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Post by cavylover12 on Aug 26, 2012 17:49:54 GMT
Hi, I have a pregnant guinea pig at 7-8 weeks. I think she's having about 3 babies, I need help. I can't understand how to feel the pelvis bone. I know one way is flipping her on her back, but I really don't want to do anything stressful since she's really close now.
Does anyone know an easy, safe way to check her pelvis bones??
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Post by Kayleigh on Aug 27, 2012 6:04:09 GMT
Never put pregnant sows on their back. You cant feel their pelvis any easier that way.
The best and safest option (and the method i use)
All you need to do is run your fingers down her spine until you get to the bottom area, then you can feel the pelvis, you will be able to feel the two parts and how wide they are if they are open. Never press to hard as it can cause pain/discomfort.
Kayleigh
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Post by cavylover12 on Aug 27, 2012 15:12:28 GMT
Okay, I will try that. There was this website that said to flip them on their backs but that's way stressful and harmful for a pregnant sow, I didn't really believe it. I didn't try it. I tried what you said and found it, I think. It seems that it's open but I think it's closed.
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Post by Kayleigh on Aug 27, 2012 19:36:05 GMT
Give it time and as she nears delivery you will be able to feel it widen/close.
Practice makes perfect.
Kayleigh
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