What sounds do guinea pigs make and what do they mean?

Guinea pigs are small and very cute animals. And if you want to get yourself this little animal, then you should know that they are very sociable. And they talk with the help of various sounds. And each of them means something different. It can be: hunger, pleasure, fear, pain. They can do this constantly, at any time of the day or night.

Each state has its own sound. And if you want to become a good host, then you should learn to recognize them. When you study them, it will become easier for you to communicate with your pet, and you can make it more comfortable for him to live.

Many people have a question - why when you pet pigs, they begin to squeak? The answer is very simple: in this way the "pigs" show that they are satisfied.

In this article, you will find out what strange sounds guinea pigs make and what they mean.

This sound is one of the most common, you will hear it very often. They publish it when full of joy. When you come home and see that your pet has stood on its hind legs and is whistling, then know that it is good to see you. Pig whistling may also occur if if he wants to eat, and in your hands sees his favorite treat.

This signal means that the guinea pig is experiencing excitement or is waiting for something. Sometimes sniffling can turn into a whistle. This phenomenon happens when the owner is about to feed the animal. But at the same time, with this method they can require attention.

This sound has many meanings, and to understand what the pig wants to say, you need to rely on the pose in which it is located. If she is relaxed, then at that moment she is content and happy.But at the same time, if a fairly high tone is traced, then there is a high probability that the pet is annoyed. At this point, you can observe the stress state. And if you look closely at him, you will notice that he is trembling.

The animal growls in almost the same way it growls, but the tones differ in that the former sounds pretty low. You can hear such a manifestation of emotions when the male begins to care for the female. Also during the mating season, you can hear this sound from the female. Mostly a growl is used for background during mating. Even at these moments, it may seem to you that the animals are quacking. Therefore, do not be scared.

By this action, the animal wants to show that it is angry or in a bad mood. This may also mean that the animal is aggressive. During the grinding, it can show its teeth, in such a way telling you not to touch it.

This behavior can also mean anger, discontent, and the fact that the guinea pig is preparing for a fight. Therefore, to understand the mood of your pet, you should carefully look at it.

In order not to provoke a pet to negative emotions, when you just got it, you should let it adapt in a new place. And therefore, do not stay near the cell for a long time. If you bought your pet a new toy, he should also get used to it. Therefore, it should be installed next to the cell and only after a while to place already in it. With the help of such an action, your pet will get used to the new thing and realize that it does not pose any threat.

The pet may start to bite because of other external stimuli, such as:

• smells of other domestic animals;
• diet replacement;
• extraneous loud sounds from various devices;
• sharp temperature drop.

Particular attention should be paid to whether your animal is knocking or creaking. This detail is important, since the causes are different.

Teeth creaking may appear if they are overgrown or poorly grind when the animal eats solid food or plays with toys. If this is the reason, then you should consult a doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Inaction can lead to infection and thinning of the teeth.

It may also indicate the appearance of parasites, which must be disposed of. And in order to accurately determine the cause of these symptoms, you need to contact a veterinary clinic and pass all the necessary tests. In the event that the matter is parasites, the treatment is selected exclusively by a veterinarian. And if you do not follow his recommendations, then the situation may have irreversible consequences.

Hissing means almost the same thing as gnashing of teeth. Very often they complement each other. Under natural conditions, this means that the rodent is scared.

Guinea pigs coo if they feel confident. Mostly females make this sound when they call their babies. Also, with such a squeak, guinea pigs can communicate at the time of courtship. When it is published by a recently born guinea pig, it means that it is anxious.

And if you have accustomed your pet to your hands, then in this way he may try to draw attention to himself, to be picked up and played with him. In addition, with the help of a squeak, pigs can show that they are glad to see their master. So beg for your favorite treats.

Mostly by a whistle, they show that they are hungry, and tell the owner about it.

A screech is a loud, heart-rending squeak with which an animal tries to convey to you that it is experiencing fear or pain. In the event that your pet makes such a sound, immediately go to him and check if everything is fine with him. If the animal moans or whines, then it wants to say what feels annoyed or disgusted with something or with someone.

This sound is very similar to the singing of birds. And his guinea pigs almost never publish. If you watch your pet at the time of this action, you might think that he is in a trance.

What these sounds mean is not yet known, there is still debate on this issue.

These rodents can communicate not only with sounds, but also with the help of body language. In the event that you deal with it, you can understand without any problems what your pet wants and what it feels.

Young pigs bounce when they are in a good mood, they are happy or experiencing excitement. Sometimes older pigs show their emotions, but the jumps are not so high.

In order to appreciate the situation around them, they will sniff at everything. In this way, they also get acquainted with other representatives of the species. To do this, they sniff the nose, chin, ears and back. They greet each other by touching their noses.

When pigs are aggressive, they are made to be taller than the enemy, standing on their hind legs and raising their heads. In addition, they begin to swing from side to side, the wool stands on end and they begin to grin. To add effect, pigs may begin to hiss.

If you see a similar behavior with your favorites, then you should be careful. Because there is a high probability that you will need to intervene in their relationship so that there is no fight.

Similar behavior during the mating season towards the female means that the male is sympathetic.

A heart-rending cry means that the animal is afraid or feels pain. And at the moment he is feeling bad. As soon as you hear this, then immediately go to your pet to see if everything is okay with him.

It is also worth paying special attention to the grinding of teeth. This means that the teeth of the animal begin to grow, but toys and solid foods do not help. If you start the situation, then an infection may occur. And in this case, you should immediately consult a doctor.

More about the language of communication of guinea pigs with the outside world tells the veterinarian in the video below.