During breeding cycles males becoming increasingly agitated and both sexes are known to stand on their hind feet and squeal loudly when threatened. Whilst breeding is not regularly seasonal, young is generally produced after sexual maturity is reached at 8–10 weeks and after a gestation period of 30–31 days. Litter sizes usually consist of four young but up to seven young can be produced in one litter.
As breeding approaches, males become increasingly restless and both sexes display warning signs such as standing on their hind legs and making high-pitched sounds when threatened. Although breeding is not strictly tied to a specific time of year, young are usually born after the animals reach sexual maturity around 8-10 weeks, with a short gestation period of about 30-31 days. Litter sizes typically range from four to seven offspring.