Understanding Calcium Deficiency In Pregnant Guinea Pigs

Pregnant guinea pigs require extra dietary calcium to support foetal skeleton development and lactation. This puts them at an increased risk of calcium deficiency during pregnancy, particularly if they have had previous pregnancies and they are not receiving adequate calcium in their diet. They can give birth up to five times per year if continuously allowed to mate, and calcium deficiency can occur at any time during pregnancy, but it’s most common in the couple of weeks leading up to the birth. Read More»