There may be numerous reasons why you want to breed guinea pigs. One thing is certain, however. You should not breed guinea pigs in the hopes of getting rich for it.
The truth is that there is very little money in breeding guinea pigs, and finding good homes for guinea pigs isn’t always easy.
However, if you have a very good reason for breeding guinea pigs, here are some guidelines to help you out.
Obviously, you need a male, known as a boar, and a female, known as a sow. A sow needs to be at least six months of age, and the boar needs to be at least four months old. It is possible for both sexes to mate before they reach this age, but it isn’t advised, because it has an affect on the health of the litter.
