Can guinea pigs breed with siblings?

It’s important to split male and female guinea pigs up by the time they’re 4 weeks old. If you don’t, mating is just a matter of time. Not only can male siblings mate with their siblings, the males can even do so with their mothers. Aggressive behavior is a possibility in male cavies.

Can baby guinea pigs get mom pregnant?

Young female guinea pigs clearly cannot get their mothers pregnant, which is why there’s no urgent need to separate them from each other. The girls should ideally remain alongside their mothers until they’re about 4 weeks in age. Just as they can get their mothers pregnant, they can do the same to their sisters.

How can you tell if a guinea pig has had babies before?

They can diagnose a pregnancy in various ways depending on how long your guinea pig has been pregnant. Some vets can do ultrasound exams to visualise babies in the womb. In later gestation vets may be able to take an xray or gently palpate the babies. They may be able to feel or see the babies moving.

Can male guinea pigs live with babies?

As a general rule, male guinea pigs are allowed to meet their babies briefly, but since the babies are with the mother most of the time, you must put the father into a different enclosure. However, this separation is not due to the fear of the father eating the babies but rather for the mother’s safety.

Can you keep 2 Pregnant guinea pigs together?

Yes, as long as they are getting along with each other, they can live together in the same cage.

Will guinea pigs inbred?

The health issues arising in many guinea pigs nowadays are a direct result of people inbreeding guinea pigs. Many guinea pigs are sitting homeless or being overbred and this issue to this day causes other people to have to basically look after them and any health issues that are arising.

How long do guinea pigs stay pregnant for?

59 – 72 daysAdult
Guinea pig/Gestation period

How do I make my guinea pig go into labor?

Labor was induced by giving the timed-pregnant guinea pigs oxytocin (1.0 mg/kg body weight) every 15 min for 45 min. The fetuses were delivered vaginally or surgically after a maximum of 45 min of oxytocin treatment.

What does a pregnant guinea pig belly look like?

Pregnant sows (females) exhibit a grossly enlarged abdomen during the latter stages of pregnancy. It is not uncommon for their body weight to double during pregnancy. The time of delivery may be difficult to determine because of the relatively long gestation period and because pregnant sows do not build nests.

Should I separate my pregnant guinea pig from the male?

Male Guinea Pigs If you discover you have a pregnant sow and a male in the cage, you need to separate them immediately. The male could injure the pregnant mother with further mating attempts, and if he is in the cage when she delivers her pups, he could impregnate her immediately afterwards.

Can you put 2 Pregnant guinea pigs together?

Is breeding guinea pigs bad?

Breeding guinea pigs is not recommended. Guinea pig sows are at risk of pregnancy complications because the babies are born large and ready to run. Breeding after 8 months of age can be fatal for a guinea pig who has not had a previous litter due to dystocia.

What should I do if my guinea pig is pregnant?

You will need to determine with your vet when your guinea pig is likely to give birth and to observe her closely to ensure she receives veterinary help should there be any problems. This is a potentially fatal condition seen in some pregnant guinea pigs during late pregnancy or within a few days of giving birth.

What happens if a female guinea pig gives birth?

Pregnancy can have a number of complications for the sow, the female guinea pig, including toxaemia (metabolic imbalance), dystocia (difficulty giving birth), and post-partum difficulties (such as seizures due to low calcium levels). If you suspect that your female guinea pig may be pregnant, then it is best to consult your veterinarian.

Can a male guinea pig mount a pregnant sow?

Male guinea pigs will continue to mount pregnant sows, which can cause stress or pain to your pregnant sow late in the pregnancy (after the 50-day mark). She could also become pregnancy just two hours after she gives birth.

Can you pick up a guinea pig by the stomach?

If you need to transport your guinea pig, never pick her up by her stomach as it can harm the unborn guinea pigs and the mother herself. You’ll need to encourage her into a transport cage through treats or her favourite vegetables/fruit. Have your vet do a physical examination.