Thanks so much! This really helped. Yes I do admit I handled my guinea pig by picking his back up and putting him snuggling on my chest. I see now how bad that was and the worst part is I have done it for YEARS. I am going to try this method tomorrow. Thanks a bunch squeak dreams! Peanut is very happy now.
Thank you for these lessons on picking piggies up and putting them back in their cage. I'd just like to add two things that I think weren't mentioned (or maybe I missed them). I think many people don't understand that guinea pigs are no climbing animals, they cannot claw into fabric or something to hold on. So when people hold them vertically against their chest and only support their butt one handed, it's really difficult for piggies to keep their balance, cause when the piggie owner leans only slightly forward, they are gonna fall backwards. Many piggies are nervous when held like that. Also I think it's important to support their cute bums cause it's uncomfortable and scary for them when they're only held around their belly and the whole - relatively heavy - rest of the piggie is dangling in the air. People who love their piggies hopefully realize how sensitive and rather fragile these lovely furry friends are. They need us to be gentle with them.
I have a large box that I cut a door way in and stuffed with hay. I put it in the cage and wait for one (sometimes both) of the pigs to climb in, then close the doorway flap and carry them like that. They are perfectly fine with it. :)
Thank you for posting this video. Guinea pigs need four paws on a surface. Holding them on their backs is an aggressive move. It is what predators do before they eat them. We lift our piggies in and out using a special cushion with a house over it. It provides a cue. They walk into the cushion and you lift them out of the cage. This prevents you from chasing them around. Do this every day and eventually they will look forward to it especially if they get treats. Warning though... it takes time. It look a long time for my piggies to trust the cushion; but now they love it.
You're videos have helped me tremendously! I adopted 2 piggies from someone and I was so nervous. I did as much research as I could before they arrived which is how I came across your videos. So thank you for all your help!!
Hello Squeaky, Just wanted to say thank you. I live in an apartment and I'm considering getting a gp for the first time, but I'm worried about how to give good care and how to create a happy relaxed gp! You have helped me a lot with your videos.
Lovely videos, I'm really enjoying them. I like to have my piggies facing me when I put them back home, that way they can't jump forwards into the cage and I can lower them in bottom first :) xx
I have a question. You said you should never lay a piggy on their back. If one was to turn itself over in its back while you were scratching (petting) it's back, is it ok to let them stay that way or will it interrupt it's breathing or digestion in anyway?
my guinea pigs always pee on me haha I think its mostly because they become so comfortable they don't even start squirming :P but it doesn't really bother me because i always use fleece and towels on my lap
+Squeak Dreams I just got two piggies Caly and Coal(both girls) and this entire video helped me I love all of your videos. You're a great insriration to me
I think some owners mistake their guinea pig's "shivering sound" for the "purring" of a satisfied cat. I agree with your interpretation of that sound. My pig has done it only once, and he was clearly agitated because I was rubbing his hair in the wrong direction.. As friendly and familiar as my pig has become, he never comes to my open hands asking to be picked up. I wonder if guinea pigs ever do come to an owner's open hands for that purpose.. The best I've seen is a pig who shows little objection, barely "pretending" to escape from my open hands.
It seems I'm fortunate with my Guinea Pigs. When I'm putting them back in their cage, none of them try to jump out of my hand. Each one waits until I put my hand on to of their houses, then he / she will then just step off my hand onto the fleece on top of the houses. The fleece is there because they like to relax there.
Your videos are quite entertaining. I'm so sorry about Sprite, R.I.P, sweet little piggy. i'm getting two male (or female, stilll thinking) Piggies of my own for Christmas, actually! And I swear I have been spamming your videos. just a question, me and my three year old baby cousin named June are very close. She loves animals and wants to pet my piggies, i'm ok with her petting, but her parents are suck ups to her because her baby sister gets alot of attention. so they got her a betta fish for her third birthday, and feed it like once a week! the poor thing is TORTURED! Not to mention the kids don't even care for it. So i'm afraid her parents will get her a piggy, then not know that they need an endless supply of hay and pellets, two servings of veggies a day, not knowing how big the cage needs to be, not knowing how delicate they are, not know the kids can't hold it, not knowing how they are often very skittish, not knowing the money it costs, not knowing the nail and teeth care and not know their cat will KILL it. I am so scared for any little Piggy that will live like that. if they cannot care for a SIMPLE betta fish, how are they gonna treat a piggy? not to mention how small their house is. Please answer, i really need your help. i'm ten, i think im responsible for a little piggy, i have also done a lot of research about piggys. i'm also at that stage where everyone would think i dont want June to copy me, so i dont want her parents to think that. I want to tell them, and i have snuck little hints like "y'know, guinea pigs cost like 500 bucks at the LEAST every year, not to mention the vet prices!", but they dont understand, 'nor listen! Please help, have a great day, tell your angels Mackenzie said "hi"
I am finding it odd to see a few piggie videos disliked so quickly. Is there a jealous guinea pig owner troll tip-toeing around? LoL. So ridiculous, because no one in their right mind would dislike this video or others. Thank you Sarah for making these! :) My Woodland Creature, Mochi, is beginning to show a little fatty layer on her bottom eyelid. Limiting their pellets now. She's a big piggie! :O
It's just trolls. I'm sure you know the type, empty lives (no friends, Thirty-somethings who still live with their parents, never had a job, still virgins, etc., ad nauseum). So, they troll You Tube, disliking small pet videos and making hateful comments because even the family dog can't stand to be around them. And you know how tolerant and forgiving dogs are.......
Squeak Dreams That's the spirit! Not letting them get to you. Keep up the positive attitude. I, for one, like your videos - I like small pets, as I currently have 4 Guinea Pigs.
hi there... i have 2 female guinea pigs nd as soon as i try to hold them she use to run away or try to scratch me the most they can.. but they would not come in my hands.. what to do????
Your video's are very helpful. My daughter just received a one year old female pig and I saw on your video that it is good for them to have a companion for company, so I purchased a 3 month old (so cute) and I was wondering about introducing them together. How exactly should I do that? I just don't want the older one to hurt the younger one.
i just have one question the way i have been holding my guinea pigs has been up against my chest with there paws in my chest and i support there bum with one hand and i hold there back with my other hand i just wanted to know if that is a safe way to transport them to there cage
+Lillie Downer They don't usually like to have their heads petted so they'll try to shove you off. It sounds like yours don't enjoy it. My guinea pig happens to enjoy it and she smushes down all cozy and happy when I rub her head--usually. Every not and then she decides she's not in the mood for a head rub so she'll do the head toss to let me know she's not happy. Maybe try rubbing their heads with one finger and see if they like that--mine is always up for that even if she's not in the mood for a head smush. Hope this helps :)
i found using the blanket or bed very helpful do you have any advice on making bigger cages with more toys and things to play with and hang out in and a 2nd level for food?
So today I got two young female Guinea pigs. My cage I was supposed to get comes tomorrow. However, it was supposed to come today. Yet, with lack of communication my dad brought home the piggies. So we went back out and bought a guinea Pig playpen and that’s where they are now. They are scared and they will eat in front of me so far but once I move they will hid. Can I move them into their new cage tomorrow or not? Remember I got them today.
Hi! I have had my piggies for about 7 months but still they are very scared, I have 4 guinea pigs and have tried a lot of things to help them get tamer, I watched a lot of taming guinea pigs videos but still they are scared I was just wondering if you had any advice for me. Thanks!
Thanks for your videos! They are really helpful. I'm planning to buy a guinea pig or two once I finish collecting facts about them. I like watching your videos for facts and things like how to pick up your guinea pig. Your videos are very helpful! Does anyone have any name suggestions???
Hi! Your piggies are the sweetest! I need a tip.. I got my two, 9 month old female guinea pigs from a rescue about two weeks ago and they are becoming less skittish.. They come out of their pigloo when I come by. Lucy lets me stroke her a little bit from behind then she runs off. Then if I even try to touch Penelope, she freaks out and runs away. Also, Penelope has the tenancy to want to nibble on my fingers! When ever I stick my hand in the cage she runs up and starts nibbling? Is this normal? Also I have not yet picked them up... If they start squirming when they are on my lap, what do I do? Thanks and keep posting your great videos!
Try to wash your hands before you put them in the cage, maybe Penelope smells your fingers and thinks they are food! ;) And also just give them time. How would you feel if you were put in a new place all of a sudden with new smells and sounds? I know it took me 2 months to get Teddy like this and he is a rescue too!
Oh Annie I just want to bury my face in your fluff! Haha. Your girls are just so sweet I love seeing them! Great tips and things to consider! I hate seeing rabbits and guinea pigs on their backs. :/ Makes me sad!
Justine P You can buy them off some specialist websites, but usually people built their own - you just need grids and correx/coroplast 4mm thickness. Look on forums for where to find, ebay might be good for the grids, a local hardware or sign makers shop for the plastic.
For two guinea pigs this is especially important. Definitely don't get one of the store-bought cages that say they're for guinea pigs; they're too small for even one pig. I have one pig and she lives in a cage that's sized for a chinchilla, so I would think that you'd need to get at LEAST that size.
I try to hold her how u show me, but, for some reason my guinea pig bites my finger! And most times I wash my hand before I handle her, but, she still bites me, and it not just when I hold her, its also when she is simply sitting on my chest or lap. Are there any reason she might be doing this.
I'm in the process of training to hold my 2-4 month two female guinea pig and when I try tame it, they wriggle like crazy, panicking and wanting to jump off my hand.
Maybe try just having them on your lap sat down in a blanket. No guinea pig likes being picked up really, so trying to keep them still whilst holding them up in the air isn't going to work - with a fleece or something to snuggle in and regular laptime they will start to get used to you, and eventually they'll be falling asleep on you :D
When it comes to vegetables guinea pigs just stop eating when they are not hungry anymore so they won't eat more than they need. You can feed lettuce 2 times a day :) Just change up their vegetables so that they get as much vitamin as possible (mine love cucumber and fennel the most:)) hope you have a lot of fun with your piggie!
Don't worry there is no illness you can give to your piggie but it might be better if say u have a cold wash your hands before handing food! Hope this helped!
I'm getting my piggies tomorrow and I basically watched many of Squeak Dreams videos and other YT channels on food, taming, cleaning etc. How are your piggies? :)
Hi! I love your channel and your piggies and I'm sorry for your loss. It's very sad to lose a piggy:( but me myself have owned a pig named snicky for four years and that entire time he has lived in his cage that he got as a baby if I get him a much larger cage will he get I don't know "cage sick" and die? He is a loner and I really hope the answer to that question is no. I love my piggy and wouldn't want anything to harm him. You probably understand. I wish all the luck in the world for you and your adorable piggies:)
+LoomingWithHana Thank you for your kind words! No a larger cage will be better for him and get him moving more which is good for older pigs. I recommend to have the new cage in the same room and when you do the changeover put some old bedding and used toys/hidey huts in so his smell is in there :)
The type of cage she has is a C&C cage which stands for cage and chloroplast. This is a type of DIY cage that is quite easy and affordable to make. The cage also give piggies more space then a standard pet shop cage, which is like a 2 in 1 deal as you get a cheaper and bigger cage. .
They are generally very placid and do not bite (unless they really do feel in danger!) but they may nibble affectionately :) This doesn't hurt but a proper bite would!
How bad is the smell of the piggies cage? Would you say it was awful? I need the smell answer about 2 pigs not 3. Its because I am trying to get another pig for Teddy and don't know how bad the smell would be. Plz get back to me as quick as possible!
I own two female guinea pigs and too be honest, their is a smell. I clean my piggies poop up about 2-3 times a day and that helps tremendously (since they are pooping machines). Now with the pee it can start smelling at about 3-4 days in to a clean cage. I use a fleece cage so the pee is particularly easy to find but you can definitely smell it. I change my piggies cage about every 3-4-5 days depending on the smell. The smell is not that bad as long as you spot clean everyday. Which I'm sure you do with Teddy! Go and get Teddy another friend! :) Good luck!
Maddie Paige Thanks SOOO much! What water-proof layer do you use under the fleece? Teddy will thank you for the advice! Maybe now I WILL get him a friend, fingers crossed!
Thanks so much! This really helped. Yes I do admit I handled my guinea pig by picking his back up and putting him snuggling on my chest. I see now how bad that was and the worst part is I have done it for YEARS. I am going to try this method tomorrow. Thanks a bunch squeak dreams! Peanut is very happy now.
You learn something new every day! 👍👍
Thank you for these lessons on picking piggies up and putting them back in their cage. I'd just like to add two things that I think weren't mentioned (or maybe I missed them).
I think many people don't understand that guinea pigs are no climbing animals, they cannot claw into fabric or something to hold on. So when people hold them vertically against their chest and only support their butt one handed, it's really difficult for piggies to keep their balance, cause when the piggie owner leans only slightly forward, they are gonna fall backwards. Many piggies are nervous when held like that.
Also I think it's important to support their cute bums cause it's uncomfortable and scary for them when they're only held around their belly and the whole - relatively heavy - rest of the piggie is dangling in the air. People who love their piggies hopefully realize how sensitive and rather fragile these lovely furry friends are. They need us to be gentle with them.
They are super cute! I'm looking after my daughter's two guinea pigs for 3 weeks so I'm just doing a crash course, lol!
I have a large box that I cut a door way in and stuffed with hay. I put it in the cage and wait for one (sometimes both) of the pigs to climb in, then close the doorway flap and carry them like that. They are perfectly fine with it. :)
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Thank you for posting this video. Guinea pigs need four paws on a surface. Holding them on their backs is an aggressive move. It is what predators do before they eat them. We lift our piggies in and out using a special cushion with a house over it. It provides a cue. They walk into the cushion and you lift them out of the cage. This prevents you from chasing them around. Do this every day and eventually they will look forward to it especially if they get treats. Warning though... it takes time. It look a long time for my piggies to trust the cushion; but now they love it.
I really enjoy your videos. They have really helped as a first time owner with my pet Ginny the Guinea pig.
Jason David Thank you! Best of luck with Ginny :)
You're videos have helped me tremendously! I adopted 2 piggies from someone and I was so nervous. I did as much research as I could before they arrived which is how I came across your videos. So thank you for all your help!!
Thank you! I’ve had my piggies for two weeks and I this helped me a lot!
Hello Squeaky, Just wanted to say thank you. I live in an apartment and I'm considering getting a gp for the first time, but I'm worried about how to give good care and how to create a happy relaxed gp! You have helped me a lot with your videos.
Squeaky
Lovely videos, I'm really enjoying them. I like to have my piggies facing me when I put them back home, that way they can't jump forwards into the cage and I can lower them in bottom first :) xx
Your Guinea pigs are so cute!
I just got 2 babies yesterday and they are so scared and tiny :{}
Maria Philler I’m getting some tomorrow!
well just got my Guinea Pigs last week :) does that counts
@@noodle- i got my piggy today! when did you start handling yours?
@@saraw7213 after a few weeks and after i could pet them. my piggies were a little bit stubborn!
@@noodle- my piggy already let’s me pet her however i brought her today (6 hours ago) and she’s still not eating or drinking... should i be worried?
that guinea pig is one of the coolest looking ones I have seen
I have a question. You said you should never lay a piggy on their back. If one was to turn itself over in its back while you were scratching (petting) it's back, is it ok to let them stay that way or will it interrupt it's breathing or digestion in anyway?
my guinea pigs always pee on me haha I think its mostly because they become so comfortable they don't even start squirming :P but it doesn't really bother me because i always use fleece and towels on my lap
Good to know I’m not the only one 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Annie is the most adorable Guinea Pig IN. THE. WORLD!!!!
This was very informational! Thank you! Im getting a guinea pig next week and this REALLY helped!
Thank you for sharing this. Just got a piggie couple days ago and had to do some research
+Squeak Dreams I just got two piggies Caly and Coal(both girls) and this entire video helped me I love all of your videos. You're a great insriration to me
inspiration sorry spelled that wrong
+Grace W Awh thank you so much Grace! Good luck with the new piggies!
+Squeak Dreams thank you!!!
I think some owners mistake their guinea pig's "shivering sound" for the "purring" of a satisfied cat. I agree with your interpretation of that sound. My pig has done it only once, and he was clearly agitated because I was rubbing his hair in the wrong direction.. As friendly and familiar as my pig has become, he never comes to my open hands asking to be picked up. I wonder if guinea pigs ever do come to an owner's open hands for that purpose.. The best I've seen is a pig who shows little objection, barely "pretending" to escape from my open hands.
It seems I'm fortunate with my Guinea Pigs. When I'm putting them back in their cage, none of them try to jump out of my hand. Each one waits until I put my hand on to of their houses, then he / she will then just step off my hand onto the fleece on top of the houses. The fleece is there because they like to relax there.
I have 2 Young ones at two months old. I hope you will show more videos on baby piggies
Your videos are quite entertaining. I'm so sorry about Sprite, R.I.P, sweet little piggy. i'm getting two male (or female, stilll thinking) Piggies of my own for Christmas, actually! And I swear I have been spamming your videos. just a question, me and my three year old baby cousin named June are very close. She loves animals and wants to pet my piggies, i'm ok with her petting, but her parents are suck ups to her because her baby sister gets alot of attention. so they got her a betta fish for her third birthday, and feed it like once a week! the poor thing is TORTURED! Not to mention the kids don't even care for it. So i'm afraid her parents will get her a piggy, then not know that they need an endless supply of hay and pellets, two servings of veggies a day, not knowing how big the cage needs to be, not knowing how delicate they are, not know the kids can't hold it, not knowing how they are often very skittish, not knowing the money it costs, not knowing the nail and teeth care and not know their cat will KILL it. I am so scared for any little Piggy that will live like that. if they cannot care for a SIMPLE betta fish, how are they gonna treat a piggy? not to mention how small their house is. Please answer, i really need your help. i'm ten, i think im responsible for a little piggy, i have also done a lot of research about piggys. i'm also at that stage where everyone would think i dont want June to copy me, so i dont want her parents to think that. I want to tell them, and i have snuck little hints like "y'know, guinea pigs cost like 500 bucks at the LEAST every year, not to mention the vet prices!", but they dont understand, 'nor listen! Please help, have a great day, tell your angels Mackenzie said "hi"
if they copy after you than you can maybe tell her that the Guinea Pig will be more happy and than give her some info
I am finding it odd to see a few piggie videos disliked so quickly. Is there a jealous guinea pig owner troll tip-toeing around? LoL. So ridiculous, because no one in their right mind would dislike this video or others. Thank you Sarah for making these! :) My Woodland Creature, Mochi, is beginning to show a little fatty layer on her bottom eyelid. Limiting their pellets now. She's a big piggie! :O
It's just trolls. I'm sure you know the type, empty lives (no friends, Thirty-somethings who still live with their parents, never had a job, still virgins, etc., ad nauseum). So, they troll You Tube, disliking small pet videos and making hateful comments because even the family dog can't stand to be around them. And you know how tolerant and forgiving dogs are.......
I seem to always get one dislike straightaway - so used to it now I wonder where it's gone if it is a few days late! :)
Squeak Dreams That's the spirit! Not letting them get to you. Keep up the positive attitude. I, for one, like your videos - I like small pets, as I currently have 4 Guinea Pigs.
I carried one of my piggies on my shoulder, she just climbed up and stayed there x) I never walked with her like that, too dangerous, but it was fun
please do a video on how to make toys for your guinea pigs
hi there... i have 2 female guinea pigs nd as soon as i try to hold them she use to run away or try to scratch me the most they can.. but they would not come in my hands.. what to do????
Your video's are very helpful. My daughter just received a one year old female pig and I saw on your video that it is good for them to have a companion for company, so I purchased a 3 month old (so cute) and I was wondering about introducing them together. How exactly should I do that? I just don't want the older one to hurt the younger one.
i just have one question the way i have been holding my guinea pigs has been up against my chest with there paws in my chest and i support there bum with one hand and i hold there back with my other hand i just wanted to know if that is a safe way to transport them to there cage
thanks that was great! what happens when your holding your guinea pig and they jump out of your arms?
Annie looked very similar to my late grandma's cat Annie (lol same name) Annie the cat was really fluffy.
Aw Annie and Sprite are quite cute. Great video :)
At 01:31 Annie pushed your hand away with her head. My guinea pigs do this alot. Is this normal?
+Lillie Downer They don't usually like to have their heads petted so they'll try to shove you off. It sounds like yours don't enjoy it. My guinea pig happens to enjoy it and she smushes down all cozy and happy when I rub her head--usually. Every not and then she decides she's not in the mood for a head rub so she'll do the head toss to let me know she's not happy. Maybe try rubbing their heads with one finger and see if they like that--mine is always up for that even if she's not in the mood for a head smush. Hope this helps :)
+OOM: OutofMania Thanks I'll try that ☺
i found using the blanket or bed very helpful do you have any advice on making bigger cages with more toys and things to play with and hang out in and a 2nd level for food?
So today I got two young female Guinea pigs. My cage I was supposed to get comes tomorrow. However, it was supposed to come today. Yet, with lack of communication my dad brought home the piggies. So we went back out and bought a guinea Pig playpen and that’s where they are now. They are scared and they will eat in front of me so far but once I move they will hid. Can I move them into their new cage tomorrow or not? Remember I got them today.
do your guinea pigs stink at all?
Hi! I have had my piggies for about 7 months but still they are very scared, I have 4 guinea pigs and have tried a lot of things to help them get tamer, I watched a lot of taming guinea pigs videos but still they are scared I was just wondering if you had any advice for me. Thanks!
Where did you get your guinea pig cosies beds from? Xx
Thanks for the video the blanket trick really worked on Sugar
Horse-Guinea pig lover Great thanks! :D
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Thanks for your videos! They are really helpful. I'm planning to buy a guinea pig or two once I finish collecting facts about them. I like watching your videos for facts and things like how to pick up your guinea pig. Your videos are very helpful! Does anyone have any name suggestions???
Hi! Your piggies are the sweetest! I need a tip.. I got my two, 9 month old female guinea pigs from a rescue about two weeks ago and they are becoming less skittish.. They come out of their pigloo when I come by. Lucy lets me stroke her a little bit from behind then she runs off. Then if I even try to touch Penelope, she freaks out and runs away. Also, Penelope has the tenancy to want to nibble on my fingers! When ever I stick my hand in the cage she runs up and starts nibbling? Is this normal? Also I have not yet picked them up... If they start squirming when they are on my lap, what do I do? Thanks and keep posting your great videos!
Try to wash your hands before you put them in the cage, maybe Penelope smells your fingers and thinks they are food! ;) And also just give them time. How would you feel if you were put in a new place all of a sudden with new smells and sounds? I know it took me 2 months to get Teddy like this and he is a rescue too!
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My guinea pig will sit still on my lap while I have food but the second they finish it they squirm and struggle
Can you plz do a video on how to travel with your guinea pig(s)/what to do before you leave! Thx! LOVE your piggies! Also where did you get your ramp?
Are you going to make more videos? I LOVE THEO SO MUCH!!!
Your nail cutting vid helped SOOO MUCH thank you!!!
I was told by the pet store that as soon as you pick them up you have to put it up to your chest so it feels floor and safe
Oh Annie I just want to bury my face in your fluff! Haha. Your girls are just so sweet I love seeing them! Great tips and things to consider! I hate seeing rabbits and guinea pigs on their backs. :/ Makes me sad!
I Have a 28 Inch Cage For A 3 month Old Guinea Pig is That Ok?
I'm getting piggies yay any good advice
How big of a cage should I get for one guinea pig?
Thanks for the tips I'm going to get Guinea pigs in September 21 2016
That must be your birthday
Annie is so cute!
I was scooping it up with my hands and it threw its arms all over the place,am. hurting it?
Omg!your guinea pigs are like so adorable!♥️I love them so much😊😍😘
i have 7 piggies but only one can be handled, still far more squeamish than what you have. i dont know what else to do
Could you make a how to potty train your guinea pigs video I just got 2 and they go all over, poop everywhere
do you have any baby guinea pigs?and whats his her name if u have baby one but if not the one in ur vid
im getting male and female do know how many babies they can have
Can you carry your cavies against your chest? Like put their tummies on your chest and your hands on their bin and their back
Their bum not bin lol
Hi squeak dreams I was wondering were I can find a c&c cage
Justine P You can buy them off some specialist websites, but usually people built their own - you just need grids and correx/coroplast 4mm thickness. Look on forums for where to find, ebay might be good for the grids, a local hardware or sign makers shop for the plastic.
+Squeak Dreams my guinea pig is sneezing. Is this normal. Does he have an allergy to the bedding I use. I use wood and aspen shavings.
+BuBbLeGuM LoVeR21 He might do.
Sneezing very rarely is normal they might just have something in their nose. If they are sneezing very often, you should take them to a vet.
Im getting two piggies for christmas i doubt i will be able to get a c&c cage can i just give them tons of floor time to make them happy?
Get as large a cage as you can and yes they will love floortime, everyday if possible! :)
For two guinea pigs this is especially important. Definitely don't get one of the store-bought cages that say they're for guinea pigs; they're too small for even one pig. I have one pig and she lives in a cage that's sized for a chinchilla, so I would think that you'd need to get at LEAST that size.
I bought a rabbit hutch for my guinea pigs :) it's pretty big and has an up store area ^_^
Thank you so much for your videos!!! They are so very helpful :)
Is it okay to just have one guinea pig? We're thinking about getting a guinea pig, but we don't have room for more than one.
no no no
If I get grids for a cage, do I need chloroplast? Can I use cardboard at the bottom?
+HammieGurl Pewds I recommend chloroplast because cardboard will become soggy so it may end up costing more to consistently replace it.
I'm extremely curious as to how you made your ramp to the upper level! I want to make a loft for my piggies, but I'm not sure how to do the ramp!
I will make a video on this soon :)
I try to hold her how u show me, but, for some reason my guinea pig bites my finger! And most times I wash my hand before I handle her, but, she still bites me, and it not just when I hold her, its also when she is simply sitting on my chest or lap. Are there any reason she might be doing this.
She is thirsty. Hope this helps. :)))
Is it ok if a 10 year old hold guinea pigs
I'm in the process of training to hold my 2-4 month two female guinea pig and when I try tame it, they wriggle like crazy, panicking and wanting to jump off my hand.
Maybe try just having them on your lap sat down in a blanket. No guinea pig likes being picked up really, so trying to keep them still whilst holding them up in the air isn't going to work - with a fleece or something to snuggle in and regular laptime they will start to get used to you, and eventually they'll be falling asleep on you :D
@@SqueakDreams thank you so much for your feedback mam!
my guinea pig trys move or jump out my hands how do i fix that
Miss, my guinea pig keeps making like a kissing sound. What does that mean?
Mod Licious Really not sure sorry! :S
how often can i feed my guinea pig lettuce?? 2 times a day or 1 time a day ???
When it comes to vegetables guinea pigs just stop eating when they are not hungry anymore so they won't eat more than they need. You can feed lettuce 2 times a day :) Just change up their vegetables so that they get as much vitamin as possible (mine love cucumber and fennel the most:)) hope you have a lot of fun with your piggie!
i've been sick for a few days and im scared to give my guinea pig his food since i dont want it to get sick... any advice please?..
Don't worry there is no illness you can give to your piggie but it might be better if say u have a cold wash your hands before handing food! Hope this helped!
I really am good at handling animals and I am 10 can I pick my guniea pig
I'm right handed but I use my left hand to hold,pick up and handle them
Can anyone give me some advice on Guinea pigs I'm going to get some on Friday
I'm getting my piggies tomorrow and I basically watched many of Squeak Dreams videos and other YT channels on food, taming, cleaning etc. How are your piggies? :)
if your guinea pig is running away in the cage does it mean it is scared
No just approach it slowly
Hi! I love your channel and your piggies and I'm sorry for your loss. It's very sad to lose a piggy:( but me myself have owned a pig named snicky for four years and that entire time he has lived in his cage that he got as a baby if I get him a much larger cage will he get I don't know "cage sick" and die? He is a loner and I really hope the answer to that question is no. I love my piggy and wouldn't want anything to harm him. You probably understand. I wish all the luck in the world for you and your adorable piggies:)
+LoomingWithHana Thank you for your kind words! No a larger cage will be better for him and get him moving more which is good for older pigs. I recommend to have the new cage in the same room and when you do the changeover put some old bedding and used toys/hidey huts in so his smell is in there :)
+Squeak Dreams Thanks! Love your channel and hope to see more. Love you lots 😘😘😘
My guinea pigs used to squirm like hell when I'd take them outside because they were so eager to eat fresh grass!
could you please do a video of types of grass guinea pigs can have and are you getting more guinea pigs ps I love your videos
just got my guinea pig yesterday
When I carry my guinea pig they bite me but when I'm sitting down there fine, dont know why
I love your videos!!
What cage is this? And where from
The type of cage she has is a C&C cage which stands for cage and chloroplast. This is a type of DIY cage that is quite easy and affordable to make. The cage also give piggies more space then a standard pet shop cage, which is like a 2 in 1 deal as you get a cheaper and bigger cage. .
Do they smell because you keep them inside
Nope :) Regular cleaning :)
Might be getting a Guinea pig 😋 . Any particular advice
When you get one, make sure you get two, and make sure they're the same sex or you'll end up with lots of little piggies! :)
I'm trying to get a guinea pig maybe 2 but my parents won't let me for no reason.
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This really helped, thanks.
Can someone answer? Do guinea pigs bite and do they hurt?
They are generally very placid and do not bite (unless they really do feel in danger!) but they may nibble affectionately :) This doesn't hurt but a proper bite would!
Squeak Dreams Thank you!:D I feel safe to hold my guinea pig now.
Guinea pigs are really stubborn!!! (Mine are) got them 3 months ago!!!!
Awww they're sooo cute 😍
Are they cuy or American please respond I really need help
How bad is the smell of the piggies cage? Would you say it was awful? I need the smell answer about 2 pigs not 3. Its because I am trying to get another pig for Teddy and don't know how bad the smell would be. Plz get back to me as quick as possible!
Anyone could answer!
I own two female guinea pigs and too be honest, their is a smell. I clean my piggies poop up about 2-3 times a day and that helps tremendously (since they are pooping machines). Now with the pee it can start smelling at about 3-4 days in to a clean cage. I use a fleece cage so the pee is particularly easy to find but you can definitely smell it. I change my piggies cage about every 3-4-5 days depending on the smell. The smell is not that bad as long as you spot clean everyday. Which I'm sure you do with Teddy! Go and get Teddy another friend! :) Good luck!
Maddie Paige Thanks SOOO much! What water-proof layer do you use under the fleece? Teddy will thank you for the advice! Maybe now I WILL get him a friend, fingers crossed!
StarCavy
I use puppy pads. They work SO well!
When I was putting my Guinea pig in the it kicked me now I have a cut on my finger
:( my guinea pig berry hate her patch today and they died i came to you to see what mite of happend
can guenie pigs have a bath??
Yes only as needed tho
Ok thank you
Wow he's big. Or mine is just small. Mine are 3 weeks