Is it better to get 2 girls or 2 boy guinea pigs?

Question

my mom said that i can get guinea pigs but she said that i need to look it up to see if it is ok to get more than one guinea pig. but idk if i get 2 boys will they foght and ppl say that girls gare more skittish than boys and that they get kinda mean when there in heat so wat do i do?

Answer 1

It is better to get two females. I had two males together once, they were from the same liter and even looked like twins, but I came home one day and found blood all over the place and both of them had it around their mouthes. One was fine, but the other had a pierced lip!

Answer 2

It's kind of a halfway myth that two male guinea pigs can't get along. As long as you give them time to get to know each other (keep them separated but nearby for the first few days) and can stand the "transitional" days where they will probably be "humping" each other and following each other around...once they establish who's the dominant piggie, all should be well. Now, granted, every once in awhile (but rarely), you'll find a male guinea pig who just doesn't like company! But, a male you get at a store like PetSmart has been "thrown in" with other males all his life, and like I said, once a pattern of dominance is established (one piggie will eventually usually always "take the lead") they should be best buds. I have two males that aren't related and weren't raised together, who get along fine...you can see them here on my dorky website:

http://www.secondstarillustrations.com/charlie.htm

The advantage of buying from one of the bigger pet stores is that most have "return policies" so that if, after a week or so, you discover you've got a "fighter" on your hands, he can be returned or replaced.

Although every piggie is different and there usually aren't HUGE difference, males do tend to be a little more outgoing. But don't expect any piggie to be bold during his first month or so with you - they've got to get used to the fact that you're not planning on eating them! Plus, some never like the feeling of being lifted up.

So, I would say, go with two males. Chances are you're not going to have a problem. Give them time to get used to each other like I described above. Check out the following website for great piggie tips and cheap ways to make your OWN cage which will be roomier and healthier than the ones you might find in pet stores. Good luck!

www.cavycages.com

Answer 3

Sex dosen't really matter. Because guinea pigs aren't usually fixed, they have all of their hormonal tendencies. You would probably be better off with one boy and one girl, but then you end up with LOTS of guinea pigs!! So I would say try to find litter mates since they will have already bonded rather than trying to introduce two guinea pigs that have never met. If you are buying from a petstore ask how long the pigs have been housed together, the longer the better! Also if you do end up getting two pigs that have never met, they may fight at first, but they will eventually calm down and get along. Guinea pigs are very social animals.

Answer 4

Hello. Yes two girl guinea pigs can get along just find. If you buy them together at the same time while they're young, most likely they will be from the same litter. Sometimes you'll find that one will become more dominant, just means she's the head piggy.

Answer 5

Check on www.petfinder.com to see if there are any rescued guinea pigs near you. Finding a neutered male and a female would be best. They also have pairs that already like each and want to stay together.

Our two males did fight. When I bought the first one, it was supposed to be a female. The pet store does not always know.

Good Luck.

Answer 6

i continuously prefered boys, extra suited temperament, kinder, extra loving, snuggle as much as extra! females are particularly feisty, nip eachother over teritory. i had 2 boys yet a million died in simple terms after i offered a woman. i bred my lady and he or she had 4 toddlers, 3 females and a million boy, a million boy and a million woman died! I somewhat have 2 toddler females with its mum and the dad in a seperate cage on his very own. the two sexes are beautiful loving, boys ought to be seperated as they try whilst they're older however, the superb blend is a neutered (desexed/castrated) male and a woman, he won't experience like it and make the superb pair! if you got 2 boys the names are beautiful, i prefere Tyson. if you got 2 females the names are large, Elle is nicer. hehe i admire the two, in the event that they're talked approximately with a loving proprietor then 2 females will finally end up almost as large as 2 boys i think of LOL they might hump eachother till now each and every thing however, that's domination, make confident they're seen with the aid of a vet, they could make confident they're in tip superb suited situation and make confident they're an identical intercourse. i'm hoping i helped, in case you have any questions you like answering be at liberty, i settle for digital mail, and that i will respond as quickly as i'm able to.

Answer 7

Two females work just fine. Very seldom will two males get along. , even from the same litter. The webs will tell you all you need to know about piggies to keep them healthy.

Answer 8

How to Care for Guinea Pigs


Guinea Pigs
Animal Aid

Adapted from Animal Sheltering Magazine.

A descendant of the wild guinea pigs of South America, today's domesticated guinea pig is viewed by many as an "easy" pet for children. Many parents select a guinea pig as a first pet for their child, believing a small pet needs only a small amount of care. It is important to understand that these little guys have lots of requirements, including a roomy cage, specialized diet, daily cleanup, and gentle handling, and that an adult should be the primary caretaker.

1. Make Room at the Inn

They may be small, but guinea pigs require ample space to move about. Make sure their living quarters are at least 18 inches wide, 14 inches high, and 25 inches deep. Guinea pigs housed in larger cages are more likely to be active. Do not use aquariums, as they provide poor ventilation, and mesh or wire-floor cages hurt guinea pigs' tender feet.

When choosing floor linings and cage furnishings, keep in mind that guinea pigs will chew on just about anything to wear down their constantly growing teeth, so everything placed in the cage must be nontoxic. Use plenty of lining material—shredded ink-free paper or commercial nesting materials available at pet-supply stores, for example—because guinea pigs will use the material as both bedding and bathroom.

Remember also to provide plenty of high-quality hay, which these rodents use for nesting and snacking. Do not use materials such as sawdust, cedar chips, or fabrics that may cause respiratory or other health problems. Finally, provide your guinea pig with a gnawing log (such as an untreated fruit tree branch), tunnels to crawl through, and platforms to climb on. Add a heavy food bowl resistant to tipping and gnawing and a water bottle with a sipper tube.

2. Get a Little Closer

Guinea pigs are easily stressed, so they require careful handling. To pick up a guinea pig, slowly place one hand under his chest just behind the front legs, and gently cup your other hand under his hindquarters. Once you have a firm but gentle grip on the animal, lift him. Then immediately pull him close to your chest or lap so he feels safe and doesn't thrash around.

3. Give 'Em Their Greens

Feed your guinea pig a commercial guinea pig food, formulated especially for the species. These herbivores require a lot of vitamin C, so provide veggies such as kale and cabbage and ask your veterinarian about vitamin supplements. Treat guinea pigs to fruits, including melon slices and apples (but remove the seeds, which are toxic).

4. Help with the Cleanup

Guinea pigs try their best to keep clean, fastidiously grooming themselves with their front teeth, tongue, and back claws. But pigs—particularly the long-haired breeds—require frequent brushing and combing to stay clean and tangle-free.

Also, because their cage lining doubles as bedding and toilet, guinea pigs require daily housekeeping assistance. Scrub and disinfect the cage, then let it dry before lining the floor with fresh bedding and replacing the cage furnishings. Also clean the water bottle and sipper tube daily to prevent buildup of food, algae, and bacteria.

5. Pair Them Off

Guinea pigs are happiest when with other guinea pigs, so many pet care books urge owners to keep two or more together. Choose pairs that are the same sex and compatible. (For example, more than two male pigs together are likely to fight.)

also check out http://www.wildlife-museum.org/exhibithall/guineapig_care.html
http://www.oginet.com/pgurney/index.html
http://www.coldal.org/cavie.htm

Answer 9

the answer would be that it is best to get a companion but males tend to fight and you want a safe piggy so basically two girls is best for a happy piggy. :) also you should read up on them to be sure you are giving them the right care.

Answer 10

2 girls