They thrive in a dry, cool environment with adequate ventilation. High temperatures and humidity should be avoided. Consult a veterinarian as soon as this condition is suspected. Treatment is to trim the overgrown teeth as they develop. Scurvy Guinea pigs cannot manufacture their own Vitamin C. Lack of Vitamin C results in scurvy.
Scurvy can be fatal.
Contact a veterinarian at the first sign of this problem. Contact your veterinarian immediately. If indoors, air conditioning during the heat of summer provides the best prevention. Signs of heat stroke include panting, slobbering, weakness, reluctance to move, convulsions, and death. Heat stressed guinea pigs should be misted with cool water, bathed in cool water, or have rubbing alcohol applied to the foot pads.