![]() ![]() If you see your guinea pigs doing this to each another, its best to separate them before they fly at each other, just remember to watch your hands. They will sway from side to side and look very agitated they may also show their teeth. Usually the fur around their necks will be raised to make them seem larger. ![]() ![]() It can also happen with sows when they first meet. This often happens when two boars meet for the first time and they are trying to sort out their position in the hierarchy. When a guinea pig is teeth chattering at another guinea pig, a fight may break out. Guinea pigs seldom teeth chatter at humans and rarely ever bite, but just be aware that if they are extremely upset or afraid, they may nip. Although it’s rare, if it’s directed at you, they are telling you to keep away, so please be respectful if your guinea pig is annoyed or upset. Signs of aggression are very uncommon with Guinea Pigs but here are some signs that you can watch for:Īn angry guinea pig will start teeth chattering, it’s a sound heard when they are clacking their teeth together. Little lips going in and out as though they’re whistling a tune. Head will be held high, chirping like a bird. Chirping: A rare sound made by some guinea pigs – sounding like a bird singing.This can happen if a guinea pigs cage mate is out of the cage or they have been separated for whatever reason. Young guinea pigs calling to their mother, or calling to a cage mate. Shrieking: Sounds like a very sharp, high pitched wheek and it means your guinea pig has suffered pain, alarmed or may be very afraid.This is known as the mating dance, other terms used are motor boating or rumble strutting. While making this sound a guinea pig will sway their hips and walk around another guinea pig. A rumble sounds deeper than a purr with a vibrating effect. A female can also make this sound if she is in season. Rumble: This sounds like a purring sound, happens usually when a male piggy is romancing another guinea pig.Purring: This is another common sound you will hear a lot of.It really sounds as though they are muttering to themselves. Chut/Chubble/Mutter: This is a hard noise to describe – when your guinea pigs are out and about, you’ll notice they will be happily walking around on the floor, going about their business and this is when they may make a repeated chut sound.It’s high pitched, and is a sound of excitement you will hear either feeding time, or sometimes when you come into the room! The sound actually sounds like the word when you say it. Wheeking: Most common sound that you will hear.Very comical to watch, especially with more than one! This is a hop or twitch-like action that you will see them do when they are excited and happy. Popcorning: is a movement that you will see with your little one.Here are examples of sounds that you may hear: It’s good to make sure they have somewhere to hide, so he/she will need a safety house such as a box or igloo.Ĭommunication through a variety of different noises is the most common way to know how your cavy is feeling happy, scared, etc. Although they have little short legs and cannot jump or climb many obstacles, they can show you how they feel by movements.Ĭavies are startled easily by loud noises, especially at first, and will either stop in its tracks, or run quickly for cover. You will quickly learn that movement and sound is an important part of a piggy’s life. In place, they have heightened senses of hearing, smell, and touch. Guinea pig sight is not as good as humans, but they have a wider range and don’t see things in full color. ![]() The guinea pig is an amazing creature who when properly cared for can live a long healthy life, an average of 5 to 7 years, but could live to 10! Behavior However, as true herbivores that are very low on the food chain, they should be kept away from dogs, cats, ferrets, and rats. They are affectionate and gentle, and well-suited for households with children. Guinea pigs, also known as “cavies,” are rotund rodents from South America. ![]()
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