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Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs are a member of the rodent family. Cavia porcellus is descended from the wild guinea pig of the Andes Mountains. Guinea pigs properly known as cavies were domesticated some 7000 years ago and used as a source of food, but they are social animals and make great pets.

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Can guinea pigs die of constipation?

NO!! I'm not sure but i bet its not true cuz my guinea pig has had it before so no!

Salf1 says:

I think it is possible as your pet could die of dehydration if it does not replace the fluids it has lost.

Does a pregnant guinea pig need to hide somewhere?

yes they do

when guinea pigs get born they look and act like mini adults they will soon (after a couple of days) eat and play just like a grown up after birth he/she will maybe eat a little but mainly he/she will drink the mothers milk

How do you say you are a pig in french?

French children are taught that pigs say 'groin, groin!' instead of 'oink, oink!'

Can guinea pigs get tonsillitis?

My guess is that Guinea pigs probably do have tonsils.

Guinea pig is making a hacking noise what is wrong?

it may just be a cold like a flu or fever or it can just mean it has food stuck in its teeth but just to be safe pleaz bring it to a vet if you do not it MAY leave Problems so rush there it may just heal by itself

What family is the guinea pig in?

No. Guinea pigs are rodents (rabbits are not) and are actually in the same biological family is capybaras, a giant South American rodent.

How much money in pounds are guinea pigs?

They just ask for a donation, we paid them £10 for ours but it's whatever you can afford.

Do guinea pigs need separate food bowls?

No,most Guinea Pigs run and hide when they get their treat.But,when they starts eating their food,it is also eaten by its partners.But,they like to run when they get their food and others will chase this Guinea Pig.

Is Rye Grass ok to feed to rabbits- guinea pigs- chinchillas or degus?

rye grass should not be fed to chinchillas but timothy hay is essechal for their diet and health and should be provided daiy

Is it normal for guinea pigs to get dandruff when pregnant?

Every guinea pig gets dandruff. You can make sure that goes away by purchasing a special shampoo for guinea pigs. Make sure not to pick up a pregnant guinea pig as that could hurt one of it's litter

What happens if one tooth falls out a guinea pig?

If it is one of the long ones at the front, then there is every chance it will grow back - and quicker than you would imagine. A lot would depend on whether the root was destroyed in the fall.

If it does grow back, make sure that it meshes correctly with the other three. Rodents wear their teeth down very rapidly, which is why they grow back so fast, but if they do NOT grind against each other then that tooth will continue into the gum and be very painful. You would have to resort to nail clippers to keep it at a good length...

What will happen if a guinea pig swallows rubber?

it will die unless you give it surgery instantly i would say taking it to a animal hostpital or a vet store where it gives surgery to animals

What does a pig look like?

A pig has four legs and a little tail (at the back). Pigs have unusually shaped noses, which are situated at the opposite end of their bodies to their tails. Pigs noses are flat at the front.

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How many days is a guinea pig pregnancy?

From 59 to 72 days. They go into heat again within hours of giving birth.

How did guinea pigs come to the us?

They were brought to the Americas by European colonists, as pigs were considered easier to raise on newly-settled land than other livestock.

Do guinea pigs have to get their nails cut?

yes you do have to trim your guinea pig's toenails. BE CAREFUL because there is this thing called a quick near the base of the toenail , so if your a little nervous about this ask your vet to do it for you or ask hi to show you how to do it.

Do male guinea pigs smell worse then female?

In the wild, male mice scent-mark their territory to keep other male mice away. This is an instinctive behaviour and they will also scent-mark their cages when kept as pets, because that is the area they recognise as their own territory.

Female mice do not scent mark in the same way, so male mice kept in captivity do tend to smell more than female mice.

How do the pigs gain rights to the milk and apples?

They were the smartest among all the other animals in Animal Farm. Thus, it was decided upon everyone that they should get the benefits of eating milk and apples so as to become smarter and to be able to straighten out their thoughts.

Can guinea pigs go in guinea pig balls?

No, not even hamsters should play in a hamster ball. It frightens them , can effect their eyesight and makes them disorientated.

Do NOT put a guinea pig in ANY ball. They do not have the spines that hamsters have. They can break their backs and possibly die.

No, because it can hurt their feet.

Why can't get guinea pig pregnant?

Guinea Pig give birth to many baby Guinea pigs at one pregnancy.In average,they give birth to 4 Guinea Piglets.So,it will be difficult to care so much babies.And these babies may mate each other and again give birth to so many piglets.But its your option to choose!

Also,most of the female Guinea Pigs die when they are pregnant and the pregnancy stage is critical in female Guinea pigs.

Can you keep 2 female and 1 male guinea pig?

As always, it depends. They can really get along sometimes (however this is rare), and sometimes fights can break out. I recommend getting multiple of the same gender, but if you get different genders, you should only get 1 male and 1 female, because fights can arise for many reasons between the males and females, especially when they mate. I hope this answers your question.

Is it bad if your guinea pig drools green?

Yes, it is very bad. Guinea pigs are not even suppost to drool. You need to take it to a vet immediately before it dies. It might have an infection in the mouth or their teeth are over grown.

Do they sell guinea pigs at pet smart?

Please consider adopting a rabbit from a shelter or rescue. There are many homeless rabbits that need homes and buying rabbits from pet stores and from breeders only contributes to this problem.

Actually they might depending on the individual Pets Mart

Is cat and guinepig dander the same?

No, as they are different species with different genetic codes. However, if you're allergic to cats you could potentionally develope allergies to a guinea pig (especially if you keep it in their room).

Do guinea pigs need a night light to fall asleep?

Guinea pigs are native to South America and so can survive heat. But for tame guinea pigs it's best to make sure that you have an indoor cage away from direct sunlight, with a shady spot and somewhere dark to hide. If you have a run, don't put them out in the middle of the day because they will overheat. Try shady spots, putting a cover over the run or waiting for a breeze.