Sounds and movement of my piggies

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What does it mean when you have a guinea pig and your holding them and they vibrate or shiver and start making little squeaky noises
 
Oh my this is not easy answer.
Could be lots reasons. Vibrate shiver means fright and some noises also. . But some noises are happy
Is your piggie New then yes it could be scared as they like to be comfy before happy house .
Pls read the very helpful guides on everything on this forum to do the three lines top left and you get their
I'm sure things work out. :nod:
 
They are recently new. They are really cuddly so do you think they are happy and joyful noises?
 
i just saw on your other post that you only got them yesterday.
It really is best to let them settle into their new environment for at least a few days before handling them, even if they do appear to be be used to being handled.
 
Olivia_ewings said:
What does it mean when you have a guinea pig and your holding them and they vibrate or shiver and start making little squeaky noises
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Hi!

Shivering when held usually means fear. Without hearing the squeaking we can unfortunately not comment. Generally it is a good sign that your little one is talking as that means that it is not gone into 'unresponsive predator play thing' mode (one of the prey animal behaviours).

Please take the time to read these guides below. They will help you to understand how becoming a pet looks for the guinea pig and how you can use their own body language to invite them into your group and make them feel welcome.
Is your piggy an only piggy or do they have a much needed companion, which is the biggest species need for guinea pigs and best thing ever you can do for your piggy?
Arrival in a home from the perspective of pet shop guinea pigs
Understanding Prey Animal Instincts, Guinea Pig Whispering And Cuddling Tips
How To Pick Up And Weigh Your Guinea Pig Safely
Companionship
 
Wiebke said:
Hi!

Shivering when held usually means fear. Without hearing the squeaking we can unfortunately not comment. Generally it is a good sign that your little one is talking as that means that it is not gone into 'unresponsive predator play thing' mode (one of the prey animal behaviours).

Please take the time to read these guides below. They will help you to understand how becoming a pet looks for the guinea pig and how you can use their own body language to invite them into your group and make them feel welcome.
Is your piggy an only piggy or do they have a much needed companion, which is the biggest species need for guinea pigs and best thing ever you can do for your piggy?
Arrival in a home from the perspective of pet shop guinea pigs
Understanding Prey Animal Instincts, Guinea Pig Whispering And Cuddling Tips
How To Pick Up And Weigh Your Guinea Pig Safely
Companionship
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There’s two and they have been together since the little ones birth so they get along really well and thank you
 
Olivia_ewings said:
There’s two and they have been together since the little ones birth so they get along really well and thank you
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Pick them up together in this case but make sure that they can't blind jump. Use a cardboard box or tunnel for transport and follow our piggy whispering and lap time tips on how to get fearful piggies used to being with you. Be patient! Trust is a tender plant that needs to make deep roots first before it can grow.
 
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