The next job is to calm and pet your piggy softly to put him at ease. The first thing you need to do is to eliminate any danger that may be close by. Growling is a sign that your piggy is feeling threatened or vulnerable. Using some timed intervals where both Guinea Pigs can have time to relax in between should allow them to become familiar without the dominant displays and eventually become housemates. It is advisable to watch this closely, and if the chattering doesn’t subside, separate the Guinea pigs and introduce them to each other gradually. They may also accompany the chattering with a high-pitched squeak and a slight rocking movement from side to side to side. If you see an extended period of teeth chattering from newly homed Guinea Pigs, then you may also see them puff up the hair on their necks in an attempt to make themselves look bigger and more dominant. Eventually, both Guinea Pigs should get used to each other enough to be left alone safely.
Using timed intervals where both Guinea Pigs can have time to relax in between. It is advisable to watch this closely, and if the chattering doesn’t subside, look to separate the Guinea pigs and introduce them in a controlled manner.
This can be anything from being disturbed from rest or sleep by another Guinea Pig or a human, or a display of dominance when male Guinea pigs meet for the first time. Guinea Pigs often chatter their teeth when unhappy or agitated about something.
Unhappy or even frightened so you can act quickly to reduce the discomfort or Pet Guinea pig happy, it is also vitally important to understand when he is Just as it is important to understand what it is that makes your Have also developed a repertoire of noises to indicate unhappiness orĭispleasure. The endearing little noise is often associated with physical activity such as playing or exploring, so be sure to listen closely during activity and playtime. Of short sharp noises in quick succession, which indicates your Guinea Pig is So be careful not to encourage the sound too much if you enjoy the peace and quiet. Guinea Pigs are quite clever, and will often use this sound more and more if they get a favorable response i.e a tasty treat every time they wheek. Guinea pigs have been known the use this high-pitched noise to gain attention from their owners, usually in anticipation of a snack or favorite treat. It is a sound commonly associated with anticipation and excitement. Wheeking is a high-pitched continual squeaking sound. Although a similar noise, can have a very different meaning, so it is important to try and distinguish between the two! Wheeking Purring can often be mistaken for Rumbling, which we have discussed below in the mating noise section. Speaking, this noise indicates that your Guinea pig is enjoying his time with Potentially hear this noise when stroking and petting your Guinea Pig. Soft purr usually indicates that your Guinea Pig is comfortable and happy. So, it pays to keep a record of the noises andĪctions your little buddy uses to signal his pleasure or displeasure. We have listed the more common noises below and used this general classification to help you identify what they mean. Generally speaking, we can classify sounds into happy good sounds, and not-so-happy bad sounds. For instance, Some Guinea Pigs may demonstrate happiness with a Purr, whereas others’ purrs can indicate anger or displeasure. Understanding our Guinea Pig noises is not always straightforward, as each Guinea Pig has its own personality. Guinea Pigs have developed a wide range of sounds and noises to communicate with fellow Guinea Pigs and humans.īy understanding the different sounds, we are able to identify when our pets are happy, sad, excited, or frightened, which is key to understanding our little buddy’s needs and moods. Guinea pig Sounds and what they mean Video.Unhappy or distressed Guinea pig Sounds.
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