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Cavy World > Cavy Care > Grooming |
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Cavies enjoy being groomed, although some cavies may protest loudly in the beginning. They soon learn this becomes a time when they are cuddled and fussed over. You should use a soft bristled brush and brush the coat in the direction it lays. Occasionally they need a bath. We recommend the use of non-tearing dog/cat shampoo. If lice and mites bother your cavy, a cat flea shampoo can be used safely. The cavy should be bathed in a warm area, towel-dried and if possible dried using a Hair dryer. Use a medium setting and stay 5-6 inches from the cavy's
skin. When the cavy is almost dry you can place it in a box with clean
bedding in a warm area and let it finish drying. You should not bathe
the cavy more than once a month as excessive bathing could lead to dry
skin problems. |