2007-09-16 14:16:48 · 7 answers · asked by Amber 1 in Pets ➔ Rodents
nibbly and nervous
2007-09-16 14:19:40 · answer #1 · answered by Tyrone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Guinea pigs are social animals in the wild, however; as pets they are usually confined to cages etc. Territory fights between males can and will happen. Each guinea pig has a personality of its own and particular individuals can be aggressive. Remember that guinea pigs are prey animals which means that they are timid around new situations.
When becoming aggressive, your cavy may stiffen its legs and raise up. When this happens, stay away!!
Guinea pigs are vocal animals and make various noises:
Both cats and dogs are predators and guinea pigs are prey. If you have cats and dogs and want a guinea pig, do yourself a favor separate them and keep it that way.
They are great animals that do not need a lot of care - but they do need care. They are social and since you probably do not own a herd you must be the substitute herd. Your guinea pig needs attention and care. I would rate guinea pigs as intermediate pets. More work than hermit crabs but not quite as much as a dog.
Holding your pet regularly and gently will result in a great, very social pet :)
2007-09-16 21:31:52 · answer #2 · answered by insanity 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've only had the opportunity of knowing 2 guinea pigs really well (both boys) & they were completely different personalities. The only things they had in common were they were both very nervous but would calm down quickly, both learned *very* quickly where we keep their favorite foods & both enjoyed being petted & brushed.
The boy we have now is much more playful, inquisitive & cuddly than the one I had years ago. He is from a rescue & I don't know anything about his background but he was very fearful for the first few days after we adopted him-- he didn't even squeak.
One of your answerers says guinea pigs are 'ratlike' but I must respectfully disagree-- we have rats, too & their personalities are *much* different than guinea pigs' although they're just as adept about begging for treats, only quieter!
2007-09-17 02:57:41 · answer #3 · answered by Catkin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no typical personality for a guinea pig. they are all different, just like people, I have 2. One is really outgoing and will come out to see anyone. The other is really shy, but will come out for food.
2007-09-16 21:31:13 · answer #4 · answered by Courtney[Catastrophe] 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ive had lots of cavys ( guinea pigs real name) and i found these cute little guys to be extremly friendly and very bright,they can beg for food and ive even heard that they can be litter box trained,but each one has a different personality.i do know that they make excellent pets.
2007-09-17 00:42:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
usually but not always they are sweet and friendly and they love people and attention and they like to be held and pet and they are just lots of fun...
2007-09-16 23:28:07 · answer #6 · answered by Mary 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Overbearing, pushy, manipulative, rat like, maniacal, sexy
2007-09-16 21:21:02 · answer #7 · answered by 1 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋