Why does my guinea pig squeak when I come home?

Why does my guinea pig squeak when I come home?

The guinea pigs are excited about getting to eat! Your guinea pigs might squeal when they see you, perhaps hoping you’ll pet them or give them attention. A happy squeal is a happy thing for guinea pigs and you.

When do guinea pigs go into hibernation what do they do?

do guinea pigs hibernate? a realtive had a guinea pig who was in an apartment with the heat turned off for two days in December. We she came home the guinea pig appeared dead. No response for 12 hours. When she took him out of the cage he was not stiff.

Are there any wild guinea pigs in the world?

While there are still species of native guinea pig living in the wild in South America, Cavia porcellus is a purely domesticated breed, hence there are no wild populations on them living anywhere in the world. Much like the modern guinea pig, the wild ancestors of the cavy adapted to many different landscapes.

Where did the guinea pig originally come from?

A map of the Andes region of South America. Wild guinea pigs were common in all but the southern most areas. The small, popular critter most people know today as the guinea pig is actually a species of ‘cavy’ called ‘Cavia porcellus’ and is a domesticated descendant of the wild guinea pig species from the Andes.

What kind of temperature does a guinea pig need?

Guinea Pigs are originally from South America, where it is quite warm all year round. They require a daytime temperature between 75-85F degrees, and nighttime temperatures not lower than 68F degrees. If the temperature falls too low, a GP will die from hypothermia.

How long should I let my guinea pig live?

If you’ve brought your guinea pigs home for the first time then it’s recommended that you don’t handle them for a week in order to let them get settled into their new home. This may be hard to resist but your guinea pig will thank you for it in the long run!

When to take your guinea pig to the vet?

If your guinea pig is back from an operation then it’s best to ask the vet how long you should wait before your guinea pigs can be handled.

Can you keep a guinea pig in a cage?

Sure, you can keep them locked away in a cage with the occasional outing time, but that is no way to treat a pet. Regular Guinea pig cages can not only prove to be too small, but have other potentially adverse drawbacks that may harm your fluffy friend.

Is it normal for a guinea pig to get sick?

While they are usually healthy animals, there are a number of diseases that commonly affect pet guinea pigs. By knowing what the most common illnesses are, you can be better prepared to monitor for signs and symptoms that your guinea pig may be getting sick.

“I Feel Merry” Squealing in guinea pigs often is a sign of joy, nothing more and nothing less. If your cavy squeaks as soon as you walk into the room, it means that he’s delighted by your presence — and perhaps hasn’t seen you in a couple hours.