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Do I need to be with my guinea pig during birth or leave her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Female | unspayed

Hi! Do I have to be with my guinea pig when she’s giving birth? Or can I just leave her alone

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 29th, 2019

You can observe just in case there are any problems. It should be a relatively quick process. If Coco is labor for more than hour, you need to take her into a vet immediately. If you see a lot of blood, she should see a vet right away. I hope this helps!

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