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Excellence in exotics: Case report: urolithiasis in a female Guinea pig
1Island Exotic Veterinary Care, Huntington, NY, USA.
Abstract:
A 2-year-old, intact female guinea pig presented to the clinic for a history of squealing and straining to urinate for 2 days. The husbandry of this animal was acceptable, and the diet consisted of commercial alfalfa-based guinea pig pellets, alfalfa hay, a variety of vegetables, and a water-soluble vitamin C supplement.
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