How Do You Choose A Guinea Pig For Breeding?
Usually, guinea pigs have a way of choosing their own breeding partners without any human intervention. But if you can breed the best of the best, then that is the best way you can create and nurture healthy pigs. Take into account their coat patterns, body shape and rarity. Take all of your guinea pigs to the vet to be sure they are healthy enough for breeding and do not show any defects. The females (sows) should be four to six months old and weigh at least one pound (500 grams). The males (boars) should be at least eight months old. Compare your guinea pigs honestly to photos and written breed standards of show guinea pigs set by your country’s Cavy showing association. In America, this is the American Cavy Breeder’s Association. You must take into account their body shape, coloration, number or toes, formation of the teeth, coat texture and their health. Check over your guinea pig’s sire and dam, if possible. If the sire and dam are owned by others, ask the owners about any health
