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Well, females become mature at 4 weeks old, BUT THIS IS NOT A SAFE TIME TO BREED! You should probably breed it at, at least 4 to 5 months. If you breed it at 8 to 10 months than it can kill mother and babies, because the pelvic bones begin to fuse

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How old do female guinea pigs have to be to get them pregnant?

Male guinea-pigs can start mating when they are as young as 3 weeks old, although it is recommended that you make sure they been bred by six months old to make them a breeder.Female guinea pigs can start having babies when they are three months old, however, it is highly recommended that you don't mate them when they are over a year old, due to pelvis bone fusion. A female guinea pig any older than a year old will have a dead litter before she will be able to produce a live litter.


How soon can guinea pig get pregnant?

Female guinea pigs can get pregnant as early as 4 weeks old and can have multiple litters throughout the year. It's important to separate males and females by 3 weeks of age to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Pregnancy in guinea pigs lasts around 59-72 days.


How old would a guinea pig be in guinea pig years if it was 5 years old?

Guinea pigs live 3-8 years, but an average life span for healthy guinea pigs is about 5-6 years. A lucky guinea pig can sometimes live up to 10 years! So, a 5 year old guinea pig is getting up there in years, but if properly cared for, can live for a long awhile yet.


What time of year is best to breed sow?

8 months old


Why do guinea pig die after labor?

Guinea pigs can sometimes die after labor due to complications during childbirth, such as difficulty delivering the babies or internal bleeding. It may also be related to underlying health issues or inadequate care during the birthing process. Prompt veterinary care is crucial in such situations.

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What age can guinea pigs babies?

The best age to breed your guinea-pigs is 5 months to a year old.


How old does a guinea pig have to be to be separated from their mother?

at least half an year


Is my one year old guinea pig to old to breed?

Yes, I would say that eight weeks is a bit too young to start breeding your guinea pig. I would suggest waiting until your guinea pig is about four months old to start the breeding process. Otherwise, if you start breeding your guinea pig too early, there are multiple complications that could arrise that might affect the health of the mother of fetus(s).


How do you determine the age of a guinea pig?

Well, If they are growing length wise they are 0-8 months old. If they are growing in width(fatter) They are a year or older. If you are wanting to breed, don't breed it its older than a year...Well the males can be, but not the Females.(:


How old is a one year old guinea pig?

one year...


What breed of guinea pig should you buy for your 11 year old daughter?

I just turned 12 and I think the best guinea pig to get is an American short haired. they are very friendly and easy to find. Hope this was helpful :]


How old does a horse have to be to breed?

About 2 and a half years old. (on average)


Will a young guinea pig and an old guinea pig get alone?

yes. I had a 2 year old guinea pig and a 6 month old and the were great together.


Who has a male Siberian husky I would like to breed my to and a half year old female Siberian husky?

where do you live? because we have one ..hes 2 yrs old.


Can your nearly one year old guinea pig who has had birth before get pregnant?

yes this should be ok....never breed a gp over one year that hasn't birthed before as the hip joints fuse.


How old are guinea pigs when they start squeaking?

1 year old


When can a male guinea pig breed?

any where from 3 weeks of age and up but not too old either