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high weight gain in my new piggy

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hi there, 3 weeks ago i got a new piggy from some 1 i know who found the pig, i am presuming she was abandoned as she found it in the street, she kept it for a week before i got her, and i kept her quaranteened for 2 weeks also with a vet checkup, yet i am a little worried that she is gaining weight very fast, i am going to get her in the vets asap for an ultrasound as they didnt check that when i went up last. shes healthy enought but am not sure on her age, vet says around 6-9 mnths. if in the event she was pregnant, would she find it difficult being this age or should it run smooth. or am i panicking for nothing, i do tend to go over board with things, but shes gone from 1020g on friday to 1100 grams today, i will update with what vet says when i get in :{:{:{
 
Thats quite a wieght for a 6-9month old, she may well be pregnant, do you have a picture of her, experienced members (may) be able to say if she is or isnt in later pregnacy? Pregnancy at this age can run smoothly, but be prepared to pay for veterinary treatment if it doesnt. I dont have time to write lots, but i will be back later to advise a bit more if i can. Sorry.

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The links in this thread should be very useful for you over the coming weeks.
http://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=83813

Please have thorough read of them and if there is anything that you need more info or advice on please post your questions in the Pregnancy and Labour section so that the experienced members that monitor the section will see and answer them quickly.

Suzy x
 
Thank you for your reply, i am going to have a good read later tonight, and will try post some pictures later today, fingers crossed she isnt pregnant and for now i have put on hold the bonding with my 2 girls untill i know for sure, just incase, i have my vets phone number and will ring if ever needed without a doubt :)
 
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managed to get a picture of her on here, sorry its not a good one its from my phone
 
She could well be pregnant.

Please have a read through the link you have been given. It should answer most of the questions that you may have.
 
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