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He is probably perfectly fine. Guinea pigs have unique ways of showing their delight. One of these include "popcorning", a series of small jumps the guinea pig does when he's happy. However, you should check around the cage and take a look at the daily routine to make absolutely sure nothing is out of the ordinary. If you feel this is a problem, feel free to contact a vet and get their opinion.
What else can I help you with?
Why would your guinea pig be afraid of his cage all of a sudden after a year?
It means something has gone into his/her cage or he doesn't like that cage anymore.It can also mean he/she doesn't likeyou anymore.
What does it mean to refresh a guinea pig cage?
To refresh a Guniea pigs cage means to Take out the bedding and put more in. Also it means to takeout everything in the cage and clean everything, for example like your guinea pigs food bowl and the bottom of the cage. I hope I helped!Ps.To help you can also change the water and the food.
What does it mean when a guinea pig jumpes?
the jumping, or popcorning, it does shows that it is very happy and excited. For example, if u take it out of its cage and let it run around ur room it will most likely popcorn because it is happy.
What can i use to make a guinea pig smell good?
The only thing that you can really do to keep a guinea pig clean is to clean out its cage and bedding very frequently (once a week at least). Bathing rodents can cause injury or death to the animal, and scents such as perfumes contain harmful chemicals. Cedar woodchips produce a great smell for the cage if changed regularly.
Is dirt safe for guinea pigs?
If you mean a cage that hasn't been cleaned out for more than a week, then it is safe, but not for long. They have to be cleaned out more regualary than that. If you mean a dirty cage with dirt and dust, then DEFINATLEY UNSAFE. If you mean being outside on the grass on a muddy day, then it is fine.
Why do guinea pigs like small places?
they like them because they can hide and htey feel safe; but that doesnt mean you can give them a small cage; they need at least 7.5 sq feet to roam around and run and play and live.
Why do guinea pigs make a funny jump?
Yes, guinea pigs CAN jump.. Ive had many pigs and they all have jumped. If they aren't trying to jump onto the top of something, they may jump because they are happy or excited. If you have a male and a female, the male may jump a lot because he wants to mate..
How much is an indoor run for a guinea pig?
It depends on what you mean by a run.If you mean a cage a properly sized one (see cavycages.com) you can build one for anywhere from $30-70 dependent on the size.If you mean a pen for running around you can use wire storage cube grids (w/holes an inch across) and connect them similar to another cage. A pack or two of cubes is sufficient and will cost between $16-40. You connect them simlar to how you would a homemade cage as seen on cavycages.com
What does it mean when guinea pigs have a fit?
it shakes rapidly and jumps around crazy.
When did cage die?
What is cage? What do you mean?
What does it mean when a rabbit tries to mate with a guinea pig?
Rabbits can not mate with guinea pigs. If the rabbit tries to mate with a guinea pig, it means that:They shouldn't live together. Rabbits and guinea pigs shouldn't share a cage because rabbits get easily scared and can accidentally hurt the piggies.Your rabbit could be trying to show dominance but again, give each one its own cage. A rabbit trying to be dominant could hurt the guinea pig.You should separate them when the rabbit mounts the guinea pig. Otherwise, if they get along, they can be together when you're there to supervise, but never when they're alone.
Do guniea pigs get lonely in a cage by there self?
Maybe. Most likely. So, it is best to get two guinea pigs from the same pet shop. But my guinea pig is a little self-centered. That doesn't mean your piggy has this personality too. Some guinea pigs are loners. But either way, it is better to get two guinea pigs. I mean who wouldn't want a furry little play mate to see everyday?! Hope this helped!
