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Fat piggie?

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Question
Hi. Ive noticed my sow seems to have gotten fatter over the few days, doesnt like being handled and seems to be less active. I got her from a pet store 10 weeks ago and she is with 2 females( Ive checked and they are both def females). Any ideas what it could be? Shes eating and drinking the same as normal so not really sure.

Thanks

Answer
Hi Jo!  It is possible there was a male with her before you got there to purchase her.  So it is possible that she could be pregnant.  Can you feel lumps in her tummy?  Are her tits getting bigger?  These are a few signs.  Otherwise, if this isn't the case, she may just be a well fed and happy little cavy.  If she stops eating or drinking get her right to a vet.