Guinea Pig Epidemic

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GuineaPigGoddess

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 4:43 pm


I am now investigating a reoccurring problem. I've seen pictures throughout the forum indicating that it is truly an epidemic.

The disappearance of limbs in guinea pigs.

Even my own herd has been infected, and it seems to be spreading quickly. Everyday I find more of my guinea pigs infected.

Morris happens to be my worst case ... in which not only have his legs disappeared but it appears that his whole body has been stolen as well.
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Honey, Annie, Rose, and Nugget; all legs have gone missing.
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Parfait's front feet and right back leg are also gone.
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And most importantly where are all these limbs and who is stealing them?!

We are currently trying to gather photo evidence of said problem, any and all photos of this epidemic is greatly appreciated.... ;)

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Jiggypiggy
Look into my Eyes!

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 6:06 pm


I submit more evidence, no feet whatsoever, just the body. What is going on? Should we be worried?

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eschimpf
SweetPea

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 6:43 pm


Its not only happening at nap time here, but also when they are eating!

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Staying still for long amounts of time seem to be a good cause to this.
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Sleeping, not a good idea if you value your feet.
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And NEVER EVER stop by the hay rack.
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CharmeC

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 7:09 pm


We've observed that same syndrome but, in our herd at least, the effected animals show an astonishing ability to quickly regenerate the missing appendages.

(CharmeC's roommate)

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skinnypigs1
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Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 7:15 pm


This thread made me giggle :)

Barnaby seems to be able to join the club!
Ernie believed poking Barnaby in the bum would make his legs reappear, he was correct.
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JaneDoe

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 8:13 pm


Such relaxed piggies.

I love Barnaby's face.

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linshad02
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Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 8:24 pm


Hmmm. This is a most peculiar epidemic.
Detective Alice seems to have her feet about her. She shall set about finding the thief.
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Hot on the trail of the leg stealer, she hits a snag.
The thief bribed her with cilantro and stole her legs.
"Detective Alice apologizes. I can't resist the cilantro."

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Catie Cavy
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Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 8:47 pm


Too funny everyone. I laughed so hard I started to cry. Haven't laughed that hard in a long time.

cutemomomi
Obey My Authority

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 9:17 pm


Ahhh, I feel so much better...
I thought we are the only ones plagued with this scary phenomenon.
Emma, snoozling with BenBen. :)
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camende
Supporter 08-09 & 11-13

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 9:33 pm


OMG! I didn't realize it is happing at my house as well!

First I noticed Willow.

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And then Bella

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But, Norbie really looks upset by the loss of limbs.

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Hunybee

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 9:46 pm


I think the Easter Bunny might have something to do with it. He must have taken Jasper's legs when Jman was occupied with eggs.
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GuineaPigGoddess

Post   » Tue Aug 09, 2011 11:22 pm


Food appears to be the only cure to the mysterious missing limbs, once the infected piggies hear or see greens or treats their limbs sprout back!

Long haireds are obviously more susceptible to this strange disease. Detective Alice, you should be writing these things down!

Within the few hours of posting this topic, the disease continues to devour my herd and even ... our bunny, Doodlebug!
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Precious is resorted to just a sad little head!
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