Guinea Pig — behavior & socialization (communication, body language, social needs)
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- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* If a guinea pig's behaviour becomes an ongoing problem, or it shows signs of stress or fear, ask a vet or clinical animal behaviourist for advice.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Keep a guinea pig happy and healthy by giving constant access to space, food, water, safe hiding places, companion guinea pig(s) and toys.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Guinea pigs are very social and need to interact with other friendly guinea pigs.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Keep a guinea pig with at least one other friendly guinea pig, unless a vet or behaviourist advises otherwise.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Guinea pigs like to tunnel, so provide materials that allow tunnelling such as pipes and deep areas of hay.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* A change in normal behaviour can be a sign the guinea pig is distressed, bored, ill or injured.
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- https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/rodents/guineapigs/behaviour