rusty
Newborn Degu
**my degu**
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Post by rusty on Oct 29, 2005 20:46:21 GMT
how long should a degu live i've heard about 5-8 years
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Post by deguqueen on Oct 30, 2005 0:25:00 GMT
I think thats about right. Although Im sure some with proper care and the ones who enjoy their lives can live a lot longer.
Hamsters life spans are about 2 years and I have heard of them living for up to 6.
So I think a few extra years is possible.
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rusty
Newborn Degu
**my degu**
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Post by rusty on Oct 30, 2005 8:58:58 GMT
thanks
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Post by diet otaku on Oct 30, 2005 16:22:27 GMT
it depends on several factors. degus can live up to 10 years with the right diet and care, but the average is 5-7 years. if you have a female that is breeding, however, that cuts it down to about 3 years. and if the degu's diet is poor, they can develop diabetes, which will also severely shorten their lifespan.
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Post by Sunshinemeg on Oct 30, 2005 22:02:52 GMT
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