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Do guinea pigs lay eggs?
No, guinea pigs cannot eat cooked eggs, raw eggs, or any other sort of egg. Broccoli and carrots are good for them - though they recommend oranges, I've heard from many sources that citrus isn't good for guinea pigs. Hope i helped!
How do mommy guinea pigs care for baby guinea pigs?
When they are first born and up to 4 weeks old the mother will feed them milk that she makes for them. She will teach them by showing them what to eat and drink. and how to be with other guinea pigs.
Should you keep other guinea pigs away from a mother and her new babies?
Yes, it is typically advised to keep other guinea pigs away from a mother and her new babies to reduce stress and potential aggression. The mother may become protective and aggressive towards other guinea pigs during this time. It is best to provide a separate, quiet space for the mother and babies to bond and nurse without interference.
Care for a female guinea pig when babies have died?
How Terrible!! =[ If there are any other nursing guinea pigs around, they will nurse babies that they did not give birth to. Whenever something like this happens, you need to find a really good pet store and veterinarian places to provide nutriton to the babies. Whenever my guinea pigs have babies and find out something like this happened to somebody, I myself would take care of the babies that lost their mother and then return them to their owners. Anyways, it doesn't take long at all before guinea pigs start to eat solid food. They are born with teeth just like they are born with hair.
What if you feel movement in your female guinea pigs stomach?
Feeling movement in your female guinea pig's stomach may indicate pregnancy, gastrointestinal issues, or muscle contractions. Monitor her closely for any other signs of distress, and consult with a veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
Are other female guinea pigs ok in the cage with guinea pig babies and the mother?
I would not recommend it. Just have the Mother Guinea Pig in with her babies separately. Sometimes the other guinea pigs can get excited and accidentally stomp the babies to death so best to keep Mom & babies separate.
Should you take other guinea pigs out of cage with babies?
No, they wont harm the babies.
Will other guinea pigs harm new guinea pig babies?
no, unlike hamsters the adults will not harm the young.
Do female guinea pigs bite other female guinea pigs?
no because they are both female but they would fight if they wanted to make babies with a male.
How do guinea pigs behave?
I had guinea pigs when I was little. two females, one was pregnant but we didn't know when we got her. she and the other one killed the babies when they were born.
Which soft toys make babies happy?
There are a couple of soft toys that make babies happy. Some of those toys include fluffy, soft teddy bears and other furry animals. There are also soft blocks made for babies.
How soon after a guinea pig delivers babies can you put others in the cage?
Not until the babies are weaned. This is safer because the mother will protect them and may fight other pigs. Never put a male in with a female with babies.
Can you put bunnies with guineapigs?
You can but only if they get to know each other at a very young age other wise they will fight and the cute little innocent bunny will probably kill the cute little fluffy guinea
Do guinea pigs lay eggs?
No, guinea pigs cannot eat cooked eggs, raw eggs, or any other sort of egg. Broccoli and carrots are good for them - though they recommend oranges, I've heard from many sources that citrus isn't good for guinea pigs. Hope i helped!
How many young can a guinea pig have?
Guinea Pigs can have from 1-8 babies, the average is usually 3. It can be dangerous for the mom if they only have one baby because it will be very big and difficult to give birth to. Having four or more babies is dangerous for the babies because they are small and weak and the moms only have two teats to feed with! It is a good idea to breed guinea pigs in heards of females because the mom's will feed each other's babies and that way there is usually enough milk to go around.
Can you put a baby Guinea pig with its dad when it has been weaned?
Yes. Guinea pig moms and dads will not eat their babies. They do not need to be separated from each other like hamsters do. The only thing you want to make sure of is that the dad is neutered or you will have more baby guinea pigs.
Do the male or female guinea pigs have the babies?
Like most mammals and other animals, the female guinea pig gives birth. Although, similar to a human, a male is needed to impregnate the female. Female guinea pigs can have litters of pups that very from one to eight in number.
