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How do you get a mop guinea pig?
Mop guinea pigs are not a separate breed but rather a descriptive term for long-haired guinea pigs with flowing coats. To get a mop guinea pig, look for guinea pigs with long, silky fur at reputable breeders or rescue shelters. Remember that grooming and maintenance for long-haired guinea pigs may require more attention.
What is the cross for a pure breeding short haired guinea pig and a long haired guinea pig?
Well, there isn't one main cross. Two guinea pigs I had (one was short haired and the other one was long haired) gave birth to three guinea pigs. Two were short haired and the other was long haired. Hope I helped!
How long must you wait before handling a new guinea pig age and what is the best method of doing so?
Guine pigs can be handled from birth although they are very scatty so you should use extreme caution. Young guinea pigs are not known for biting so can be handled the same way as adult guinea pigs
Can female guinea pigs have babies without male guinea pigs?
Not unless it is the father, take out the father 2 weeks before birth as the mother can become pregnant 2 hours after birth, this is fatal to the baby's and mother, the father may kill the baby's if left in same cage after birth. thank you hope i helped
Is it possible for a guinea pig to have teats weeks before giving birth?
Yes, guinea pigs who have not been pregnant can still have teats.
Do blind guinea pigs need to stay away from non-blinded guinea pigs?
No. if they were guinea pigs that don't fight with each other than the non-blind one might help the blind one get around, eat and live a normal life.
How long tell guinea pigs give birth?
9 to 10 weeks.
Do guinea pigs have after birth?
no
Are guinea pigs born from eggs?
No, guinea pigs are mammals and give live birth.
Is it common for guinea pigs to be blind because my guinea pig is blind and I've seen videos with other blind guinea pigs?
it all depends on the breed and colourings. if it is an albino it most likely to be blind.Second AnswerNo. Blindness probably occurs with the same rarity in guinea pigs as it does with other creatures in the animal world. Also, albino guinea pigs don't necessarily suffer blindness any more often than non-albinos.
How long do guinea pigs need to stay with the mother when born?
They can be weaned in 4 to 6 weeks after birth.
How long are guinea pigs?
Just like humans, guinea pigs vary in size :)
How do you get a mop guinea pig?
Mop guinea pigs are not a separate breed but rather a descriptive term for long-haired guinea pigs with flowing coats. To get a mop guinea pig, look for guinea pigs with long, silky fur at reputable breeders or rescue shelters. Remember that grooming and maintenance for long-haired guinea pigs may require more attention.
How long do peruvian guinea pigs live?
guinea pigs live 4 to 7 years.
What are sheltie guinea pigs?
guinea pigs with long hair. they needed to be brushed every day
How long after a guinea pig gives birth can it get pregnant again?
Unfortunately, female guinea pigs are sexually mature about 24 hours after birth. That is why you shouldn't have the male present at the birth. He can trample the babies in his eagerness to mate with their mother. It is also not recommended to back to back breed guinea pigs, since it is cruelty to the mother.
Can guinea pigs live in an aquarium?
NO! They will become blind and it has very little air circulation!
