How to Breed a Pet Wallaroo

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Large, grassy enclosure
Bottle
Wallaroo diapers

Create Ideal Conditions

Step 1:
Know that your pet wallaroo requires a stimulating habitat to breed successfully. Provide at least a 5,000 square foot grassy enclosure.
Step 2:
Keep in mind that there are a number of wallaroo subspecies that exist, and their environments do change slightly according to where they originate. When selecting your wallaroo for breeding, inquire about the subspecies and research accordingly. Some wallaroos are from drier climates than others.
Step 3:
Designate a securely fenced pen or pasture for your wallaroo.
Step 4:
Create an environment that includes steep rocky areas, caves (natural or manmade), and ledges. Your pet wallaroos will use these areas to shade themselves during warmer weather.
Step 5:
Provide a large expanse of grassy area for grazing. Pet wallaroos will usually come out to graze in the evening.

Identify the Males and Females

Step 1:
Know that male wallaroos will be larger. They may weigh up to 102 pounds or 46.5 kilograms, while females might weigh in at 55 pounds or about 25 kilograms.
Step 2:
Compare the color of your pet wallaroos. The males tend to be darker.
Step 3:
Observe the build of your wallaroo. The male will appear more stocky and muscular.

Introduce Your Pet Wallaroos for Breeding

Step 1:
Know that sexual maturity is attained at 18 to 24 months.
Step 2:
Feel at ease about your pet wallaroo's breeding cycle. Breeding is not time-sensitive and may occur at any time throughout the year.
Step 3:
Identify your pet wallaroo's exact breed in order to determine estrus cycles. Eastern Wallaroos will have a cycle of 33 days, while a Euro wallaroo will have an estrus of about 45 days.
Step 4:
Expect the gestation period to last around 32 days for an Eastern Wallaroo, and about 34 days for a Euro.
Step 5:
Know that a baby wallaroo is about the size of a peanut when born. Once born, it will climb into the mother's fur until it reaches her pouch. Inside the pouch, the baby wallaroo will feed on milk for about 18 months.

Rear Your Pet Wallaroo

Step 1:
Begin to wean your pet wallaroo at about 4 to 5 months of age. You will need to feed it every 2 to 3 hours from a bottle.
Step 2:
Consider taming your baby pet wallaroo by allowing it in your home. Baby wallaroos can wear diapers like an infant, and they should be changed 3 or 4 times daily.
Step 3:
Know that a baby wallaroo can be taught to obey house rules and will become highly socialized if brought up with close human contact.

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