When do guinea pigs ovulate?

When do guinea pigs ovulate?

Females can have estrous or fertile periods at any time of the year, but they are most common in the spring. The estrous cycle length is 16 days. A female is fertile for about 6 to 11 hours, most often during night hours. Female guinea pigs begin a new estrous cycle shortly after giving birth.

Are there swollen genitals on female guinea pigs?

Here are some resources for sexing a GP… It is possible that the swollen “vulva” is actually testicles as GPs testicles don’t always hang down like other species… I have never noticed any type of swollen genitals on my females even when in heat.

How can you tell if a guinea pig has an abscess?

Your guinea pig may look fine on one day, then have a large abscess the next day. When you handle your guinea pig, gently open its mouth to see the abscess. If the abscess is in the jaw, you will see a large bump along your guinea pig’s jawline.

Why does my guinea pig have a lump under the skin?

Abscesses under the skin are very common in guinea pigs. They are the body’s attempt to ‘wall off’ an infection and keep it from spreading. Abscesses can form either after a bite from another guinea pig, or if something rough and sharp (e.g., straw) goes through the skin.

Can a female guinea pig have a bladder stone?

Sometimes a female guinea pig with a bladder stone at the opening will have swollen genitals. I have a pig with what I would call swollen gentials. She is 2-3, spayed and currently being treated for a UTI. It is kind of puffed out and I might say slightly protruding.

Why does my guinea pig have swelling around her vagina?

Urgent – Vaginal Swelling Not open for further replies. Tonight when I picked my guinea pig up to check over her I noticed an awful abscess/swelling around her vagina. I panicked and rushed her to the vet immediately and the vet gave her an injection pain relief as well as antibiotics.

How can you tell if your guinea pig has a disease?

Signs and Symptoms of Common Guinea Pig Ailments. Also be aware of physical changes such as hair loss, constant itching or scratching, redness, swelling, or any other physical change. Monitor any change and speak with your veterinarian at any time you suspect there might be something off with your pet guinea pig.

Sometimes a female guinea pig with a bladder stone at the opening will have swollen genitals. I have a pig with what I would call swollen gentials. She is 2-3, spayed and currently being treated for a UTI. It is kind of puffed out and I might say slightly protruding.

What should I do if my guinea pig has skin problems?

Be aware before introducing any new guinea pigs if they seem to have any skin conditions. Before introducing food or bedding into the cage, make a habit of freezing it for a day. The extreme cold temperatures will kill off any potential parasites that may have been lurking in the packages. Spaying your female guinea pig is definitely recommended.