[Gpdd] HEALTH: when to neuter

[Sandra Park]

Dear Michelle,

Cavy Spirit (http://www.cavyspirit.com/neutering.htm) has good,
comprehensive info on neutering cavies.    I suggest you try the link.

Re: the age at which males can be safely neutered, Cavy Spirit says:  "The
age at which a vet is willing to castrate a cavy varies. Some have a two
month minimum, others 3 or 4. Four months old is preferable. He should also
be a good weight. 650 grams is the minimum, heavier is better. We have had
guinea pigs neutered who are 3 to 4 years old as well. While there isn't an
age limit on a healthy adult guinea pig, seniors should not be subjected to
the additional stress of undergoing unnecessary surgery."

Hope this helps,

Sandy and the Tampa Krewe (Taffy, Tiger & Winter; and always remembering
Autumn and Crystal at the Rainbow Bridge)