Piggy Bath time

It's that time again.. bath time.

I recently purchased an oatmeal shampoo and conditioner that was recommended to me, so it's time to give it a try! I usually bathe our long-haired Peruvian guinea pigs every few months since their hair tends to get dirtier than that of short-haired guinea pigs due to dragging around.

The initial step in getting ready for piggy bath time is gathering all the necessary items;

Get the water ready. I bathe my guinea pigs in the laundry trough, ensuring the water is pleasantly warm—not too hot or cold. I place a towel in the sink to make it more comfortable for the guinea pigs, preventing them from slipping and helping them feel safe and secure. I organize everything I need within reach: shampoo, conditioner, a towel for drying, and a container for rinsing their fur.

This time, I'm giving Bella a bath. I put her in the sink, keeping a hand on her to make sure she doesn't jump out. I apply shampoo to her fur and rinse it thoroughly with warm water. Once done, I wrap her in a towel.

I place Bella on a dry and cozy pet potty, removing her from the damp towel she's wrapped in. After giving her some cuddles and allowing her to relax post-bath, it's time to dry her fur. I use my quiet tone hair dryer, set to low warm heat. I maintain a fair distance between the dryer and her skin to ensure it doesn't feel too warm or hot, and I keep moving the dryer to avoid focusing on one spot.

The hair dryer requires a bit of time to complete its task, so we take occasional breaks for Bella to explore and enjoy some snacks.

This time, I'm using the conditioner as a leave-in treatment, applying it to Bella's fur and continuing with the hair drying process. I prefer the hair to be mostly dry before I start combing or brushing it, and the conditioner aids in achieving this.

I really enjoyed the new Derm care shampoo and conditioner; they felt nourishing and had a beautiful scent. I discovered them on Amazon, but I'm aware that some vet clinics also stock them, as well as online.

Typically, when I bathe the piggies, I inspect their nails to see if they require trimming. This time, Bella's nails didn't need it. I also looked for any hay buds that needed to be removed and trimmed any matted hair as needed. It's a good opportunity to do a quick health check.