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Vet Boar Cleaning Vet in NYC?

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It's my first time with male piggies and when I tried holding them down for their first boar cleaning, I failed miserably. Is there any place in NYC that does boar cleanings for piggies so I can take my boys there at least for their first one?
 

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How about a video that will show you how to do it? Lots cheaper, and just as effective.

https://www.guineapigcages.com/forum/threads/85830-Awesome-video-on-how-to-clean-the-Anal-Sac

Just a caution -- they may not actually need cleaning. You should check weekly, but only clean as necessary. The kind of bedding they're on, their age, and how much scent marking they do will affect whether or not they actually need cleaning. Older boars are much more likely to need cleaning than younger ones.
 

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How about a video that will show you how to do it? Lots cheaper, and just as effective.

https://www.guineapigcages.com/forum/threads/85830-Awesome-video-on-how-to-clean-the-Anal-Sac

Just a caution -- they may not actually need cleaning. You should check weekly, but only clean as necessary. The kind of bedding they're on, their age, and how much scent marking they do will affect whether or not they actually need cleaning. Older boars are much more likely to need cleaning than younger ones.

I've watched many videos about boar cleaning but both of my piggies are very squirmy. One of them is still recovering from being sick and has soft poops so there's a chance he needs a cleaning. I'll give it another try but don't know of I'll be successful.
 

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Thelavaempire is a group of gps on fb and Instagram where their owner is very popular and knows a lot about gps. Maybe she can help. She has a great exotic vet. She lives in NYC. I recommend finding The lava empire on fb or instagram and contacting her. She's very nice.
 

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I've watched many videos about boar cleaning but both of my piggies are very squirmy. One of them is still recovering from being sick and has soft poops so there's a chance he needs a cleaning. I'll give it another try but don't know of I'll be successful.

I asked Catherine behind the 6 gps of The Lava Empire who she uses in nyc. She's had a heard for years and for any gp need, takes them to Symphony Vet.

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