Changes

The diet should contain a maximum of 1600iu of vitamin D per kg.<br />

The diet should contain a maximum of 1600iu of vitamin D per kg.<br />

===Metastatic Calcification===

===Metastatic Calcification===

This condition is caused by an imbalance between calcium, phosphrous and vitamin D. Metastatic calcification is mainly seen in males in which they exhibit joint stiffness, poor weight gain and eventually death.  There will also be calcium deposits in skeletal muscle and other organs.<br />

This condition is caused by an imbalance between calcium, phosphrous and vitamin D. Metastatic calcification is mainly seen in males in which they exhibit joint stiffness, poor weight gain and eventually death.  <br />

Macroscopic pathology will show mineralisation/calcification of the heart, blood vessels, stomach, colon, kidneys and lungs.<br />

The diet should have a calcium:phosphorus ratio of 1:5 and the same vitamin D level as above. <br />

The diet should have a calcium:phosphorus ratio of 1:5 and the same vitamin D level as above. <br />

===Scurvy===

===Scurvy===

This condition is due to a deficiency of vitamin C where an adult guinea pig requires 10-30mg per day.  

This condition is due to a deficiency of vitamin C where an adult guinea pig requires 10-30mg per day.