A video on Cavy breeding opinions and facts.

[spiffykidd]

A short but useful and informative video.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0S2-jLgBfE



It also directs you toward the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians web site [ http://aemv.org/ ].

[banjosnotbombs]

I've watched those videos a long time ago, and I remember not agreeing with all that she said. Especially on cage sizes.
Also, I thought their pelvic bones didn't actually "fuse".

[spiffykidd]

Oh really? I had no idea it was a string of videos and of course I am no expert so I can't prove what she says is right but I like how she mentions that you shouldn't breed and that there are plenty of shelters.
At the same time she does give a hint or two if you do decide to do it and points you towards a site where you can search for EM Vet around you area.
I wasn't too sure about the how pelvic bone issue worked so I read around and found out that the pelvic bone doesn't "fuse" but becomes less flexible thus making the birth process more difficult.

[banjosnotbombs]

You're right, it's good she brought up that side of the breeding.
It's strange though, that considering she looked like a vet assistant, she made the mistake of saying 'fuse'. Thanks for clarifying that for me though.

[RainKindle]

I've watched a ton of those videos.
Especially when I started volunteering with rabbits.
I've noticed that she doesn't have always the most updated information.