Guinea Pig Pregnancy

Guinea pigs go through different pregnancy stages and you can easily learn how to tell if they're pregnant. Find out how to care for a pregnant guinea pig .

Learn how to tell if your Guinea pig is pregnant, how long she'll be expecting, and what signs to look for at each stage. Find out how to care for your mamma pig and her babies, and what complications to watch out for.
Guinea Pig Pregnancy

This is a week-by-week look at the stages of guinea pig pregnancy , in addition to any issues that might occur. Get prepared for piggy babies!
Discover the signs, stages, and care required for a successful guinea pig pregnancy . Learn about breeding techniques, nutrition, and complications to ensure a healthy litter.

Guinea Pig Pregnancy
Guinea pig pregnancy occurs when a female guinea pig becomes pregnant and carries developing babies, called pups, until birth. While pregnancy is a natural process, it is considered higher risk in guinea pigs than in many other small pets.
Learn about the life stages of a guinea pig : How they reproduce, pregnancy , birth, baby guinea pigs , neutering and breeding advice.

Guinea Pig Pregnancy 101
If you're unsure how to care for pregnant guinea pigs and newborn pups, read on. We'll discuss all the things you need to know about guinea pig pregnancy .
Image By: Pxfuel Guinea Pig Gestation Period Female Guinea Pigs go into heat roughly every 17 days, and are sexually receptive towards males for about 6-11 hours. During this time, males in the vicinity will try to mate with the female (often at night). Once pregnant, the gestation period lasts about 2 months, which is a long time for rodent ...

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Unfortunately many guinea pigs purchased from pet shops (and often back yard breeders) are housed in mix sexed groups and are occasionally pregnant. It is a daunting process to be left with a pregnant pet, so here is some advice to take on board when left with a pregnant sow.






Whilst guinea pigs should never be bred intentionally, coming home from the pet store with a guinea pig who is already pregnant is a common story. However, with the proper care, this risk can be significantly reduced and your pregnant guinea pig can be kept in good health.