Reproductive pathology in the common degus
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Breeding
The breeding process for Chilean storks is one of the longest of all rodents! After 3 months in the warmth, the young point the end of their nose. But the production is not always easy and it is important to know it well before starting.
Neutering degus
Octodon degus sterilization or castration is used to limit reproduction in this rodent. It involves the removal of reproductive capacity, often surgically and permanently. Castration… Read More »Neutering degus
How do you get someone to adopt your degus?
Sometimes, current circumstances make it impossible to keep your degus with you. Whether it’s a surprise litter, the result of poor sexing, or a change… Read More »How do you get someone to adopt your degus?
Standard of breeding of the Octodon degus
The use of standard for the breeding of the degus allows the establishment of healthy lines, trying to limit the genetic problems and while preserving… Read More »Standard of breeding of the Octodon degus
How to differentiate the sex of the male or female degus?
To know how to make the difference between a male and a female octodon is essential. The Octodon degus does not present any sexual dimorphism… Read More »How to differentiate the sex of the male or female degus?
Degus colors
For a few years, degu breeders have been developing different colors, more or less distant from the natural color of the degu. This requires a… Read More »Degus colors
The reproduction of Octodon degus
The reproduction of the Octodon degus is like this rodent: out of the ordinary. It is indeed one of the rodents with the longest gestation… Read More »The reproduction of Octodon degus