much for this! I hope both Pedro and Lyra get better soon! I have a question, will you be doing anymore sewing tutorials for other gp cozy items as I would really like to make more! Thanks!
Thank you! I will be doing more tutorials yes 😀
Yaayyyy! Looking forward to them!
Pedro 😂😂
Hiya Sarah and piggies! You are smashing it on the furry potatoes cuteness scale, Lyra steals my heart every time and Pedro seems like he’s been part of the herd forever! Loved the cuddle cup vlog previously and I’ll definitely dust off the sewing machine next year ahead of adopting piggies.
Question - we plan to move from near Edinburgh to the Lakes in 2-3 years time … is it better to wait until then or can piggies cope with a drive ok? No way would I want to cause them stress. I’m keen to start a mini herd but piggy well-being comes first!
Happy December! xx
what snuggle warming pad do you use for Lyra in her cuddle tunnel to keep her warm? I have a herd of skinny here that I feel would benefit from those as well! Please help?
Love this since I’m getting piggies ! Do you have any tips for me when I get them?.
I suggest getting the cage, Toys, other things before you get them. That’s a mistake I made. Also I highly recommend Kaveecage they have great cages!
I have a few videos on my channel - like the 15 things to know before you get them, what they didn't tell you, and 8 common mistakes ones for starters 😀 but yes definitely agree with comment below in being prepared before they arrive!
Well get lots of liners for sure and buy from sarah if you can since she make good quality ones
Poor lyra I hope she feels well soon.
My girl has the same issue as Pedro and anti-dandruff and anti-fungal shampoos really do work like a dream. Found some conflicting information on whether back "dandruff" like that is mite or fungus related, so I bath and treat with selamectin or ivermectin if it pops up.
There's a UK based guinea pig instagram page (can't remember the name) that has a piggy with hair loss like Lyra's caused by Cushing's disease so it may well be a good idea to have that checked out :)
That's good to know thank you!! I hope Pedro's skin does improve. And yes, is the piggie Tilty? This is what started my looking into Cushing's as the pattern of hair loss is so similar. I believe it can be difficult to confirm though but I will see what my vet thinks :)
I would like to get a cage/home set up like yours. The clean up looks so much easier. Can you please tell me where you bought it from? Or how you made it? Thank you!
Can I ask, where did you get this cage from? I really am unhappy with my ferplast plaza 160 with two nestbox extensions as it’s so flimsy
I think u should open a gp hair saloon 🤣
Haha that would be pretty cool!
Aww! I love yours and some other piggie-tubers videos sooooo much!
Im currently trying to convince my parents if I can get piggies right now and there’s a possibility I will get them soon! I have to feed and clean my parents cat for atleast 2 months to prove im worthy tho! Any tips? :))
I feel that Lyra might me the hardest to bathe since you can't be too rough on her skin and can't blow-dry her
Hi Sarah do you have any ideas of how to keep your guinea pig entertained because my 4yr old guinea pig has passed away yesterday and we have a 2yr old going to a bonding session on Friday with 2 boys and I was just wondering how to help her stay happy and Linley she’s still eating and drinking and seems ok but I just wondered in case of anything about that
My 4 month old boys hate pea flakes...any suggestions?? I put them in the enclosure and food bowls and change them daily but no luck so far????
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This video is much lower resolution than your normal. It may be my connection (I don’t think it is) but thought I’d let you know in case it’s something on your end.
Hi Rebecca, thanks, I've checked and it is still processing HD version, strange as I haven't had this before! 😢
Really hope lyra gets better ☺️
Omg poor Lyra! She’s so precious! How old is she? I have an old fragile piggie that is 7 years old🥰
Thank you! She'll be 7 in March, such a little old lady now bless her 😳
What’s the baby soap? I may get a guinea pig and I don’t want to hurt the poor skin
It is Johnson's baby shampoo. You can also get small pet shampoos, Gorgeous Guineas is a recommended brand :)
do you sell the beds or liners?
Does the sharp side of the plastic on the hay tray cut them
Where can I get that hammock I luv that
Does anyone have any suggestions for guinea pig breeders in the east coast?
Do you make your piggies pee pads, tunnels, snuggle sacks or liners? I know you make them cuddle cups so I’m just wondering
I do yes 😀🌻
Hi were taking our three on holiday only three hour trip will they be okay without water if I put cucumber ..kale in travel box...xxx
Yes they'll be fine 😊
how should i know wheather my guinea pig is malnutrioned
How often should I bathe my short haired piggy’s
I thought guinea pigs clean themselves
Can I have some advice I've had my guniea pigs for a week and my long haired guniea pig has greasy hair at the bottom of her fur
Is it ok to keep hay with them? My husband seems to think they’ll eat too much. But I like to keep it full like you do. Thanks!!😊
Guinea pigs can't eat too much hay, they should have access to unlimited fresh hay 24/7 😊
I have a question how big is your cage?
The cage is 200 cm by 70 cm :)
Hi
Nobody follows To-Do lists. . .
Umm is it good to give your Guinea pig a bath on a day to day basis
I've just uploaded a video which answers this 😄
Isn't it easier for your mum to stay at yours
In short, nope 😀😆
😮❤😊
Can we give them reddish
can you use a blankent like flece
Beeing bald cant stop Lyra from beeing cute 😊♥️
Pls don't put her under narcosis if its not urgent, I guess she wouldnt make it :-/
So true 🥰. And yes, any blood tests etc will not be done, sometimes vets will just work with an assumed diagnosis 😊
I have two guinea pigs myself. I love your videos also by the way, but I wondered one thing…. Why do you have them peeing and pooping on the hay that they also are eating? It seems to be convenient for you and I am not criticizing, I just think it’s very unsanitary . My pigs won’t eat hay they have peed on.
Hey there, no worries! I know some people don't accept it, however I do change the hay daily and top up frequently, about 4 or 5 times through the day, as well as giving them timothy hay in wood rolls/toilet rolls tubes. I don't believe they eat any soiled on hay and though they do use the litter tray for their business they also love playing and sleeping in the hay. I think it is more natural for them and it helps me keep the cage as a whole cleaner :)
my i ask about what happened to Lyra?
Hi there, Lyra has ovarian cysts and the hair loss started slowly on the flanks, which is a classic symptoms of hormonal cysts. Since then it spread along her sides and down her back. At her age (6.5 years), vets wouldn't recommend surgery, however hormone therapy may be an option. Alternatively there could be something else going on too, hence a check up is in order :)
Hello hey I love watching your videos I need to know one thing I need the address where you got your new guinea pig from so I would love to send some money to her every other month okay because I love guinea pigs they make me happy they're part of my family I have five two girls three boys and they're the love of my life they stay around me they let me pick them up you know so I please if I can get the address to that rescue shelter please
There is a link to donate in the description of the new video 😊
How to get used. To sipper
I recommend you research no sulfates fast hair growth shampoo.
hi can you tell me if I should get a boy or a girl guinea pig
You need atleast 2 guinea pigs because they are social animals. It doesn't really matter what gender you get but with boys you may need to give them a little more space then you would with girls as they can be more territorial 😊