Guinea pigs are very cute fluffy creatures that have taken pride of place among pets. Many owners are so addicted to these animals that they turn into real breeders. Sooner or later, the question arises before them: "What care do pregnant guinea pigs require?"
The puberty of females begins at the stage of twenty-eight days of life. However, there are cases when this happened on the twentieth day. The maturity of males occurs much later. This usually happens on the sixtieth - seventieth day of life. Despite its early maturity, at this age, the female is not yet able to give birth to healthy cubs without negative consequences for her health. The optimal period for gestation is considered to be from six to nine months of life.
The duration of gestation
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Usually from two to three babies are born, less often their number can reach six. Kids quickly open their eyes, and after an hour or two they begin to independently move around the house. The young are already adapted for independent eating of food, however, they need mother's milk. Feeding lasts up to one month. After the third or fourth day of life, babies, along with breast milk, eat a common feed.