Guinea pig owners know that these animals have a unique personality and can be sensitive to their surroundings. However, sometimes their behavior can be misinterpreted. In this video, I will discuss 20 things guinea pigs hate and explain why this behavior makes them uncomfortable.
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► In this video
00:18 Loud Sounds
Guinea pigs have sensitive hearing and loud noises can cause them stress.
00:33 Abrupt movements
Guinea pigs may feel threatened by sudden movements, so it is best to avoid them.
00:50 Feeding your guinea pig
Guinea pigs are herbivores and need a diet consisting mostly of grass, such as hay, seasonal grasses and grain-free compound feeds.
01:42 Guinea pig wheel
Guinea pigs have a fragile spine, so using a wheel can cause serious health problems.
01:57 Guinea pig in a cage
Guinea pigs need to move around to avoid health problems such as obesity and digestive problems. Take them out for a walk or use a pen where they can run around freely.
02:12 Ultraviolet for the guinea pig
Guinea pigs need ultraviolet light to absorb nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. Provide a suitable ultraviolet lamp as it does not go through the window glass.
02:48 Guinea pig overheating and hypothermia
Keep their cage in a room with a comfortable temperature and do not expose them to direct sunlight or drafts.
03:18 Anti-Hair Stroking
Stroke guinea pigs in the direction of hair growth to avoid discomfort.
03:34 Poor hygiene
Guinea pigs require regular cleaning of the cage to avoid health problems.
03:50 Guinea pig bedding
Avoid using sawdust, newsprint and cat litter as bedding, as they can cause breathing problems or be toxic to guinea pigs. Use corn filler, fleece cloth, diapers and hay instead.
04:16 Pick ups.
Guinea pigs hate being picked up because it reminds them of predators, causing stress.
04:42 Strong Smells
Perfumes, cleaning products and smoke can cause stress in guinea pigs because of their sensitive sense of smell.
04:50 Treating them like toys
Guinea pigs are animals and should not be treated like toys or dressed up for social media.
05:12 Loneliness.
Guinea pigs need companionship and can become depressed and anxious if left alone for too long.
05:26 Guinea pig bathing
Guinea pigs rarely need to bathe because they often clean themselves, and excessive bathing can cause dryness and skin problems.
05:26 The guinea pig's sebaceous gland
Guinea pigs have a gland that needs to be controlled to avoid skin problems.
06:21 Communication with strangers
Guinea pigs can get nervous at the sight of strangers, so introduce them gradually.
06:32 How to keep multiple guinea pigs
Keep an eye on guinea pig interactions as they may fight over territory and injure each other.
06:59 Rough Play
Handle guinea pigs with care as they are delicate animals and can be injured by rough play.
07:13 Predator Encounters
Dogs and cats are predators and guinea pigs need to be protected from them.