Pets at Home forced to stop selling guinea pigs after strep outbreak

Pets at Home has stopped selling guinea pigs due to an infectious disease outbreak caused by Streptococcus, which can spread to other animals and humans, leading to pneumonia and sudden death. The chain is contacting customers who purchased guinea pigs for guidance, but it is unclear how many stores have been affected. A customer in Lincoln reported that guinea pigs purchased from Pets at Home became ill with a contagious respiratory virus, prompting concerns about the health of the animals.

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