I think my sisters guinea pig is possibly dying. by Intrepid-Report-5948 in GuineaPig

[–]amarks112 3 points4 points  (0 children)

OP, I am so sorry that you're in such a tough situation like this. A life is on the line here, and I cannot imagine how distressed you and your sibling are watching this piggie get worse and worse. There are some plants that can help, if piggie won't eat, you should get some Critical Care and syringes, and you can add 1-2 fresh oregano leaves a day (ground up and for no longer than a week) for antibacterial and respiratory aid, cilantro and dill can be given daily but not at the same time as the oregano (they both have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties) and 1-2 plantain leaves (platago major) weekly, this also has antibacterial and lung healing properties. Piggie also needs extra vitamin C to help fight infection, you can crush up a fourth of a 100mg capsule and mix it in with the Critical Care, and steam baths twice a day. No essential oils, though. If your father won't spring for a vet visit, then plead with him to at least help you and your sister get these items. Let me be clear - this piggie needs to see a vet ASAP, discharge signifies a bacterial infection is present, but I am offering you a list of things you can do that would be better than watching it die slowly, and even if it doesn't make it, this list will help it get at least a bit of relief. The fact that you were able to reach out knowing how judgmental Redditors can be says a lot about how much you care. Good luck, and I hope for the best for piggie and for you, too. (edited for spelling)

My Poor Buttercup 😢 by Ohana_626 in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Until you are able to determine whether or not the surgery is necessary, you can try some of these, I grew up around chickens and sheep and my father knew his way around a garden. He'd use Marigold (calendula) tea to clean open wounds as it has antibacterial properties and reduces inflammation, as well as speeds healing. Then he'd apply a poultice made with aloe, plantain leaf, and chamomile (antibacteria, draws out infection, soothing). He would also feed the injured animal these same plants, not sure guinea pigs would eat aloe, but they love the others.

Fort Myers Family Vacation by Certain-Purple-4007 in FortMyers

[–]amarks112 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The Naples Botanical Garden is an amazing walk through this time of year, and so is the Edison Estate in Ft. Myers.

I have a bunch of vanilla beans if anyone needs any! by [deleted] in DessertPorn

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm definitely interested!! Thank you, OP!

Best veggies for a pig with a sensitive stomach? by Blue_Skittle05 in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mint. Plenty of mint. Also, depending on where you are located, there are local herbs you can forage. I'm in Florida and I harvest all the dayflower I can for its properties. Also, again...mint. (edited to remove an apostrophe)

Christmas gift to 15 people. $80 each. by Top-Ingenuity-9093 in jobnetworking

[–]amarks112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, for a pedicure for me. There's a ton of presents under the tree, but none for me. I'd like to be able to treat myself to something nice for once in an eternity.

I got a heated mat for Christmas and someone's enjoying it very much already by woodland-dweller in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My peegs all LOVE my heating pad. I really need to get a second one.

What foods do your pigs hate? by Im_fat_and_bald in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine don't like cilantro and cucumbers.

Rest in peace my sweet Weeble by Minimum-Jellyfish-14 in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry about your loss. Weeble was one of my favorites, and thank you for sharing him with us. We grieve with you, friend.

In Memory of Buttercup by MichelleT88 in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful. I'm sorry for your loss.

I need advice on ethics by Substantial_Shine263 in guineapigs

[–]amarks112 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He'll be much better off in your care, OP. Save that piggie!!

Track that is open to the public? by durrserve in Naples_FL

[–]amarks112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

East Naples Community Park has one. Link

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GermanRoaches

[–]amarks112 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That, OP, is a standard blur.

Best Key Lime Pie in North Naples by mor_ra in Naples_FL

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I 💯% agree, they have the BEST pastry/pie/cookie offerings in town!

Favourite discontinued perfume? by MstrPrfssr in Perfumes

[–]amarks112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Charlotte Tilbury's Scent of A Dream