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They are born ready to eat and drink water on their own. They need to start being weaned at 2 weeks old and fully at 3 weeks old. Males become fully fertile at 3 weeks old and to prevent back breeding, they must be removed.

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Should you take guinea pigs to the vet if you get them at petco?

you should take guinea pigs to the vet if you get them ANYWHERE. You should only take them though if youd like to check them out and make sure they are healthey, nuetor them, or check their gender.


How many full grown guinea pigs does it take to pull a car?

tried and tested. 1000 guinea pigs exactly.


Is it safe for guinea pigs wear collars?

no i wouldn't put a collar on a guinea pig because..(toys and cage bars) can get caught and the guinea pig could strangle but putting on a harnnes is a tottaly different thing its when you take your guinea pig out for a walk but they lead you if you pull they could die of suffecation and when you are finnished with the walk you should take it of when putting them back in the cage and 1 thing you should seriously know with harness and collars don't lead them in the streets because they can easily slip out of them


Do guinea pigs like other guinea pigs?

yes very well! i have kept guinea pigs with bunnies, goats, cats, and dogs and they all get along very well. my boyfriend's dog plays with his pet guinea and they play tag and hide and seek all over the living room.


How often do guinea pigs need to go to the vet?

Guinea pigs should have an initial vet check-up when first acquired, and then at least once a year for regular health check-ups and vaccinations. Additional visits may be needed if there are any signs of illness or injury. Regular vet visits are important for keeping your guinea pig healthy and happy.

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Can you take a baby guinea pig away from there mum at 10days old?

You should keep the baby guinea pigs with their mothers until they are around 3-5 weeks!


Can guinea pigs eat monkey nuts and should you take the hard shell off?

You dont give guinea pigs nuts, it is bad for their stomachs


Are guinea pigs safe?

yes. but you should take it to the vet. regulary. just in case


Should you take other guinea pigs out of cage with babies?

No, they wont harm the babies.


If your guinea pig has scabs do you have to take it to a vet?

Are you feeding your guinea pigs apple? Some guinea pigs are allergic to apples, and scabs can appear around their mouths. I would stop feeding them apple, but I think you should really take your guinea pig to the vets if this happens.


What should you put on my guinea pigs wound?

Nothing take it to a vet immediately and let them deal with it


What do you do if your guinea pigs teeth are to long?

Take it to the guinea pig dentist


Where can you find a vet for guinea pigs if it is sick?

Most vets will take guinea pigs. Look in your phone book.


What do you do when your guinea pigs have fungus on them?

take them to the vets


How can you take of a guinea pigs teeth?

Guinea Pigs are Rodents, and their teeth are always growing. Provide them with materials to gnaw on, and they will take care of their own teeth.


What should you do if your guinea pig has a swollen ear?

TAKE HIM TO THE VET! Guinea pigs are extremely sensitive and anything you could do could hurt your little buddy.Hope This Helps,A Guinea Pig Lover


What if there is a bump on your guinea pigs side is i deadly should i take her to the vet?

It's probably not deadly it depends on how bad it is but you should probably take her to the vet.