There will be times when your guinea pig’s self grooming techniques just aren’t enough to keep his fur clean and smelling fresh. Guinea pig’s with predominately white fur have a tendency to stay much dirtier than dark colored cavies. If this happens to your little guy then you may be thinking a bath can clean him up real quick. However, there’s a few things to keep in mind. First, guinea pigs can catch pneumonia very easily. If you give him a bath, use warm water and do not wet his entire body if possible. Avoid giving him a bath near air conditioning vents and fans. Always dry him completely before returning him to his cage. In most cases you should avoid a bath and simply wipe him down with pet cleaning bath wipes. Talk with your best pet clinic Marriottsville, MD to determine what’s best for your guinea pig.