![]() However a louder purring and staccato body movements may indicate a problem between them. Low level purring suggests that they are happy and comfortable in each other’s company. They can also make purring noises to each other. This is a sign that he/she is upset and not happy. For example, one animal may make a high pitched squeak towards another. They will often make an array of different sounds to each other which convey different meanings. Guinea Pigs are very sociable and vocal animals. Guinea Pigs rarely bite humans, but it is better to remove the stress from your Pet. If you hear the clacking, it is probably best to back off, or you may need to separate pigs that share the same cage. Guinea pigs make this noise to both other animals and humans. Teeth clacking is a pre-cursor to a possible attack. He/she is trying to tell you that they feel threatened and are not happy. The Guinea Pig does this as a warning sound. Teeth clacking is the noise that a guinea pig makes by grinding its teeth together. This noise represents the Guinea Pig craving attention, most probably because they think that food may be about to arrive, possibly because they have heard a sound that they associate with food, often the rustling of food packaging. Guinea pigs are very vocal creatures and ‘wheezing’ is a classic ‘piggy’ high pitched squeaking sound. How can you tell one noise from another? Here are a few tips which may help to identify the different sounds that your Pet may make. Always seek advice if you’re worried.There are a many reasons that Guinea Pigs make noises, including being hungry, angry, happy or contented. Most of all, enjoy the Guinea Pig lingo! Their happy little squeaks are rather satisfying and pleasing to listen to. This may also be useful to your veterinary surgeon if you’re worried about your Guinea Pig’s health. ![]() It may be useful to record your Guinea Pig whilst they are making different sounds so you can compare the videos. If they make an uncommon noise to you, stop, observe and act if required. Often, your Guinea Pig will be squeaking because he or she is happy, healthy and going about their little Guinea Pig way of life. It can be difficult to completely understand why your Guinea Pig is squeaking, “wheeking” or “chutting”. Furthermore, guinea pigs can shriek when in pain and. If your Guinea pig has abnormal stomach noises and is showing signs of lethargy, a bigger abdomen than usual and depression, contact your veterinary surgery immediately. Guinea pigs can make high-pitched wheeking sounds when they are eagerly anticipating their next meal. ![]() Gut stasis is a life-threatening condition where the gastrointestinal tract stops moving. Loud stomach sounds, however, may be an indication of other digestive health issues, which may risk gut stasis. Sometimes, this may only be audible through the use of a stethoscope, however, these noises may also be louder than you expect and may be heard out loud. Due to the high volume of food passing through the digestive system, their guts can make a substantial amount of noise. Guinea pigs must constantly be eating and their guts should have continuous movement. Males will make this rumbling sound to attract the ladies, and the females may repeat this noise to let the males know that she is in season. This is characteristic of mating behaviour. ![]() Rumbling – You may sometimes hear a rumbling sound which is often deep, continuous and comes in waves. If you have a small herd of Guinea pigs, you will hear quite the choir ensemble performance when it’s time for dinner! This is usually a characteristic of excitement. Wheeking – you may often hear what can only be described as a “ wheeking” sound coming from your Guinea pig, and this is a sound that they will often make daily. That way, when you hear a different type of sound to normal, you will know that something may be amiss. It may be difficult to know what’s normal for your Guinea Pig if they’re a new addition to the family, but over time, you will soon get to know the different sounds that your Guinea Pig makes. Understand what’s normal for your Guinea Pig Understand what’s normal for your Guinea Pig.
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