When will my guinea have her babies?

Question

My little girl is preg, was preg, when we got her I was told. I purchased her 78 days ago! Still no babies. I also brought her home with another guinea whom I was told was also a female... I have checked her over and over and have had others look at her, she appears to be a female. I have read everyhting I can find on Guinea Pig gestation and know that they can be preg on average 72 days, give or take a few.. But..... 78 days? Isn't this pushing it? Her pelvis is openand has been open for over a week. she is still eating and drinking everything in sight. She is also laying around a lot, and moving from corner to corner and jsut plopping down for a quick 2 min nap! (eye's still open) Should I be alarmed or is everything OK. There are no other signs of complications other than she seems to be overdue by my calculations. Thank you in advance for your help.

Answer 1

Are you sure she is pregnant? Has she seen a vet?

Gestation is generally 59-73 days, not longer than that.

http://www.guinealynx.info/reproduction....

Answer 2

If she is showing no signs of labor, then just keep watching her. She may only have one piggy in her and sometimes those get to stay in a little longer than the average liter.

If she is pregnant, then it wont be long before a birth. Just keep an eye on her. Most piggies typically give birth when it is quiet, my rescues liked the evening, but I have heard some will give birth over night and the owner walks in to find baby piggies the next morning.  

Answer 3

I'm sure it won't be long before she pushes them out. lol.

If not, take her to a vet?