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Pregnancy is hard work for a female guinea pig. She may carry several pups, between one and six, and they're carried in the womb for 58 – 73 days.<ref name="rf1">Handbook of Rodent and Rabbit Medicine. Laber-Laird, Swindle, & Flecknell. Publisher: Pergamon</ref>. There is a high maternal mortality rate for guinea pigs (about 20%) as they are vulnerable to complications and illnesses such as toxemia. Whilst guinea pigs should never be bred intentionally, coming home from the pet store with a guinea pig who is already pregnant is a common story. However, with the proper care this risk can be significantly reduced and your pregnant guinea pig can be kept in good health. | Pregnancy is hard work for a female guinea pig. She may carry several pups, between one and six, and they're carried in the womb for 58 – 73 days.<ref name="rf1">Handbook of Rodent and Rabbit Medicine. Laber-Laird, Swindle, & Flecknell. Publisher: Pergamon</ref>. There is a high maternal mortality rate for guinea pigs (about 20%) as they are vulnerable to complications and illnesses such as toxemia. Whilst guinea pigs should never be bred intentionally, coming home from the pet store with a guinea pig who is already pregnant is a common story. However, with the proper care this risk can be significantly reduced and your pregnant guinea pig can be kept in good health. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
