Before taking home a guinea pig from a breeder, a pet store or rescue organization, you have to do the following:
Ask the age of the guinea pig is
A guinea pig should never be taken from his mother before four weeks, and some breeders recommend waiting until at least six weeks. If the person does not know, then you should not buy the guinea pig.
Ask what sex is
Even if you plan on sexing the guinea pig yourself, you should ask the person selling to specify their gender. Do not let them tell you that the animal is too young to be properly gender as it is not the case.
Ask if men and women have been kept separate
Some pet stores already do this, but since many of its employees are not able to tell gender of a guinea pig the next, which is not always reliable.
Health Control Guinea Pig
As you are choosing your guinea pig, you should look for these things, as the sign of an unhealthy animal:
- Unless the guinea pig is unique, there should be sitting alone in a corner. These are living creatures, who enjoy social contact with others and people.
- Check the skin of the guinea pig for patches without hair and eyes and nose for discharge. These are signs of health problems.
- Look at the droppings in the box (do not have to come too) and make sure you do not see evidence of diarrhea.
- Check the women guinea pigs for signs of pregnancy. If they are very big about his buttocks, then it is very likely to be pregnant.
Remember that the health of the guinea pig is especially important if you take it to a house that already contains guinea pigs as many diseases and conditions can be passed between the two animals. In addition, there is nothing sadder than losing a new pet, not long after being taken home.
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