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They can be however if 2 males are put together at a young age and they get along that is fine. We brought 2 male guinea pigs (different litters) from a local pet shop and they had been together for a few weeks with no problems and are still OK now one year on. In fact they sleep huddled up together.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoWell 2 males might fight so I'd recomend 2 females? but I'm not too sure sorry :]
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What is guinea pig litter?
Male Guinea Pigs are called Boars, female Guinea Pigs are called Sows, and babby Guinea Pigs are called Pups. A group of Guinea Pigs is called a Herd. :)
What is a better pet male or female guinea pig?
i personally think that if you are a female than a female guinea pig will bond with you better and if you are a male than a male guinea will bond easier i keep both males and females .. guinea pigs are great pets
What is the Average size of a litter of pigs?
Pig LittersAverage litter of a pig can vary, but between 8-14 seems to be the answer.no it's 16runescape is cool
Why do male guinea pigs fight?
Male guinea pigs only fight when they are trying to be the leader of there herd, there is always a dominate piggy in the herd.
Do mother guinea pigs miss their babies when they are given away?
No. Guinea pigs are not capable of "missing". Likely she has forgotten all about them, and is instead planning to to escape and start her next litter.
What is guinea pig litter?
Male Guinea Pigs are called Boars, female Guinea Pigs are called Sows, and babby Guinea Pigs are called Pups. A group of Guinea Pigs is called a Herd. :)
Can male guinea pigs be housed with baby guinea pigs about 8 weeks?
I'm not quite sure but I think it's the same with male hampsters. When a female has her litter(for hampsters) you absolutly MUST keep the male away from the litter or he will start to eat the babies. I am sure that is the same with guinea pigs. My suggestion is do that just to be safe. I'm not quite sure but I think it's the same with male hampsters. When a female has her litter(for hampsters) you absolutly MUST keep the male away from the litter or he will start to eat the babies. I am sure that is the same with guinea pigs. My suggestion is do that just to be safe. ********************************************************************* whoever said that is pretty much right -Dr.Taia P.S I'm a veterinarian =))))
Can guinea pigs have a litter box?
Yes.
Do guinea pigs and dwarf rabbits get along better than another guinea pig with another guinea pig?
No, I doubt it. I do have a friend who has a rabbit and guinea pig in the same hutch but guinea pigs are more friendly to there own species; especially if they're from the same litter.
What is the biggest litter of guinea pigs ever recorded?
the biggest recorded litter of guinea pigs is 65 owned by Sammy kieski and the mother died while having the 65
Why do female guinea pigs chase male guinea pigs?
Well sometimes yes sometimes no, I have two Guinea Pig Female: Sofie and male: Darwin. I always check their behavior and my opinion: It's better to keep them separated. The female will always chase the male.
Can you use kitty litter with guinea pigs?
You should not use cat litter, pine shavings, or cedar shavings. It would be better and healthier to get a guinea pig a different bedding.
Will 2 male Guinea pigs really fight each other?
they wont fight they have to be the same BREED and LITTER to not fight each other .
Can two guinea pigs from the same litter have babies?
Since litter means trash that is not in the trash can, guinea pigs don't tend to come from a "litter". Of course, if you find a guinea pig in a pile of litter you can always let me know.
Do guinea pigs mate with litter mates?
Yes, they will if allowed to.
Why will guinea pigs poo on things?
This is because that Guinea Pig is not litter trained.A Litter trained Guinea Pig poops only in a certain place or things.
Do male guinea pigs have to be separated from their babies?
No,some male guinea pigs actually help clean and care for babies
