We bought her a run-about ball and she just sits there...not moving, not budging. The last guinea pig I had loved his ball and while they are all different and I understand that...I don't understand why I can't get this one to run. Any helpful advice would be appreciated! I hope I didn't waste $15.00. Thanks
2006-09-17 04:28:56 · 17 answers · asked by rainboweyed1 3 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
How do you get the guinea pig used to it?
2006-09-17 04:31:03 · update #1
Some pigs just don't like the ball, it makes them nervous. If you want to get them used to it just put him in it for 10 minutes twice a day...it could be he just doesn't know what to do.
2006-09-17 04:31:23 · answer #1 · answered by Moosha 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Guinea pigs should NOT have running balls! They do not have bendy backs like small rodents and putting your guinea pig in the ball can seriously hurt it's back. Guinea pigs are big enough to free run, balls are pointless!
2006-09-17 05:31:57 · answer #2 · answered by Laura T 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi, Michelle---
Just wanted to warn you that, while you can buy guinea pig balls for your pet, they are not good for guinea pigs. They can put a strain on their back. I would advise you not to use it, especially if your guinea pig is not using it. It may because he is uncomfortable and it hurts him. What I have done is bought a little small hexagon shaped pen, and let them run in that area, so they get exercise. Mine loved to run and eat in their little pen. That way they are contained and still get exercise.
2006-09-17 04:52:25 · answer #3 · answered by rach_cast 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Every pig has his or her own personality. Some enjoy toys like the ball, some don't. Get to know your pig, and don't worry if everything you buy them doesn't go over. Just like with a human child, a new toy isn't always going to be a hit (and the things you don't expect become favorites).
2006-09-17 04:40:25 · answer #4 · answered by JeffGilson 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have 2 little piggies and neither of them us the ball. I think it is all about your little piggie if she wants to use it or not. Don't worry she will do what she wants.
2006-09-17 04:33:44 · answer #5 · answered by hawkesnest 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Leave her alone! She might not be an athletic type. Would you like to run around in a ball against your will?
2006-09-17 05:02:57 · answer #6 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
well some quinea pigs dont like to run in them you cant really force her.
2006-09-17 04:32:06 · answer #7 · answered by cold, but i'm still here ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
she might not know what the hell that thing is
give her a little push & she'll figure it out soon
if not then it wasnt meant 2 b
2006-09-17 04:40:54 · answer #8 · answered by Lele07 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
put a treat in the ball.
2006-09-17 04:36:18 · answer #9 · answered by mastuh yoda 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
give the ball a little puch and if she run give her some her her favorite food.
2006-09-17 04:31:57 · answer #10 · answered by Answerfinder1360 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋